Yes, you can still save fuel without crawling at 30km/h on the express.
Fuel prices aren’t coming down anytime soon, and nobody wants to drive like they’re late for church on a Sunday morning just to save money. But good news: you don’t have to. You can keep your driving stylish and smart—while still saving big on fuel.
Here are seven clever fuel-saving tips that don’t turn you into a slowpoke.
1. Chill With the Aggressive Acceleration
You know that thing where the light turns green and you slam the pedal like you’re drag racing in Lekki? Yeah—stop that.
Rapid acceleration guzzles fuel. Ease into motion smoothly. It feels cooler than it sounds.
2. Don’t Cruise in Neutral (You’re Not Helping)
Coasting in neutral actually makes your car burn more fuel, not less. Modern engines are smarter than you think—they cut fuel to idle levels when you’re off the throttle in gear.
So leave it in gear, and let your engine work with you, not against you.
3. Keep Your Tires Properly Inflated
Underinflated tires increase rolling resistance, which increases fuel use. And overinflated tires reduce grip, which can also mess with your mileage.
Check your tire pressure every 2–4 weeks. Air is still free, for now.
4. Ditch the Junk in Your Trunk
No, seriously. The more weight your car carries, the harder the engine works.
That generator you’ve been transporting for 2 weeks? The spare bag of cement? Your car isn’t a moving company—take them out when not needed.
5. Use A/C Strategically
Yes, A/C burns fuel—but so does driving with all your windows down at high speed (it creates drag).
In city traffic, feel free to enjoy A/C. On the highway, crack a window slightly or use the recirculate feature to reduce load on the system.
6. Stick to 80–100 km/h on Highways
Every car has a “sweet spot” for fuel efficiency, and it’s usually around 80–100 km/h. Beyond that, fuel consumption rises dramatically.
Speeding may feel fun, but so is saving money.
7. Service Your Car. Regularly.
Old plugs, dirty air filters, bad oil—your car works harder when it’s unhealthy. Regular servicing helps you get the most out of every drop of fuel.
And please, stop ignoring that weird sound your engine is making.
8. Stop Idling Too Long
If you’re going to be parked for more than 1–2 minutes (waiting for your date or jollof rice), turn the engine off. Idling burns fuel for no reason.
Saving fuel doesn’t mean becoming a traffic obstacle. It’s about driving smart, not slow.
Make these habits part of your routine, and you’ll notice the difference—in your fuel gauge and your wallet.
