Green Driving Practices

Green Driving Practices Changing How You Drive Can Lower Fuel Consumption Instead of abrupt stop/starts, slow down and come to a gentle stop. Drive in the correct gear. Higher gears consume less. Car pooling Properly inflated tyres -- or fitting low rolling resistance tyres -- can improve your miles to the gallon. Trade for more efficient car. Lose the excess weight. If you're not using that roof rack, take it off. Alternative fuels Changing your driving practices and making your car more efficient can increase fuel economy by as much as 47 percent.