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3 Ways to Get Better Fuel Economy From Your Lexus

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Starting off with a Lexus that’s more fuel-efficient can be one way to save money on gas, as too can looking into hybrid or fully-electric models, but there are also ways you can get better fuel economy simply by changing the way you drive. Read on as our team at Lexus Downtown drives right to three ways to improve your vehicle’s fuel economy, including keeping a steady speed while you drive, coasting to a stop when you need to, and keeping your Lexus properly maintained, especially the pressure in your tires.

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1. Keep Your Speed As Steady As Possible

Every time you accelerate or decelerate, it uses fuel, so if you drive with a steady speed, it can save you some fuel! Using cruise control, especially in areas where you’re going 75 km/hr or over, is an easy way to keep your speed nice and steady.

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2. Coast to a Stop When You Need to Stop

A quick stop increases fuel usage, so instead of going quickly to stop signs and then slamming on the brakes, take the time to coast to a stop. This can be done by removing your foot from the gas when you’re some distance away from where you plan to fully stop, and then slowly press on the brakes once you get closer. By keeping a watch on traffic that’s in front of you, you can more easily judge how much room you have to coast, and save yourself fuel in the process.

3. Keep Your Vehicle Maintained, Especially Tire Pressure

Keeping your Lexus in peak condition is always the best for all of its parts, and if you want to save money, it’s especially helpful. Little things, such as tire pressure, can help your Lexus use less fuel. In the case of tire pressure, this is because the more your tires interact with the road, the more fuel your Lexus needs to keep it moving, and properly-pressurized tires are not on the road as much as those that need a little more air.

Test Drive New and Used Lexuses at Lexus Downtown in Toronto, ON

When you buy a new or used Lexus, you’re getting a vehicle that has great fuel economy to begin with. So let our team at Lexus Downtown find you the perfect Lexus that checks off all the boxes, including fuel efficiency and other great features such as safety and technological features. If you want to book in for a test drive or have any questions about what we have in our inventory in Toronto, ON, just contact us, and we’d be happy to help!