Tips For Less Consumption Of Fuel In Commercial Vehicles
For what it’s worth, the expenses on fuel for a commercial fleet can add up to as much as 30% of the total operating cost. Therefore, it is worth the time and effort for owners of commercial buses and trucks to look out for ways that can help improve fuel efficiency. After all, “Money saved, is money earned”. Although, owing to the cause of a clean and green environment, synthetic lubricants and fleet telematics are being widely used, however, the onus of reducing fuel usage is still largely dependent on the way drivers handle the vehicles. Below mentioned are some tips, which, if followed, can help improve fuel economy in a significant manner. - Use Brakes Sensibly: One of the easiest ways to reduce the fuel consumption per km is to use brakes only when required. Moreover, it is advisable to go light on the brakes. Braking itself triggers increased fuel usage, and harsh braking pushes this usage even further. To this end, drivers should take effo...