5 Driving Tips to Prolong the Life of Your Engine
by Patrick E. George
“Start the Countdown

Routine maintenance is critical,but did you know your driving habits have a direct effect on the lifespan of your vehicle,too?
The current economic climate has been tough for many of us. People are looking for good ways to stretch their dollar and cut back on spending. This extends to the cars we drive,too. It makes a lot more sense for us to keep our current vehicles running in good condition than to be forced to go out and buy a new one.
Most of us know that performing routine maintenance like oil changes and transmission services prevent mechanical failures in the long run and promote the car’s overall health. But did you know that your driving habits also have a direct effect on the lifespan of your vehicle? The way you drive in different conditions can affect your engine’s fuel economy as well as its lifespan.
Since a new engine can easily cost several thousand dollars,taking care of the one you’ve got will certainly pay off in the long run.
In this article,we’ll take a look at five easy ways to modify your driving habits in order to make sure your engine will last a long time. Many of the tips we’ll discuss are low-impact in terms of how they affect your daily commute crp123,but go a long way to save you money.
Keeping your speed as low as possible is a great way to cut back on wear and tear on yourengine.
Unleashing your inner Michael Schumacher on public roads is bad for many reasons. Driving too fast wastes gas,increases emissions,and of course,puts you at the risk of getting ticketed or being involved in a wreck.
But did you know excessive speed is also bad for your engine? It forces your engine work harder by pumping and using more fuel,and forces the pistons and other moving parts to work at a higher speed than is optimal crp129.
The ideal cruising speed for most cars and trucks is about 50 to 55 miles per hour ( to kilometers per hour). But to cruise at 60 miles per hour ( kilometers per hour) requires about 73 percent more horsepower. And to cruise at 70 miles per hour ( kilometers per hour),it requires nearly 160 percent more horsepower [source: GPS Direct]. Think how much harder your engine has to work to put out that kind of power.
But smaller cars and smaller engines have a hard time towing big objects. They may not possess the torque and power necessary to properly move trailers,boats or other vehicles.
Like many of the items we’ve previously discussed,towing big objects creates an extra strain on the engine,and that strain can damage parts and result in reduced engine life. Towing across hills and tough roads can also cut big slices off your engine’s life.
If you’re concerned about what you can tow and what you can’t,always consult your owners’ manual. If you need to do some towing,make sure you have a vehicle than can handle the task at hand properly.
Besides towing,cutting back on the amount of weight you’re carrying reduces the load on the engine. It also helps you get better gas mileage. In other words,try not to drive around with lots of boxes or heavy equipment in your car.
If you follow these steps and make a concerted effort to take care of your motor,you may save yourself a lot of money someday. You may even see other benefits too,like improved fuel economy and less wear on other car parts,like the transmission and brakes.

Related Links
http://autlmycar.blogger.ba/arhiva/2015/03/24/3810825