Impact of Driving Habits on Suzuki Car Fuel Efficiency

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Impact of Driving Habits on Suzuki Car Fuel Efficiency

How do driving habits such as rapid acceleration, harsh braking, and idling affect the fuel economy of Suzuki vehicles, and what steps can drivers take to optimize fuel efficiency during everyday use?

Gari Specialist asked on 19 Mar 2025 15:38:40 pm

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Gari Master - on 19 Mar 2025 15:41:35 pm

Driving habits have a significant impact on fuel economy. Here’s how:

Rapid Acceleration and Sudden Braking: Frequent hard acceleration and abrupt braking waste fuel by forcing the engine to consume more power than necessary.
Idling: Prolonged idling, such as keeping the engine running while waiting for someone o r at a traffic signal, wastes fuel unnecessarily.
High Speeds: Driving at high speeds, especially on highways, can cause the engine to work harder and consume more fuel. This is particularly noticeable with smaller engines like the one in the Suzuki Cultus.
Short Trips: Short trips, especially in stop-and-go traffic, do not allow the engine to warm up properly, leading to lower fuel efficiency.
Solutions:

Practice smooth driving by accelerating and braking gradually.
Avoid excessive idling turn off the engine if youre going to be stopped for more than a minute.
Drive at moderate speeds ideally below 100 km/h on highways to optimize fuel efficiency.
Opt for longer trips when possible, allowing the engine to reach its optimal temperature.