Fuel Calculator - UniversalConvertor
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Fuel Efficiency Facts

Highway vs. City Driving

Most vehicles achieve better fuel efficiency on highways than in city driving. Highway driving typically results in 15-30% better fuel economy due to sustained speeds and less stop-and-go traffic.

Temperature Impact

Cold weather can reduce your fuel efficiency by 10-20%. This happens because your engine takes longer to reach optimal temperature and winter-grade fuel typically has slightly less energy.

Speed and Efficiency

Fuel efficiency typically peaks around 50-60 mph for most vehicles. For every 5 mph you drive over 60 mph, you can reduce fuel economy by approximately 7%. Aerodynamic drag increases exponentially with speed.

Weight Matters

An extra 100 pounds in your vehicle could reduce your MPG by about 1%. The reduction is based on the percentage of extra weight relative to the vehicle's weight, so smaller vehicles are more affected by extra weight.