Hybrid and electric cars are taking the roads by storm–but what can you do to help lessen your carbon footprint with your gas or diesel vehicle?

Make your ride more ecofriendly with these quick tips!

Remove Extra Weight

The more that’s weighing down your car, the more fuel it will take to haul it!

Extra weight causes your vehicle to use more gas in order to get your vehicle moving. This can also cause your fuel economy to dip as well, which could mean heading to the gas station more often–which means more gas, more pollution, and more money spent!

Check the Emissions System

One sure way to be sure your emissions are in check, keep an eye out for the ‘check engine light.’

The emissions system on your vehicle keeps your engine running clean and efficient through many operating conditions. The emissions system controls the emissions, exhaust, and pollutants (including gasoline vapors escaping from the fuel tank), using an array of sensors, computerized engine controls, and the exhaust components.

Some factors that affect the emissions system include:

  • Vehicle age
  • Type of spark plug electrode material
  • Poor vehicle maintenance
  • Poor quality fuel
  • Damaged or worn sensors
  • Damaged vacuum hoses

Drive Smarter!

One thing you can always do to keep your vehicle running as ecofriendly as possible is to drive smarter!

Driving aggressively makes your vehicle burn more fuel than it needs, which in turn can raise your emissions. Try and plan routes that will maximize your efficiency as well as avoid idling.

Payne Auto Group

Payne Auto Group wants you to stay safe and have fun out on the road!

Schedule service online today at any one of our six service centers across the Rio Grande Valley!