Hypermiling-Lighten Your Load

How much extra stuff do you carry in your vehicle? I think you would be surprised if you took it out and weighed it. Getting rid of extra things in your car is the next principle of hypermiling.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, an extra 100 pounds in your vehicle could reduce your MPG by up to 2 percent. The reduction in gas mileage is based on the percentage of extra weight relative to the vehicle's weight. Therefore, it affects smaller vehicles more than larger ones. 

Take a moment today. Look at what truly is in your vehicle. Is it necessary to regularly carry all of these items? Get rid of the stuff that is not critical and start saving money through better gas mileage.