SAVE FUEL! SAVE EARTH!

With the fuel prices sky rocketing, it literally burns a hole in every motorist's pocket. In order to lessen the impact of the high fuel prices, you gotta drive economically. to know how, just read on

• Accelerating slowly is not the best option to save fuel. Instead rev up normally through the gears to your desired speed and then change to the highest gear possible.
• When cruising, try to use top gear from 60 kph up and aim to keep the rpm between 2000 and 3000.
• Switch off engine in places when idling for more than 1 minute.
• Take less congested routes. Don't worry if they add miles to your journey but if they cut out stop-start motoring, you could save fuel.
• Windows and sunroofs must be shut and tyres must be inflated to the right pressure. Wind resistance and drag from under-inflated tyres will increase fuel consumption.
• Always remove roof racks and bike racks when not needed and no unnecessary luggage in your boot.
• Use of stereo, rear demisters, lights and air-conditioning adds to fuel bill.
• A dirty engine with lots of sooty deposits worsen fuel economy.changing oil improves conditions.

TRY following these simple steps and u will be able to eke out the maximum kilometres from every litre of fuel.