Tips for saving fuel: Changing the way you drive can help make fuel last longer.

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With rising prices... 6 tips to make fuel last longer in your car

With fuel prices rising around the world, as a result of the ongoing war between Iran on the one hand and Israel and America on the other, and amid international warnings about its economic, security and social repercussions as well, some specialists have begun to give advice on saving fuel. Changing the way you drive and other means can help make fuel last a little longer, according to specialists.

Reduce speed

In this context, Sean Tucker, managing director of compact and large cars at Kelley Blue Book, advised driving at a lower speed or using cruise control, according to what was reported by the Associated Press. He also added: “Stay at a speed of 65 miles (105 km) per hour on the highway.

“Today’s cars are set up to be more efficient at that speed, and the faster you drive you lose a lot of fuel efficiency.” Especially since some estimates indicate that reducing speed can increase fuel efficiency by up to 14%. Experts also advise walking slowly towards traffic lights, whether red or green, when they appear to be about to change.

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Reduce engine operation while stationary

In addition, specialists recommend using the car's automatic start and stop feature, which turns off the engine when standing or waiting, and restarts it when the accelerator pedal is pressed. “If you're stuck in traffic and you see traffic slowing down, and you have this feature, don't turn it off,” said David Bennett, AAA's director of automotive. "Let the engine run and stop when needed."

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Getting rid of excess weight

Specialists also prefer to get rid of excess weight in the car, especially since many drivers use roof racks or bicycle racks, but pushing these pieces through the air consumes additional fuel.

Check tire pressure

Experts also stress the importance of having the tire pressure adjusted according to what the car manual recommends, and they suggest checking the tire pressure every time you fill the tank with fuel. In this context, David Bennett explained that low-pressure tires increase road resistance, so when the pressure is correct, the car will run more smoothly and be able to accelerate appropriately.”

It is estimated that this may affect fuel consumption by up to 10%. In addition, maintenance shops can make some simple modifications to improve the car’s fuel economy, as they may replace the air filter or oxygen sensors that tell the engine the appropriate amount of fuel needed for combustion.

Share the car with others

It is also recommended, for example, to share trips with others, and to think better when planning and organizing transportation to reduce the number of trips you take.

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Fuel type

Experts pointed out that some cars need premium fuel, and in this case it must be adhered to. But sometimes drivers fill up with premium fuel even though their cars don't need it and can run efficiently on cheaper regular gasoline.

Oil prices rose globally with the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, through which a fifth of the world’s shipments of oil and gas pass, due to Iranian threats to shipping ships, in the wake of the continuation of the war that erupted last February 28 between Iran on the one hand and Israel and America on the other hand.