Posted on 8/23/2021
Every person has their methods and beliefs on how to get the best gas mileage. It's pretty tricky to know what holds true and what doesn't. STR Automotive is here to set the record straight -- we're going to be debunking some common myths about gas mileage that may shock you! Myth #1: You have to drive a small car to get good fuel economy. Advancements in the automotive industry such as hybrids, diesel engines, direct fuel injection, turbocharging, advanced transmissions, and low rolling resistance tires enable mid-sized vehicles to be very fuel economical. In 2014, about half of the top 10 most efficient vehicles were midsize or large cars. Myth #2: It takes more gas to start a car than it does to let it idle. Modernized engines start more efficiently. Idling can use a quarter to a half-gallon of gasoline per hour, which comes out to be around 1 to 2 cents a minute. Instead, turn off your engine when your vehicle is sitting still to save you those coins ... read more