Tips For Saving Fuel When Traffic Jams So That You Don't Waste Homecoming

Illustration of fuel-saving tips when stuck. (José Manuel de Laploy/Pixabay)

There are various methods that motorists can try so that their car's fuel consumption does not run out easily, one of which is by turning off the car engine. Drivers think that turning off the car engine will really help provide better fuel efficiency.

However, is this true? Responding to this, PT Astra Daihatsu Motor's Technical Service Dealer, Bambang Supriyadi, quoted from several sources, said that the need to turn off the car engine when stuck in traffic must be observed from the existing situation.

"Depending on the traffic jam situation, if the traffic jam is long and silent for half an hour, one hour, or even longer and does not move, it will be more fuel efficient if (the engine) is turned off," said Bambang, some time ago.

However, Bambang also explained that there are consequences that must be considered, namely the dead air conditioner so that it can reduce the comfort of passengers in the car. He also suggested that if the traffic jam situation is crowding or stop and go, then motorists do not need to turn off the car engine.

"If it's still moving, you shouldn't have to turn off the engine, because it will be a hassle. Another thing is that if the car is equipped with an idle start stop feature, it's easier because just by pressing the gas pedal, the car engine will start automatically," added Bambang.

Don't step on the gas too deeply

When driving in a state of traffic jam, you should avoid stepping on the gas too deeply because this can make engine spins bigger and consume more fuel.

Use the air conditioner temperature as needed

When in a traffic jam, you should set the air conditioner temperature as needed. Using an air conditioner with a very cold temperature can increase fuel consumption because it burdens the engine. However, turning off the air conditioner is also not recommended because it can make the driver and passenger feel uncomfortable.

Car service regularly

Keeping the car engine prime through periodic service can help prolong the life of the engine and maintain fuel efficiency. Although periodic service costs a lot less than the cost of repairing the machine that was damaged because it was never serviced.

Use car fuel saving features

Some modern cars have features that can help save fuel, such as eco-mode features, cruise control, eco-indicator, and auto-start-stop. However, the use of this feature must be adjusted to the situation on the road and the condition of the car.

Changing transmission to neutral form when the car stops

Changing transmission to neutral form when stopping at traffic jams can help reduce engine load and save fuel. However, drivers must always be careful and ready to step on the brake pedal if any other vehicle suddenly appears in front of the mob