Gas Mileage Tip - Keep Your Engine Properly Tuned

Fixing a car that is noticeably out of tune or has failed an emissions test can improve its gas mileage by an average of 4 percent, though results vary based on the kind of repair and how well it is done.

Fixing a serious maintenance problem, such as a faulty oxygen sensor, can improve your mileage by as much as 40 percent.

Fuel Economy Benefit: 4%
Equivalent Gasoline Savings: $0.12/gallon

This is how Dixie Caps can help to improve your fuel economy. Dixie Caps help keep your car, truck, mini van, or SUV running smoothly. Dixie Caps Balance Injectors, Eliminate Lean Idle Misfire, provide Smoother Idle, and Lower Emissions .

Note: Cost savings are based on an assumed fuel price of $2.91/gallon.

Estimates for fuel savings from vehicle maintenance, keeping tires properly inflated, and using the recommended grade of motor oil are based on studies and literature reviews performed by Energy and Environmental Analysis, Inc., Washington, DC.