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Cars and their Efficiency – Is Your Car Really Efficient?

No, probably your car is not efficient. This is not surprising because typical cars are usually very inefficient unless you have a hybrid, an electric car or some other type of car that uses alternative source of energy.But what exactly is...
Napoleon MilesNovember 05, 2008

Cars and Efficiency - Stay off the Road in Rush Hours and Save on Fuel

While you are driving forget about distance. Yes about distance! Think in terms of time and fuel instead. This has nothing to do with Einstein’s theory of relativity but can save you hundreds of dollars in fuel consumption.The same distances...
Napoleon MilesNovember 05, 2008

Cars and Efficiency – Plan Your Outings and Save on Fuel

Using your car excessively will only make you burn fuel unnecessary and diminish the lifetime of your car. It is surprising how much you can save on your car’s fuel with some planning.It is easy to get into the mode where a whim will make you...
Napoleon MilesNovember 05, 2008

Cars and Air Conditioners – Does Using an Air Conditioner in Town makes You Pay Extra Money on Gas?

Your car’s air conditioner may increase the load on your engine. Hence you car will burn more fuel if your air conditioner is kept on. However this may not apply to long term journeys.
Napoleon MilesNovember 05, 2008

Your Car and Your Fuel Consumption – Mind that Accelerator!

It is the steering wheel that attracts children in driving a car. However you know from experience that you need control over the speed of the car just as much.
Napoleon MilesNovember 05, 2008

Cars and Efficiency – How to increase the efficiency of your car by taking appropriate car of Your Car's Tires

You can increase the efficiency of your car by taking appropriate care of your tires. Unfortunately we usually ignore certain aspects of our cars that can make them much more efficient.
Napoleon MilesNovember 05, 2008

Cars and Efficiency – How Convertibles Make You Pay extra Money for Your Car’s Fuel

Many of us are enchanted by the prospect of driving a convertible. It is fascinating to speed along the highway with an open top, especially if it is a nice day. Convertibles look cool and you look cool in them.
Napoleon MilesNovember 05, 2008

Car Efficiency and Jackrabbit Starters – What Will You Lose?

You can use your car in an appropriate way and save thousands of dollars annually. With this money you can easily go for a cruise with your family or do whatever you like with it. You can use your car in a careless way.
Napoleon MilesNovember 05, 2008

Cars and Fuel Consumption – Does Speed Always makes You Burn more Fuel?

No. Using your discretion is the key to driving. Sometimes going slow is a good speed for your wallet and at other times it will cost you the extra buck. This depends on the circumstances.
Napoleon MilesNovember 05, 2008

Cars and Safety- Use the Horn of Your Car in a Responsible Way

You may have the habit to use the horn of your car frequently. However it is better to honk when there is the need only. You do not have to honk too often but when the purpose is to warn someone of your approach, it is best to do it as soon as...
Napoleon MilesNovember 05, 2008