Acura 2010 RDX - Manual (Page 364)

Drive Efficiently
● Drive moderately － Rapid
acceleration, abrupt cornering, and
hard braking increase fuel
consumption.
● Observe the speed limit －
Aerodynamic drag has a big effect
on fuel economy at speeds above
45 mph (75 km/h). Reduce your
speed and you reduce the drag.
Trailers, car top carriers, roof
racks and bike racks are also big
contributors to increased drag.
● Always drive in the highest gear
possible
－ If your vehicle has a
manual transmission, you can
boost your fuel economy by up
shifting as early as possible.
●
Avoid excessive idling － Idling
results in 0 miles per gallon (0 kms
per liter).
● Minimize the use of the air
conditioning system
－ The A/C
puts an extra load on the engine
which makes it use more fuel. Use
the fresh-air ventilation when
possible.
● Plan and combine trips －
Combine several short trips into
one. A warmed-up engine is more
fuel efficient than a cold one.
Fuel Economy
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