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General Motors of Canada: Fuel for Thought(Marketwire Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, August 21 / MARKET WIRE/ -- Editors Note: A photo is included with this press release. Following these fuel economy tips from GM Canada can help drivers reduce their impact on the environment and save themselves a few dollars at the gas pump. 1. Plan ahead - Whether planning a lengthy road trip or simply running daily errands, take the time to plan ahead, and reduce the overall amount of driving and the number of trips you have to make. Also try to choose the best road conditions for driving and when possible, avoid driving over rough asphalt or potholes and through traffic-congested areas. 2. Respect the limit - Drive within the speed limit at all times, and your car consumes a lot less fuel. Most cars use about 20% more fuel if driven at 110 km per hour, than they use at 90 km per hour. 3. No idling - One minute of idling uses more fuel than re-starting the engine. Remember even at -18 C most cars only require 15 to 30 seconds of warming up before being driven. 4. Keep the weight off - Removing unnecessary exterior objects (such as unused roof racks or bike racks) can increase the aerodynamic drag of the car and reduce fuel consumption by up to 5%. In addition, every 45 kg (100 lb.) of extra weight inside your vehicle consumes about 1% more fuel, so get rid of any unnecessary objects in the back seat or trunk. 5. Cap it! - Make sure the gas cap is properly secured on your car. Damaged, loose or missing gas caps cause over 25 million litres of gasoline to vaporize every year. 6. Keep your cool - During the summer months, use the air conditioner wisely. Likewise, during the winter, don't crank up the heat too high. Air conditioners are efficient on the highway, but they can increase your fuel consumption by up to 12% in stop-and-go traffic. 7. A little light reading - A poorly maintained vehicle typically consumes up to 15% more fuel than a properly maintained one. It's important, therefore, to thoroughly read your owner's manual and follow its suggestions. If you are an OnStar subscriber sign up for OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics and your vehicle will send you a monthly email with reports on four key GM vehicle operating systems - the engine/transmission, anti-lock brake, airbag and OnStar. Remember, if we all do our part to add to a cleaner environment, we all benefit in the long run! 8. Review the ratings - Fuel efficiency ratings have become a key factor when drivers are considering a new vehicle. General Motors offers more vehicles than any other automaker in Canada which have highway fuel efficiency ratings of 7L/100km (40mpg) or better including the Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac G5 and the sporty Saturn Astra. General Motors of Canada (GMCL) is engineering and manufacturing advanced environmental technologies ranging from Active Fuel Management (cylinder deactivation) and hybrid systems to E85 biofuel and fuel cell vehicles - more than any other auto company right here in Canada. Headquartered in Oshawa Ontario, GMCL employs more than 15,000 people nationwide. GM of Canada manufactures vehicles, vehicle powertrains, and markets the full range of General Motors vehicles and related services through 732 dealerships and retailers across Canada. Vehicles sold through this network include Chevrolet, Buick, Pontiac, GMC, Saturn, Hummer, Saab and Cadillac. To view the photo associated with this press release, please visit the following link: http://www.marketwire.com/library/20080821-gm800.jpg Contacts: To arrange an interview with a GM spokesperson outside of Vancouver contact: GM Canada, Patty Faith (905) 644-2728 or (905) 744-2728 cell Email: [email protected] GM Canada Adria MacKenzie (905) 644-1824 or (905) 442-6555 cell Email: [email protected] Website: media.gmcanada.com B Co Communications Betsy Cooper (778) 329-7389 or (778) 229-4947 Email: [email protected] Copyright ? 2008 Marketwire |
