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Foreign Affairs › Re: Madagascar Passes Bill To Castrate Child Rapists by cardoctor(m): 8:37am On Feb 10, 2024
Absolutely well deserved for any offender.
Politics › Re: Tinubu Signs Electricity Amendment Bill Into Law by cardoctor(m): 8:36am On Feb 10, 2024
After over 60 years of "independence" and regular blackouts. Great move.
Politics › Re: CBN Will No Longer Give Ways And Means To FG Until Payment Of Outstanding Debt by cardoctor(m): 8:34am On Feb 10, 2024
Till 2032 this argument will still be going on. Next story okease.
Travel › Re: Air Peace Promotes Saheed Amodu As Boeing 737 Captain by cardoctor(m): 8:32am On Feb 10, 2024
More feathers to your wings bro. Congratulations.
Politics › Re: Economic Hardship: Nigerians Tired Of Govt’s Rhetorics, Want Action – TUC by cardoctor(m): 8:31am On Feb 10, 2024
We knew very well we will get to this.
Politics › Re: Supply Shocks, Hyper-Inflation Cause Of Hunger, Hardship – CBN Governor, Cardoso by cardoctor(m): 8:30am On Feb 10, 2024
Hyper abi Super Duper Hyper Inflation?
May God help us.
Politics › Re: Niger Bans Bulk Sale Of Food Items, Orders Confiscation Of Trucks Carrying Food by cardoctor(m): 8:29am On Feb 10, 2024
U dey sleep before abi? Just waking up.
Politics › Re: LASG Commences Maintenance Work On Bridges by cardoctor(m): 8:26am On Feb 10, 2024
So many people are going to be rendered homeless as a result of this.
Politics › Re: Emefiele's Wife, 3 Others Declared Wanted By EFCC by cardoctor(m): 8:25am On Feb 10, 2024
The party is over.
Politics › Re: Tinubu’s Abrupt Subsidy Removal Caused Hardship – Sagay by cardoctor(m): 8:24am On Feb 10, 2024
Even the ants in my kitchen know this.
Politics › Re: Bandits Threatening To Attack Me – Gov Radda Cries Out by cardoctor(m): 8:23am On Feb 10, 2024
Looks like you've been sleeping with the lights on bro
Politics › Re: Bandits Threatening To Attack Me – Gov Radda Cries Out by cardoctor(m): 8:21am On Feb 10, 2024
Governor Radda-radda.
Car Talk › Re: Good Toyota Workshop In Abuja by cardoctor(m): 8:13am On Feb 10, 2024
We are in Lokogoma, Abuja near to Gudu and we guarantee excellent repairs results on all Toyota vehicles. Try us today and we will fix all your Toyota issues.

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Autos › 7 Driving Habits That Causes High Fuel Consumption In Cars. by cardoctor(op): 1:45pm On Jan 23, 2024
7 Driving Habits That Causes High Fuel Consumption In cars.

Filling up your tank is such a routine task that it can seem pointless to keep track of how often you need to stop by the pump and how much fuel you use. You have to get the gas to get where you’re going anyway, so why keep a record?
Gas consumption will inevitably vary within the same car depending on many outside factors. Temperature, traveling environment, and long trips will all play a part in your fuel efficiency. But the internal workings of your vehicle can affect your fuel efficiency, too, as can your personal habits.
When you keep track of your mileage and how often you have to fill up, you can gain some valuable insights into your car’s health that can help you save money on repairs down the line. You can also get an idea of some driving habits that you might want to change in order to save your car and your pocketbook.
Parts of Your Car that Affect Fuel Consumption

1.Engine Oil

Changing your engine oil at regular, manufacturer-recommended intervals can help you lower your fuel consumption. If you’ve noticed that your fuel efficiency is declining, and you also haven’t changed your oil in the recent past, old engine oil may be a culprit.
For newer vehicles (2013 or later), car manufacturers have improved their fuel and oil technologies so that you should only have to change your oil every 7,000-10,000 miles. Compared to older cars that required oil changes every 3,000 miles, this not only improves your fuel economy, but it also saves you time and money.

2. Oxygen sensors, Air filters, Spark plugs, and fuel injector nozzles.

These four parts of your vehicle seem to be unrelated to your fuel mileage, but they can seriously impact your fuel consumption. If you notice that your fuel usage has gone up in recent months, make sure that these parts are clean and working correctly.

3. Tires

Even if your tire pressure indicator isn’t brightly On, your tires may be under-inflated, and that could cause a decrease in fuel efficiency. Use a simple tire pressure gauge (available at many auto parts shop and follow vehicle manufacturer's guidelines) to check each tire’s pressure. Make sure to do so before you turn on your car for the day because cool tires will give you the most accurate pressure reading.If you notice that your tires look visibly under-inflated, you are already well past the time when you should have filled up your tires.

4. Air Conditioning

On really hot days, using the air conditioning can put a lot of load on your engine and affect your fuel efficiency. To alleviate this problem, crack a window until your car’s internal temperature is at or lower than the exterior temp. Keep in mind, however, that it’s better to keep the windows closed when you’re driving at highway speeds because it reduces the amount of drag on your vehicle.

5. Idling

This habit seems like a no-brainer, but it is a gas-waster that is often overlooked, forgotten, or ignored. If you are in a location where you can completely turn off your engine, you should do it. Shutting off your car is not only better for your fuel usage, but it also prevents unnecessary wear and tear on your vehicle's engine. If you’re in a situation where you can’t turn your engine off entirely, put your gear in Park or Neutral while you wait.

6. Using the Wrong Gear

If your car has manual transmission (stick shift), make sure to use the appropriate gear. If you’re pulling heavy loads or climbing, you should use a lower gear, so your engine doesn’t have to work harder than it needs to. Similarly, make sure to use a higher gear when traveling at faster speeds. The long and short is this: listen to your engine. If it sounds like it is overworking or underworking, you are probably wasting fuel.

7. Aggressive Driving

This bad habit is threefold – driving too fast, accelerating too quickly, and stopping too suddenly. All three of these actions lead to high fuel consumption. Where possible, you should accelerate slowly and drive with the speed of traffic. Give yourself enough space between you and the person ahead of you so that you can stop gradually without aggressively slamming on the brakes. A natural, brakeless deceleration, where possible, can help you increase your fuel efficiency.

Autodoctor ABUJA
Car Talk › 7 Driving Habits That Causes High Fuel Consumption In Cars by cardoctor(op): 1:39pm On Jan 23, 2024
7 Driving Habits That Causes High Fuel Consumption In cars.

Filling up your tank is such a routine task that it can seem pointless to keep track of how often you need to stop by the pump and how much fuel you use. You have to get the gas to get where you’re going anyway, so why keep a record?
Gas consumption will inevitably vary within the same car depending on many outside factors. Temperature, traveling environment, and long trips will all play a part in your fuel efficiency. But the internal workings of your vehicle can affect your fuel efficiency, too, as can your personal habits.
When you keep track of your mileage and how often you have to fill up, you can gain some valuable insights into your car’s health that can help you save money on repairs down the line. You can also get an idea of some driving habits that you might want to change in order to save your car and your pocketbook.
Parts of Your Car that Affect Fuel Consumption.

1.Engine Oil

Changing your engine oil at regular, manufacturer-recommended intervals can help you lower your fuel consumption. If you’ve noticed that your fuel efficiency is declining, and you also haven’t changed your oil in the recent past, old engine oil may be a culprit.
For newer vehicles (2013 or later), car manufacturers have improved their fuel and oil technologies so that you should only have to change your oil every 7,000-10,000 miles. Compared to older cars that required oil changes every 3,000 miles, this not only improves your fuel economy, but it also saves you time and money.

2. Oxygen sensors, Air filters, Spark plugs, and fuel injector nozzles

These four parts of your vehicle seem to be unrelated to your fuel mileage, but they can seriously impact your fuel consumption. If you notice that your fuel usage has gone up in recent months, make sure that these parts are clean and working correctly.

3. Tires

Even if your tire pressure indicator isn’t brightly On, your tires may be under-inflated, and that could cause a decrease in fuel efficiency. Use a simple tire pressure gauge (available at many auto parts shop and follow vehicle manufacturer's guidelines) to check each tire’s pressure. Make sure to do so before you turn on your car for the day because cool tires will give you the most accurate pressure reading.If you notice that your tires look visibly under-inflated, you are already well past the time when you should have filled up your tires.

4. Air Conditioning

On really hot days, using the air conditioning can put a lot of load on your engine and affect your fuel efficiency. To alleviate this problem, crack a window until your car’s internal temperature is at or lower than the exterior temp. Keep in mind, however, that it’s better to keep the windows closed when you’re driving at highway speeds because it reduces the amount of drag on your vehicle.

5. Idling

This habit seems like a no-brainer, but it is a gas-waster that is often overlooked, forgotten, or ignored. If you are in a location where you can completely turn off your engine, you should do it. Shutting off your car is not only better for your fuel usage, but it also prevents unnecessary wear and tear on your vehicle's engine. If you’re in a situation where you can’t turn your engine off entirely, put your gear in Park or Neutral while you wait.

6. Using the Wrong Gear

If your car has manual transmission (stick shift), make sure to use the appropriate gear. If you’re pulling heavy loads or climbing, you should use a lower gear, so your engine doesn’t have to work harder than it needs to. Similarly, make sure to use a higher gear when traveling at faster speeds. The long and short is this: listen to your engine. If it sounds like it is overworking or underworking, you are probably wasting fuel.

7. Aggressive Driving

This bad habit is threefold – driving too fast, accelerating too quickly, and stopping too suddenly. All three of these actions lead to high fuel consumption. Where possible, you should accelerate slowly and drive with the speed of traffic. Give yourself enough space between you and the person ahead of you so that you can stop gradually without aggressively slamming on the brakes. A natural, brakeless deceleration, where possible, can help you increase your fuel efficiency.
Crime › Re: Spiritualist 'Dr Walock' Who Defrauds Women With Nude Videos Arrested In Benin by cardoctor(m): 9:17am On Jan 22, 2024
Unbelievable
Crime › Re: Fake Naval Officer Arrested By Real Navy by cardoctor(m): 9:11am On Jan 22, 2024
Gone too soon. Obviously
Travel › Re: Agip Oil Pipeline Explodes In Obagi, Rivers State by cardoctor(m): 9:10am On Jan 22, 2024
Agip still dey exist for Nigeria?
Politics › Re: Stop Targeting Our Politicians In Corruption Probe, Northern Groups Warn EFCC by cardoctor(m): 9:10am On Jan 22, 2024
The spirit of one Nigeria.
Crime › Re: Bandits Shoot Two Soldiers, NSCDC Officer Dead In Benue by cardoctor(m): 8:04pm On Jan 21, 2024
God help us if the security services that we have are now under threat of extinction.
Sports › Re: Zambia Vs Tanzania: AFCON 2023 (1 - 1) On 21st January 2024 by cardoctor(m): 8:01pm On Jan 21, 2024
Wow. Looking up for us be dat.
Crime › Re: Travellers Kidnapped Between Ekiti And Ondo Community by cardoctor(m): 1:27pm On Jan 20, 2024
G
Foreign Affairs › Re: Vladimir Putin Dives Into Ice Frozen Lake To Celebrate Epiphany (Photos, Vids) by cardoctor(m): 7:06pm On Jan 19, 2024
The Russian strong man
Christianity Etc › Re: God Fearing Pastor Needed (see Photo) by cardoctor(m): 10:21am On Jan 19, 2024
: undecided undecided lipsrsealed undecided
Politics › Re: Gombe, Yola & Bauchi States To Experience Two-Day Blackout - TCN by cardoctor(m): 10:20am On Jan 19, 2024
How funny this post is.
Travel › Re: Ibadan: Completed 7.3 Km Agodi Gate-old Ife Road-adegbayi Junction(pics) by cardoctor(m): 10:20pm On Jan 17, 2024
The rest of the town nko?
Food › Re: Can You Fry These Two Without Tasting Them? by cardoctor(m): 10:19pm On Jan 17, 2024
Lead us not into temptation should be the prayer before you start frying.
Health › Re: "How Soldier Boyi ThankGod Killed Himself In Ogun" – Nigeria Army by cardoctor(m): 10:17pm On Jan 17, 2024
Nigeria army just full news these days.
Crime › Re: Talatu Salihu Killed By Kidnappers In Abuja (Photo) by cardoctor(m): 10:16pm On Jan 17, 2024
What has this country turned into?
Travel › Re: Ariel View Of Ibadan Explosion before and after(picture) by cardoctor(m): 10:12pm On Jan 17, 2024
Looks like a missile from the middle east forgot its direction
Politics › Re: Kano Gov’ship: ‘you Lost But Made Moves To Hijack Power,’ Sanusi Mocks Ganduje by cardoctor(m): 10:11pm On Jan 17, 2024
True
Politics › Re: LP: Police Recommend Julius Abure's Arraignment, Over Alleged Forgery Scandals by cardoctor(m): 10:10pm On Jan 17, 2024
Dem don start again

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