Nobody is spared from committing to do his share in making this planet clean. The good news is it doesn't take a lot from us to do our part. Take the case of the ordinary car owner. CAMPI, the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, said that new car owners will breach the 170,000 mark at yearend way beyond their projection of 145,000. This piece of news is both boon and bane. It is a boon because old cars might be replaced with newer fuel-efficient models but could be a bane if the car owners act irresponsibly.
What does it take to be responsible? First and foremost, new car owners must follow regularly the periodic maintenance schedule to ensure engine efficiency. Fuel mileage is improved with regular tune ups which translates to savings on fuel. Make sure that the right engine oil is used. Tire pressure should be checked regularly specially if one is going on long trips. It would pose a big problem if a flat tire happens in the middle of nowhere. Plan your trips. Careful planning spares one the unnecessary turns and trips. Be familiar with the traffic situations of unfamiliar destinations. Constant driving, sudden stops and turns eat up a lot of fuel. When driving to the countryside, turn off the air-conditioning and by all means roll down the windows to let the fresh breeze in. Lastly, always drive with a smile. Unnecessary braking, brought about by a foul mood, consumes more fuel.
It is to everyone's advantage to be responsible. Not only will there be savings on fuel costs, it also benefits the environment.
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