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- Don’t drive – Walk, ride a bike, ride share, carpool.
- Maintain proper tire pressure – Use highest range shown on tire/owners manual
- Maintain your vehicle – Keep filters clean, fluids clean, belts tight, repair leaks and no check engine lights.
- Use good quality/correct grade of fuel – Don’t skimp by buying lower grade or off-brand fuel.
- Use synthetic lubricants – Engine, transmission, differential.
- Minimize stop-and-go driving – Smooth out the flow of traffic
- Avoid unnecessary idling – More than one minute, shut it off
- Minimize cold starts – Plan your driving, combine trips.
- Remove excess weight – Keep stuff in storage, not trunk
- Reduce aerodynamic drag – No roof racks unless needed, spoilers in place.
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