Although gas prices are coming down, they’re still quite a bit more than they were in the mid-2000s. Fuel-economy-conscious drivers have a variety of strategies they can use to boost fuel economy, with one of the most effective being merely monitoring their tire pressure. Butler Chrysler dealers have vast experience in vehicle maintenance and can show customers all the tricks for boosting their gas mileage.
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, keeping your tires properly inflated will improve your fuel efficiency by 3 percent or more. Unfortunately, the average passenger car’s tires are five to 15 p.s.i. below recommended air pressure levels. When tires are underinflated, they add resistance and force your Chrysler vehicle’s engine to work harder to gain the speed drivers desire. This consumes more fuel, costing drivers more at the pump.
Drivers should purchase an air pressure gauge at their local hardware store and keep it in their vehicle’s glove box. They should check out their owner’s manual and find out what the recommended pressure is. At least once per month, drivers should check the pressure on their tires, preferably when the car has been parked for a few hours, as tires hot from the road may give an inaccurate reading.
So, get yourself an inexpensive tire gauge at the tire or hardware store and keep it in your glove compartment. Don’t try to eyeball it. Check the inside of your driver’s side door jamb, or your owner’s manual, where you’ll find the recommended pressure for your tires.
To schedule a test drive or talk with a sales rep at Precision Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram, call 1-888-313-2410. Precision Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram has an excellent history of providing quality vehicles to Butler area residents and is eager to help new customers find great new and used vehicles.
