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5 Tips To Keep Your Car Eco-friendly
According to a recent survey conducted by the International Council of Clean Transportation or ICCT, the number of vehicles on the road in India has almost trebled to 130 million in 2013 from 50 million in 2003. As a result, harmful nitrogen oxide emissions have also increased by 10 percent from 2003. Vehicle Particulate Matter (PM) emissions are also on a dangerous rise, and cause up to 40,000 premature deaths a year. Something needs to give.
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Taking care of the environment doesn't come naturally to us, and almost doesn't figure when we drive our cars. However, there are actually a lot of things we can do to remain eco-friendly and minimise our footprint on the planet, that can make a marked difference. Today being World Environment Day, we thought we'd share some tips with you that will help make your vehicle more eco-friendly so you can do your part to save the planet. Some of these you may already be aware of, but the key is to begin practicing them as we go about our daily lives - it's the least we can do for future generations.
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1. Maintain your car well
Keeping your car in good working order is paramount for it to remain eco-friendly. A car that's serviced and tuned regularly will be more efficient and produce less emissions than a badly maintained car. A tune up can increase your car's efficiency by 4 percent, and replacing a clogged air filter will improve efficiency by up to 10 percent. A faulty oxygen sensor can drop mileage by up to 40 percent, so make sure it is in healthy working condition.
2. Keep tyres properly inflated
If tyres are not inflated correctly, their rolling resistance increases, making the engine work harder to move the car and thereby using more fuel. Properly inflated tyres will also last longer, thus minimising their impact on the environment. It will also save you precious money.
3. Adapt your driving style for fuel economy
How one drives is very important when it comes to improving fuel efficiency. Sudden stops and starts, and jerky and aggressive driving takes a serious toll on fuel consumption, so keep a light foot on the gas and change gears smoothly. Also, turn your car off if you are going to be stationary for longer than 30 seconds.
4. Keep the car as light as possible
The heavier a car is, the more fuel is required to move it. So get rid of unnecessary stuff in the boot and the cabin, dismantle roof carriers when not in use, and so on. A lighter car is easier to drive economically.
5. Take care while washing your car
Washing a car at home can use up to 200 litres of precious water, so be careful of how much water you're using. Dry wipe your car as much as possible and try to use biodegradable and CFC-free detergents and soaps during washing, as these won't affect the soil. Eco-friendly cleaners are available now, so it's a good reason to do your bit for the environment.
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We have tried to provide you with some simple tips that will help your car impact the environment in a less harmful manner. The onus is now on all of us to take eco-friendly motoring seriously. Here's to a future of green mile-munching!
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