Increased demand and reduced supply are quickly driving gas prices higher. As fuel prices continue to skyrocket, below are a few tips from team members Travis and Greg S. on how you can improve your fuel performance!
- LOVES is MK’s preferred fuel station: We recieve the best discounts!
- Drive at or under the posted speed limit: faster speeds encounter more air resistance, requiring the engine to work harder and compensate with more fuel.
- Each MPH over 60 mph equals a 1/10 decrease in MPG
- Set a speed that is responsible.
- Aviod hard braking and sudden stops by maintaining a proper following distance of 6-7 seconds.
- Coast as often as practical: Loaded trucks can coast long distances. For example, when approaching a stop sign, ramps, speed zone, or construction zones, use momentum of truck instead od the accelerator.
- Accelerate in a relaxed, measured, and deliberate manner.
- Shift smoothly and at lower rpms.
- Check tire pressure daily using a calibrated tire gauge on both trucks and trailers.
- Shut the truck off: turning the truck off even if its for a few minutres or short period of time helps with fuel performance.
- Tractors burn up to one gallon of fuel per hour while idling.
- Track your weekly fuel economy.
Spread your knowledge and practice these habits every day to see improvements!