Tips to Reduce Fuel Consumption

With the cost of petrol continuing to rise, and with more social awareness of the effects of high-carbon fuels on our environment, more and more people are looking for ways to reduce their fuel consumption. Whether you own a new or used car, a luxury sports vehicle, an SUV or a sedan, here are six ways to protect the planet and your wallet.

Invest in a Hybrid

The first thing you can do (particularly if you are already looking at purchasing a new vehicle) is to invest in a hybrid car. As hybrids are powered by both electricity and petrol or diesel, they can instantly reduce your fuel consumption. Lexus has a range of new and used hybrid cars in the UAE, including the ES Hybrid and the NX Hybrid.

Make sure your tyres are pumped up

The tyres on your Lexus car are specifically designed to improve maneuverability and grip while you are cruising around the streets of Dubai or on the scenic UAE highways. Underinflated tyres create a higher rolling resistance on the road, increasing your fuel consumption. Whether you have a brand new or a used car, pumping up your tyres to their required psi before each journey can ensure that your vehicle is safe to drive and fuel efficient.

Use your AC

It may be tempting to drive around with the windows rolled down, letting the fresh air in to help keep your car cool. However, having your windows down also dramatically increases the drag on your Lexus, particularly when driving at more than 80km/h. It may seem counterintuitive, but using your car's AC can help you to reduce your fuel consumption when driving at higher speeds.

Keep it smooth and steady

One of the biggest fuel burners by UAE car drivers is aggressively accelerating and braking. A good fuel consumption practice is to keep your revs as low as possible. Trying to accelerate quickly increases your engine's revolutions per minute (RPM), which in turn increases the amount of fuel that your car is using.

Similarly, if you constantly brake as you catch up to the vehicles in front of you, you will also regularly have to accelerate again. You can improve your fuel efficiency by simply being more gradual when accelerating and braking and maintaining a steady speed matching the traffic around you.

Stay in top gear

It may seem obvious, but driving in the highest gear your Lexus car can go to will significantly decrease your fuel consumption. You can lower your car's RPM by making sure you are driving in a higher gear (when appropriate).

Purchase a new car

Older cars tend to be less fuel efficient than new cars. This can be down to the wearing down of parts within the vehicle or because new cars have improved technology compared to their predecessors. By purchasing a new car or a newer used car in the UAE, you can also reduce your fuel consumption.

If you want to purchase a new or used car and save money on fuel, visit your nearest Al-Futtaim Lexus showroom today.