Proper Tire Inflation Most Critical Factor for Good Fuel Economy


Light & Medium Truck - July 6, 2010

Situation
Some aftermarket fuel-economy product claims do not always live up to hype
Some operational myths don't apply either
Windsor Police Service in Ontario, Canada tested for themselves w/ University of Windsor assistance
Testing and analysis took about 1,200 hours over a 2-year period
Presented findings at NAFA Institute & Expo in Detroit
Significant Points
Maintaining proper tire inflation proved to be most critical
Older spark plugs or clogged air filters don't drastically reduce fuel economy
Vehicle's onboard electronic systems adjusted for plug and filter changes
Aftermarket fuel-line catalyst claiming 1 - 2.5 mpg improvement made no difference
Web Source
www.nafa.org/handouts2010