When it comes to save money on fuel and conserve resources, people often suggest to buy hybrid cars. Even auto manufacturers are constantly spending a lot of money on promoting hybrid cars. But, in toady’s economy is it possible for everyone to afford new vehicles, that too hybrids? Of course, not! However, there are solutions, that can help you get hybrid-like fuel economy in your non-hybrid old car. The key lies in maximizing the performance of your car or truck. Here is how you can get hybrid-like fuel economy in your vehicle:

• Proper Maintenance of Vehicles: For better performance of vehicles, proper care or maintenance is must. Remember, an out-of-tune engine of a vehicle can increase fuel consumption by 15 percent. It is very important for car owners to follow their car manufacturer’s suggested tune-up schedule.
• Upgrade to a Better Motor Oil: By replacing your vehicle’s motor oil with a high-performance, synthetic motor oil you can save a lot on fuel. Various tests say that upgrading motor oil can improve a vehicle’s fuel economy by 5 percent.
• Replace Air Filters: Air filters are often clogged by the impurities from damaging engine’s interiors. Thus, if you replace the old dirty filters, it will definitely protect the vehicle’s engine and significantly save you fuel.
• Keep Tires Properly Inflated: According to the U.S. Energy Department, under-inflated tires can increase fuel consumption by 6 percent. Properly inflated tires have significant effect on fuel saving attempt.
• Drive the Speed Limit: No matter, whether you do city driving or highway driving, optimum speed should be maintained. According to www.fueleconomy.gov, you are paying an extra 20 cents per gallon for every five miles, if you are driving at speed above 60 mph.

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