explain techniques you can use while driving any vehicle to increase fuel efficiency and reduce emissions.

In order to increase fuel efficiency and reduce emissions the following vehicle driving and operation technique are effective

1) Ensure vehicle tires are properly inflated

2) Remember to keep the nozzle in the tank before the fuel start to flow and also drain any remaining fuel left in the hose into the tank after the fuel pump stops before removing the fuel nozzle from the tank

3) Ensure battery cables are not corroded so as to enable the alternator to work more efficiently

4) Avoid idling the vehicle as it consumes an appreciable amount of fuel

5) Have the engine checked regularly

6) When driving endeavor to select the highest possible gear

7) Avoid suddenly applying breaks by anticipating the flow of traffic and allowing adequate distance between vehicles when driving to improve safety and reduce the likelihood of delay, with more time on the road driving due to incidents

8) Avoid increasing the engine running speed while the clutch is disengaged

9) Avoid putting extra load on the engine such as air conditioning and extra load in the vehicle from items left in the vehicle on previous journeys

10) Plan multiple assignment into one journey to save time and fuel

11) Strive to drive only on well paved roads to increase engine efficiency

12) Use the engine oil recommended by the vehicle manufacturer

13) Ensure chassis and suspensions are not misaligned

14) Use the manufacturer recommended octane for your vehicle

Explanation:

Increasing fuel efficiency and reducing emissions will reduce fuel cost and protect the environment

Regular vehicle maintenance can reduce 30% of extra fuel cost

Applying the above driving techniques which are part of the Eco-driving golden rules provides a perceptive way of reaching a destination safely and on time.