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Topic: Defensive and eco-driving · Nº 144 / 150

Para ahorrar combustible, ¿qué debe hacer?

To save fuel, what should you do?

  • AConducir siempre a 90 kilómetros por hora.Always drive at 90 kilometres per hour.
  • BAdaptar las marchas a las necesidades del vehículo.Match the gears to what the vehicle needs.
  • CCircular con marchas cortas.Drive in low gears.
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Correct answer

  • BAdaptar las marchas a las necesidades del vehículo.Match the gears to what the vehicle needs.
Explanation

To save fuel you must choose the right gear at all times: change up early and drive in the highest gear possible without straining the engine. That way it works in its lowest-consumption rev range. Driving in low gears or at a fixed speed regardless of the road does not save fuel.

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