Focus on habits you can repeat.
The biggest opportunity is often not a single “hack.” It is a collection of small habits that reduce unnecessary fuel use over hundreds of trips.
Practical fuel-saving habits
Combine short trips
Grouping errands can reduce repeated cold starts and unnecessary miles.
Drive smoothly
Hard acceleration followed by hard braking wastes energy. Leave space, anticipate traffic and accelerate progressively when conditions allow.
Keep tires properly inflated
Use the pressure listed by the vehicle manufacturer, typically found on the driver's door-jamb label, rather than the maximum printed on the tire sidewall.
Remove unnecessary weight and drag
Heavy cargo and exterior accessories can increase the energy required to move the vehicle. Remove items you do not need for day-to-day driving.
Compare total trip cost
Driving several extra miles to save a few cents per gallon can wipe out the savings. Consider distance, time and fuel together.
Track cost per mile
Fuel economy is useful, but cost per mile can be even more practical for budgeting. Divide what you spent on fuel or charging by the miles driven during the same period and watch the trend over time.