Thursday, March 26, 2009

Boost / Vacuum gauge from www.advanced-fuelcontrol.com

The most effective way to save fuel is to drive carefully - I like the phrase "Don't drive it like you stole it".

The Cold Hard Facts:
[You can get] Up to 37 percent savings, average savings of 31 percent
Recommendation: Stop driving like a maniac - Edmunds.com

Here's a tip from www.fueleconomy.gov:
Observe the Speed LimitGraph showing MPG VS speed MPG decreases rapidly at speeds above 60 mph

While each vehicle reaches its optimal fuel economy at a different speed (or range of speeds), gas mileage usually decreases rapidly at speeds above 60 mph.
Fuel Economy Benefit: 7-23%
Equivalent Gasoline Savings: $0.14-$0.44/gallon

So these are all well and good - But how do you break your old habits of flooring the gas peddle from the light and get to the next light? Obviously you have to want to save fuel.

But actually in order to maintain consistancy over the long haul, you need an indication as to what is "good" acceleration and what is "bad" acceleration. An easy way to get feedback from your engine is to monitor the vacuum. The great little device shown above is an electronic device that shows your engine's vacuum and allows you to set an alert at the vacuum level you want.

So what does that mean? That means that as you accelerate, you can train yourself to save fuel - The most effective way to save fuel is to LEARN how to drive economically. The human ability is the most important factor in saving fuel. Your car can't do it alone, fuel additives will help, HHO or browns gas generators are cool, but require constant maintenance and what about freezing in the winter? The MileageMinder sits on the dash, no maintenance, no chemicals, no goofy games, just a dedicated no-nonsense device that will save you money day after day. It comes with a money-back guarantee. If you don't like it send it back. I guarantee that you will find it useful and won't want to drive without it.

Have a turbo charged car? The MileageMinder also will display boost.

MileageMinder from Advanced Fuel Control: www.advanced-fuelcontrol.com


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