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• Part 1 of 3: Adjusting your driving behavior
• Tips
• Warnings

There are many ways to save money on fuel, but the most effective way is to reduce the amount of fuel you use. If you've decided you need the car to get to your destination, here are tricks that can help you reduce your fuel consumption.

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Part 1 of 3: Adjusting your driving behavior

1. Use synthetic oil in your car to save up to 5% fuel. You also have to change the oil less often, saving you time and a trip to the garage, and it's better for the environment.
   • When you service your car, ask the garage owner which oil is best for your car if you want to save fuel.

Tips

• Keep track of how far you can drive with a full tank. If you notice two or three tanks in a row that your car is driving less efficiently, it may be time to give your car a service.
• Walk or cycle to your destination as much as possible.
• On the internet you can find all kinds of tips on how to drive as economically as possible.
• Dress for the weather; then you do not have to turn on the air conditioning or heating, or drive with the window open, which means that you use more fuel.

Warnings

• Go never tailgating to save fuel. While staying in the slipstream of the predecessor may save you fuel, it is illegal and very dangerous.
• People often put on the brakes unnecessarily because they are too close to others.
• Read the manual that comes with your car and have it serviced regularly. It may seem expensive, but in the end you save fuel and your engine lasts longer.