Reduce Fuel Consumption

Much can be done to reduce fuel consumption by driving differently. Some call it green driving or eco-driving or even eco friendly driving, but the idea is the same: to save gas, costs and climate change impacts.

If you can stand the corporate introduction, this free online e-course from Ford Motor Company on eco-driving has its merits, once you dig into it. You might improve fuel economy with an average of 24%, they say. But you might be better off just reading the ten key tips on the opening page. Here is the summary:

1. Slow down and watch speed
2. Accelerate and brake smoothly
3. No idling
4. Check your tires
5. Be kind to your vehicle
6. Travel light
7. Minimize use of heater and air conditioning
8. Close windows at high speed
9. Choose the right oil
10. Plan the trip ahead

At the end of the e-course there is also a look at alternative ways of transport, like walking and biking and public transport, which is good. What struck me, however, is the considerable size of the cars that were presented ´waxed and shined´ in an online course for eco-driving. This signals ´green wash´to me.

Although much can be done by eco-driving, the size of the motor often makes a bigger impact. So does choosing a car transport in the first place. How about untravel your next trip by using other means of communication, like a webinar?

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