You’re cruising down the highway with the wind blowing through your hair, and you’re filled with exhilaration as you control the raw power of a sleek Genesis. But suddenly, a dreaded flashing light appears out of nowhere — you need to stop for gas. Frequent stops at the gas station are never enjoyable and can also add up to be quite costly. That’s why the team at Gettel Genesis of Sarasota is here to help you make the most of every gallon. While you can always switch to an electrified vehicle if you want to skip the pump altogether, there are still ways to improve your gas mileage if you’re not ready to make the switch.

1. Avoid Rush Hour: It may be challenging, but avoiding rush hour is beneficial if you want to save money on gas. Researching the best time to travel, running errands while heading home from work or combining your errands during weekends can significantly decrease your fuel consumption.
2. Remove Excess Weight: Carrying excess weight in your vehicle can decrease its efficiency. For every 100 pounds of extra weight in your vehicle, your fuel efficiency can decrease by up to one percent. For optimal fuel efficiency, remove all unnecessary items from your vehicle.
3. Follow the Speed Limit and Use Cruise Control: Speeding, rapidly accelerating and slowing abruptly can negatively impact your vehicle’s fuel efficiency. Driving above 50 mph can significantly decrease gas mileage. We highly recommend utilizing cruise control whenever possible to help maintain a consistent and safe speed.
4. Don’t Let Your Car Idle For Long: We recommend always turning off your car when not in use to avoid unnecessary fuel consumption. In unavoidable idling situations, turning off your climate controls can help reduce fuel consumption and minimize emissions.
5. Use the Correct Grade of Motor Oil: We always recommend using the correct grade of motor oil suggested by your manufacturer. Using the correct grade of motor oil could increase your fuel efficiency by up to one or two percent.
6. Schedule Routine Maintenance: Maintaining your vehicle is crucial for its performance and longevity. Regularly checking and inflating your tires and scheduling timely oil changes and other recommended maintenance tasks can greatly impact your car’s fuel efficiency.

Make sure your car runs smoothly and efficiently by scheduling an appointment with our team of highly-trained technicians today.

If you need further advice about your vehicle or you’re interested in upgrading to a new fuel-efficient car or electrified vehicle, feel free to contact us or stop by our dealership at 3480 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota, FL 34239 . We look forward to serving our customers near Venice.

¹For more information, visit Driving More Efficiently .

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