It should be simple to get good gas mileage, but there’s lots of inaccurate information and outdated myths floating around. Our Helfman Alfa Romeo team is debunking three common misconceptions about your vehicle's gas mileage.
Myth: Only Small Cars Get Good Gas Mileage
For older car models, it is generally true that smaller cars will get better gas mileage than their larger counterparts. However, nowadays, advanced modern engine design means even mid-sized and large vehicles can be just as efficient as smaller cars. So, even if you pick a bigger vehicle like the plug-in hybrid 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale, you’ll still get great gas mileage on the road.
Myth: Starting Takes More Gas than Idling
Like the myth above about small cars, this myth used to be true: older cars often used less gasoline to idle than to turn the car off and on. However, modern engine design makes starting up your car much more efficient. Idling, on the other hand, can waste up to a half-gallon of gas per hour, so turn off your engine when you can.
Myth: Fill Up When It Is Cooler
Some drivers wait until it’s as cold as possible to buy gas. The theory is that because gasoline is a fluid, and fluids become denser during cold weather, you’ll get a little extra fuel. However, gasoline is stored underground in tanks, not at the surface level, so it is relatively unaffected by the changing temperatures over the course of the day. No matter when you pump, you get the same gasoline.
Get Gas Mileage Tips at Helfman Alfa Romeo
If you’re looking for excellent gas mileage without sacrificing driving excitement, come to Helfman Alfa Romeo in Houston, TX. Explore our lineup of efficient, powerful Alfa Romeo cars, then talk to our sales team about applying for Alfa Romeo financing today. Once you have your vehicle, make sure to schedule regular service at our dealership to maintain your vehicle’s efficiency.
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