Here at Flemington BMW, we are here to help all of our customers get the most out of their vehicles. One of those things meaning boosting your fuel efficiency! And this week, that’s our main focus. We’re bringing you a variety of fuel economy tips that we hope will help you steer clear of the pump and keep you on the road to wherever your summer adventures take you! Take a look at those tips below and stop in to see our team if we can help you service your BMW or help you slip behind the wheel of something a little more efficient and more dreamy! Come see us today! 

Regular Oil Changes Are Important 

• A quick oil change can really help boost your fuel efficiency. Dirty, old engine oil can decrease your fuel efficiency greatly. Thick, sludgy oil makes your engine burn more energy which makes your fuel economy go down. 

Proper Tire Pressure Levels Are Key

• Keeping your tires at the proper inflation levels is a simple way to improve your gas mileage in the summer months. In fact, you can improve your gas mileage by up to 3% by keeping your tires at the proper PSI levels. 

Slow Down On The Road 

• We’re all guilty of having a heavy foot when we’re out and about on the road. But we want you to slow down because every 5 MPH over 50 is like paying $0.20 per gallon. So slow down and travel the speed limit. Plus, slower speeds are safer! 

Don’t Keep Your Engine Idling 

• We understand that in sweltering summer temperatures you’ll want to turn your vehicle on to get the A/C pumping before hitting the road. But this is making your gas gage drop by keeping your engine idling, meaning that you’re wasting your own dollars and you’re not even going anywhere! So start up the car and hit the road without letting your vehicle idle! 

Don’t Be An Aggressive Driver 

• If you’re the type of driver that weaves in and out of traffic, speeds up and slows down erratically, we’re here to tell you to knock that off. In fact, rapid acceleration can negatively affect your highway fuel economy by up to 33%. And even your city economy by 5%. So slow down and take your time!