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Fuel Efficient Chevrolet

Posted by Jack – May 25, 2011

Finding ways to get the most out of every drop of fuel?

Chevrolet has been pushing the limits of fuel efficiency for years so you can be confident your vehicle is getting the most out of every drop of fuel.

Chevrolet is committed to finding and developing new solutions every day to meet the growing demand for better fuel economy without ever sacrificing performance. Because in the end, we’re committed to you and the life you’re leading.

Every Chevrolet vehicle is designed for optimal energy efficiency, whether it’s gas, battery, or both. That kind of efficiency doesn’t just happen. It’s the end result of a combination of technologies engineered specifically to get you where you want to go without ever having to sacrifice.

Six-speed transmissions offer more gear ratios to keep the engine in its most efficient operating range, and direct injection ensures that only the precise amount of fuel needed is used at every moment by injecting fuel directly into the combustion chambers.

Variable Valve Timing enhances torque at lower RPM and increases horsepower at higher RPM. Active Fuel Management is an engine management system that enables the engine to automatically operate on half of its cylinders under light load conditions, improving fuel efficiency and reducing consumption. The drivetrains on our hybrid vehicles(4) use a combination of battery power and gas engine for propulsion, and the electric drivetrains can function on battery power alone.

These fuel-saving technologies are available on many Chevrolet vehicles.

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5 Tips on Making Your Car More Fuel Efficient

Posted by Jack – December 2, 2009

With gas prices sky high most individuals who drive are interested in ways they can make their car more fuel efficient and save as much money as possible. While there are no fuel saving tips that will keep your car full of gas without filling up, there are some tips that really can help you save money on fuel over the long run. All of these tips focus on making your car more fuel efficient.

Fuel Efficiency Tip #1 Drive When You Crank Up
This might seem obvious, but as soon as you crank up your car you should drive off. However, many people crank up and leave the car idling for a while. Instead of this, when you crank up drive off and only keep your car running when it is absolutely necessary.

Fuel Efficiency Tip #2 Don’t Ride the Break
Many drivers hit the break more often than is necessary. Additionally there are quite a few drivers that slow down for a braking car when they could easily switch lanes. Not riding the break can increase your fuel efficiency by up to 30%, so this is a great tip you should follow.

Fuel Efficiency Tip #3 Turn Off Your Car
If you are going to be stopping for more than 10 minutes you should switch off your car to keep fuel efficiency at its peak and not burn more gas than is necessary.

Fuel Efficiency Tip #4 Don’t Turn Off Your Car
If you are only stopping for a brief moment or less than 5 minutes then don’t turn off your car because the amount of gas used to crank up is more than you would burn in that short period of time.

Fuel Efficiency Tip #5 Inflate Tires Properly
Too many drivers never think of their tires, unless one goes flat. However, having tires that are properly inflated can save fuel and make your car more fuel efficient, saving you money. Because of this, you should check your tire pressure on a regular basis.

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Great Way to Find Cheaper Gas Prices

Posted by Jack – November 27, 2009

Instead of chasing the latest offer for gas price reduction, New Smyrna Chevrolet recommends becoming familiar with gas prices in the different areas of your city. On Gasbuddy.com, a system of volunteers post gas prices on the Internet. The amount of variation will surprise you.

When do you know you need new Brakes

Posted by Jack – November 26, 2009

 

Spending money on car repairs is the last thing any of us want to do, but it is a necessary evil. Generally, if you wait too long to get something fixed or replaced, it will end up costing you more than the original repair. Knowing when to change your brake pads is important; otherwise it can be very costly.

Step 1

If you bought your car new from a dealership, you can refer to your manual which should give you an idea of how many miles your brake pads should last you. Just keep that number in mind, and remember to consider getting new brake pads when you have reached that stated mileage. This does depend on your driving habits. Some people need new brake pads faster than others. I managed to make it 70,000 miles before I had to change mine.

Step 2

In either case, if you bought your car new or used, you can check the thickness of your brake pad yourself. Just take the tire off, and inspect the thickness of the brake pad. Most brake pad repairmen will tell you to replace your pads when they are 2 to 3mm thick. Keep in mind, new break pads are usually 10mm thick. Some people even say wait until the pads have the same thickness as a dime.

Step 3

The last way you can decide yourself, is to wait until you hear your brakes squealing. This a final warning telling you to get your brake pads changed as soon as possible. If you wait too long you might damage the rotors, which will double the price of your brake repair.

Step 4

If you’re undecided or don’t want to be bothered with checking it yourself, you can always take your vehicle to a dealer service department. They will be able to take a look at it and decide rather quickly if your brakes need changed. If you’re already hearing the squealing noise, they will probably take it for a quick test drive and let you know. Worst case, if they don’t need changed, they can give you a good estimate of how many more miles you can drive before your brake pads will need changed.

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From the Desk of Jack Holcomb

Posted by Jack – July 27, 2009

The all new Chevrolet Malibu offers better hwy. fuel economy than comparable Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. Click Here