Back in September I posted a set of tips to increase fuel economy by checking the electronics and sensors. It was the beginning of a three-part series I wanted to write about how to get more miles per gallon fairly cheaply. Today I would like to discuss the mechanical aspects of the engine system that will help to increase fuel economy and decrease that carbon footprint. In this article I will be discussing how tires, air, and cooling systems function and how they relate to getting those extra mpg from your automobile.
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Modern cars are full of all kinds of chips, wires, and sensors. They all have their function and synchronize into an orchestra of signals to give the car’s onboard computer a realtime evaluation of your automobile’s health and performance. Like all electronics, however, they can degrade over time.
