Stretch your fuel.learn how with these 10 tips.

1. Drive smoothly - Aggressive driving can use as much as a third more fuel than safe driving*. Avoid accelerating or braking too hard and try to keep your steering as smooth as possible.

2. Use higher gears - The higher gear you drive in the lower your engine speed is, which can improve fuel efficiency. So change up a gear whenever you can, without stressing the engine.

3. Tune and service your engine - A well tuned engine can improve fuel economy by up to 4%**, so change your oil and follow your car manufacturer’s recommendation on servicing.

4. Keep your tires at the right pressure – Correctly inflated tires are safer and last longer. A tire that is under inflated by just 1psi can reduce fuel efficiency by as much as 3%**. An under or over inflated tire is also more susceptible to failing.

5. Avoid carrying excess weight – For every extra 100 lbs (45 kg) you carry your fuel efficiency can drop by 1-2%*. So keep your trunk or back seat clear of unnecessary items that just add weight to your vehicle.

6. Keep the windows closed - Wind blowing through an open window will slow you down. To compensate, you may put your foot down harder, using more fuel.

7. Take the roof rack off - If you’re not using your roof rack then remove it. They affect the aerodynamic efficiency of your vehicle and create drag, reducing fuel economy by as much as 5%*.

8. Use the correct oil - Always use the recommended grade of motor oil. Using the manufacturer’s recommended lubricant can improve fuel efficiency by 1-2%**. Higher quality motor oils can also help your engine operate more efficiently.

9. Use cruise control - Using cruise control on major roads helps you maintain a constant speed and, in many cases, will improve fuel consumption.

10. Avoid excess idling - Idling gets you nowhere but still burns fuel. Turn the engine off when you’re in a line, or waiting for someone, until you need it.

The Restorers Edge

The Restorers Edge is a great site for Classic Car Restoration tips and techniques, along with a newsletter for classic and special interest autos .The Restorers Edge will soon publish a Ebook for classic car restoration and tips and techniques for classic cars!

What It's all about

This is gonna be a snap shot into the life of me , Geoff Shootman.The work I do and the passions I share! I truely love Cars,all kinds ,shapes and sizes.Ferrari,Bugutti,Delahaye,Talbo-Lago,You see I have been restoring these Types of Exotic Cars for 18 years now.None of them have been mine ,all customers cars.You can see some of my work at www.therestorersedge.com I'll post some pictures of current work here on my Blog soon.....