Comments on: How to get maximum mileage out of your car in tropical conditions http://www.ubiquitense.com/2008/11/how-to-get-maximum-mileage-out-of-your-car-in-tropical-conditions/ business-centric blogging solutions Wed, 17 Feb 2010 05:19:38 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.2 hourly 1 By: Ubiquit http://www.ubiquitense.com/2008/11/how-to-get-maximum-mileage-out-of-your-car-in-tropical-conditions/comment-page-1/#comment-9634 Ubiquit Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:56:32 +0000 http://www.ubiquitense.com/?p=212#comment-9634 I agree that the new Estilo would give you more mileage, but I've not test driven this new one with Kseries engine. However, I've tried Punto, and it simply exceeded my expectations. I was literally floating over potholes, and the noise inside the cabin was well contained. I don't have to talk about the fit and sturdiness of the chassis - it's a Fiat! To me, it's the best looking hatch on Indian roads. But, Fiat has poor resale value - people are engulfed by the many myths about Fiat India. Well, if you're a Maruti fan, you might consider Swift Diesel (it's nothing but Fiat's diesel engine), tweaked for slightly more power. It has excellent resale value too. I agree that the new Estilo would give you more mileage, but I’ve not test driven this new one with Kseries engine. However, I’ve tried Punto, and it simply exceeded my expectations. I was literally floating over potholes, and the noise inside the cabin was well contained. I don’t have to talk about the fit and sturdiness of the chassis – it’s a Fiat! To me, it’s the best looking hatch on Indian roads. But, Fiat has poor resale value – people are engulfed by the many myths about Fiat India. Well, if you’re a Maruti fan, you might consider Swift Diesel (it’s nothing but Fiat’s diesel engine), tweaked for slightly more power. It has excellent resale value too.

]]> By: Dr V R Manoj http://www.ubiquitense.com/2008/11/how-to-get-maximum-mileage-out-of-your-car-in-tropical-conditions/comment-page-1/#comment-9632 Dr V R Manoj Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:29:52 +0000 http://www.ubiquitense.com/?p=212#comment-9632 Thank you for your valuable suggestions. When I thought of Accent, I took into consideration a sedan type that fits into my pocket; also of keeping it a permanent vehicle for its sturdiness, fit, contours and comfort. There is a sea of difference with regards to comments on its mileage. Anyhow, if it is going to be phased out, then its maintenance and spares would become a real challenge, I believe. Then about considering the New Estilo, unlike the old Zen Estilo which was not at all a favourite to customers, has improved features like Kseries engine, 18+ milege (maruti company’s version), power windows, rear washer wiper, defogger, fog lamps etc. Could you rethingk about these features and give a suggestion? In fact, my father was also suggestiong Puntho. Let me see it. Then what about an i10 with all options? But all said; I am sad that I miss a sedan with my lean budget if I am to give up hope on Accent. The other models I wished to buy were Baleno and Esteem but are no more made. Could you comment? Manoj Thank you for your valuable suggestions.
When I thought of Accent, I took into consideration a sedan type that fits into my pocket; also of keeping it a permanent vehicle for its sturdiness, fit, contours and comfort. There is a sea of difference with regards to comments on its mileage. Anyhow, if it is going to be phased out, then its maintenance and spares would become a real challenge, I believe.
Then about considering the New Estilo, unlike the old Zen Estilo which was not at all a favourite to customers, has improved features like Kseries engine, 18+ milege (maruti company’s version), power windows, rear washer wiper, defogger, fog lamps etc. Could you rethingk about these features and give a suggestion?
In fact, my father was also suggestiong Puntho. Let me see it.
Then what about an i10 with all options?
But all said; I am sad that I miss a sedan with my lean budget if I am to give up hope on Accent. The other models I wished to buy were Baleno and Esteem but are no more made.
Could you comment?
Manoj

]]> By: Ubiquit http://www.ubiquitense.com/2008/11/how-to-get-maximum-mileage-out-of-your-car-in-tropical-conditions/comment-page-1/#comment-9628 Ubiquit Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:01:48 +0000 http://www.ubiquitense.com/?p=212#comment-9628 Well, Accent is a good vehicle, absolutely no doubt about it. But, in an year or so, it will be phased out. So, why buy a car when you know that it might be phased out soon? Also, I wouldn't even consider Estilo if I were you. You said your budget is about 6 lacs, and I suggest you buy the Fiat Punto Diesel or Swift Diesel since you would be commuting 40kms every day. Don't consider all those people who say that Fiat service is bad..blah, blah! It's a really good vehicle, very low maintenance, glides over pot-holes, and it's sexy looking in black, red and light blue. I would've bought the Punto if it were available in 2007. I'm sorry 've diverted out of your actual choices, but I did coz I want you to buy a better one.. Well, Accent is a good vehicle, absolutely no doubt about it. But, in an year or so, it will be phased out. So, why buy a car when you know that it might be phased out soon? Also, I wouldn’t even consider Estilo if I were you. You said your budget is about 6 lacs, and I suggest you buy the Fiat Punto Diesel or Swift Diesel since you would be commuting 40kms every day. Don’t consider all those people who say that Fiat service is bad..blah, blah! It’s a really good vehicle, very low maintenance, glides over pot-holes, and it’s sexy looking in black, red and light blue. I would’ve bought the Punto if it were available in 2007. I’m sorry ‘ve diverted out of your actual choices, but I did coz I want you to buy a better one..

]]> By: Dr V R Manoj http://www.ubiquitense.com/2008/11/how-to-get-maximum-mileage-out-of-your-car-in-tropical-conditions/comment-page-1/#comment-9627 Dr V R Manoj Mon, 12 Oct 2009 10:36:23 +0000 http://www.ubiquitense.com/?p=212#comment-9627 Friends, I am planning to buy a car leaving my almost battered Alto behind and my budget is around 6 lacs. In fact my preference is an Accent Executive though I have test-driven many other models including the New Estilo. I felt my brother's i10 also wonderful but for it's heavy built (I felt so perhaps I have been driving an Alto!) I drive daily 40 kms partially on highways and partly on well laid village-roads (they are well maintained, though with curves and mounts, typical of Kerala) My family and friends say I drive well (even I think so about me...lol!!!), they comment that they never felt even a little drag or pull while in the car with me whether in city traffic or on highways. Which car is preferable for me, an Accent Executive or New Estillo? (Please keep in mind that my family will certainly read your comments before favouring my decision. help me somehow so that I can get my Accent which I like very much..and please don't foget to delete these last lines in brackets before posting your comments...smile!!!) By Manoj Friends,
I am planning to buy a car leaving my almost battered Alto behind and my budget is around 6 lacs. In fact my preference is an Accent Executive though I have test-driven many other models including the New Estilo. I felt my brother’s i10 also wonderful but for it’s heavy built (I felt so perhaps I have been driving an Alto!)
I drive daily 40 kms partially on highways and partly on well laid village-roads (they are well maintained, though with curves and mounts, typical of Kerala)
My family and friends say I drive well (even I think so about me…lol!!!), they comment that they never felt even a little drag or pull while in the car with me whether in city traffic or on highways.
Which car is preferable for me, an Accent Executive or New Estillo?

(Please keep in mind that my family will certainly read your comments before favouring my decision. help me somehow so that I can get my Accent which I like very much..and please don’t foget to delete these last lines in brackets before posting your comments…smile!!!)
By
Manoj

]]> By: rony wilson http://www.ubiquitense.com/2008/11/how-to-get-maximum-mileage-out-of-your-car-in-tropical-conditions/comment-page-1/#comment-7410 rony wilson Wed, 19 Aug 2009 05:19:50 +0000 http://www.ubiquitense.com/?p=212#comment-7410 Dear Rajesh Coasting means you are driving in neutral which is never advisable. Car consumes more fuel in coasting mode. But when you are driving in a higher gear on flat road with less traffic just release the accelerator and when the car begin to slow down press the accelerator gently to achieve desired speed. This practice will definitely save fuel. Don't turn off engine if you need to wait for just 10-15 seconds. Starting engine will consume more fuel. One important suggestion from me, try to skip one gear while shifting gears. If the road is clear then shift from 3rd gear to 5th gear or from 2nd gear to 4th gear. If you are the only one in the car (means less load in car) and on a flat/plain road try to use 2nd gear instead of 1st. Rony Dear Rajesh
Coasting means you are driving in neutral which is never advisable. Car consumes more fuel in coasting mode. But when you are driving in a higher gear on flat road with less traffic just release the accelerator and when the car begin to slow down press the accelerator gently to achieve desired speed. This practice will definitely save fuel. Don’t turn off engine if you need to wait for just 10-15 seconds. Starting engine will consume more fuel.

One important suggestion from me, try to skip one gear while shifting gears. If the road is clear then shift from 3rd gear to 5th gear or from 2nd gear to 4th gear. If you are the only one in the car (means less load in car) and on a flat/plain road try to use 2nd gear instead of 1st.

Rony

]]> By: Vatsala http://www.ubiquitense.com/2008/11/how-to-get-maximum-mileage-out-of-your-car-in-tropical-conditions/comment-page-1/#comment-6885 Vatsala Mon, 03 Aug 2009 05:37:52 +0000 http://www.ubiquitense.com/?p=212#comment-6885 Hi Good Post. I was aware of a lot of the practices you have mentioned, but Tankful is a new thing. Thanks for that tip, will experiment with it. Hi Good Post. I was aware of a lot of the practices you have mentioned, but Tankful is a new thing. Thanks for that tip, will experiment with it.

]]> By: rajesh http://www.ubiquitense.com/2008/11/how-to-get-maximum-mileage-out-of-your-car-in-tropical-conditions/comment-page-1/#comment-5056 rajesh Sat, 30 May 2009 21:59:23 +0000 http://www.ubiquitense.com/?p=212#comment-5056 hi there Nice tips. I have been following some of them on myown...need to catch up with others. I had some questions regarding coasting/gliding down hill/ to Stop signals. 1. Is it OK to coast in nuetral ( i own a Petrol 2007 Alto)? ( imean which is better--coasting in nuetral or in gear. i know engine switched off causes steering and breaks to lock so i avoid it.) 2. does coasting affect my transmission & clutch? 3. is more fuel consumed during starting than in waiting for 10secs at signals? thanks and regards Rajesh hi there

Nice tips.

I have been following some of them on myown…need to catch up with others.

I had some questions regarding coasting/gliding down hill/ to Stop signals.
1. Is it OK to coast in nuetral ( i own a Petrol 2007 Alto)? ( imean which is better–coasting in nuetral or in gear. i know engine switched off causes steering and breaks to lock so i avoid it.)
2. does coasting affect my transmission & clutch?
3. is more fuel consumed during starting than in waiting for 10secs at signals?

thanks and regards
Rajesh

]]> By: Ubiquit http://www.ubiquitense.com/2008/11/how-to-get-maximum-mileage-out-of-your-car-in-tropical-conditions/comment-page-1/#comment-1843 Ubiquit Wed, 01 Apr 2009 06:15:47 +0000 http://www.ubiquitense.com/?p=212#comment-1843 Switching off AC works well too..but not many would want to do that in places like Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai or Hyderabad where summer heat is scorching :( Switching off AC works well too..but not many would want to do that in places like Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai or Hyderabad where summer heat is scorching :(

]]> By: Sushil http://www.ubiquitense.com/2008/11/how-to-get-maximum-mileage-out-of-your-car-in-tropical-conditions/comment-page-1/#comment-1720 Sushil Mon, 30 Mar 2009 04:43:22 +0000 http://www.ubiquitense.com/?p=212#comment-1720 Very good post. I was wanting to write a post on tips to improve mileage in India. Looks like you beat me to it. Couple of additional points - I have tried is to either switch off the car at long signals or to switch off the A/C at signals. I have noticed a slight improvement with switching off the A/C on idle itself. If I notice traffic piling up I switch off the engine and open the windows. Very good post. I was wanting to write a post on tips to improve mileage in India. Looks like you beat me to it.
Couple of additional points – I have tried is to either switch off the car at long signals or to switch off the A/C at signals. I have noticed a slight improvement with switching off the A/C on idle itself.
If I notice traffic piling up I switch off the engine and open the windows.

]]> By: Ubiquit http://www.ubiquitense.com/2008/11/how-to-get-maximum-mileage-out-of-your-car-in-tropical-conditions/comment-page-1/#comment-1481 Ubiquit Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:37:05 +0000 http://www.ubiquitense.com/?p=212#comment-1481 Are you gonna buy an Accent? Well, you may have to reconsider given the number of choices you've got in the market right now. Why don't you try a Palio MJD or Linea? Are you gonna buy an Accent? Well, you may have to reconsider given the number of choices you’ve got in the market right now. Why don’t you try a Palio MJD or Linea?

]]> By: Amit http://www.ubiquitense.com/2008/11/how-to-get-maximum-mileage-out-of-your-car-in-tropical-conditions/comment-page-1/#comment-1471 Amit Wed, 18 Mar 2009 17:37:10 +0000 http://www.ubiquitense.com/?p=212#comment-1471 Great article. I am planning to buy an Accent and landed up on your post while looking for mileage. Thanks for the tips. I guess every car owner can sqeeze a couple of kms if they keep certain things in mind as suggested. Great article. I am planning to buy an Accent and landed up on your post while looking for mileage. Thanks for the tips. I guess every car owner can sqeeze a couple of kms if they keep certain things in mind as suggested.

]]> By: ubiquit http://www.ubiquitense.com/2008/11/how-to-get-maximum-mileage-out-of-your-car-in-tropical-conditions/comment-page-1/#comment-393 ubiquit Thu, 04 Dec 2008 22:03:39 +0000 http://www.ubiquitense.com/?p=212#comment-393 Wow, this is great news! If hybrid vehicles, such as this, continue to return impressive mpg they have a bright future. If there would be a tighter cooperation between the governments and the hybrid car manufacturers in reducing the car prices, people will be more than happy to switch from Diesel to hybrid petrol vehicles - paving way for a cleaner and greener future! What say you? Wow, this is great news! If hybrid vehicles, such as this, continue to return impressive mpg they have a bright future. If there would be a tighter cooperation between the governments and the hybrid car manufacturers in reducing the car prices, people will be more than happy to switch from Diesel to hybrid petrol vehicles – paving way for a cleaner and greener future! What say you?

]]> By: Mike http://www.ubiquitense.com/2008/11/how-to-get-maximum-mileage-out-of-your-car-in-tropical-conditions/comment-page-1/#comment-392 Mike Thu, 04 Dec 2008 21:50:31 +0000 http://www.ubiquitense.com/?p=212#comment-392 A new Guinness World Book of Records record was set early this morning when the CleanMPG team of Wayne Gerdes, Justin Fons, and Jennie Chen achieved an average of 68.537 mpg in a new 2009 Honda Civic Hybrid sponsored by American Honda and Scangauge! The record was for the highest mpg on a contiguous drive through 48 states. A new Guinness World Book of Records record was set early this morning when the CleanMPG team of Wayne Gerdes, Justin Fons, and Jennie Chen achieved an average of 68.537 mpg in a new 2009 Honda Civic Hybrid sponsored by American Honda and Scangauge! The record was for the highest mpg on a contiguous drive through 48 states.

]]> By: Chrisb http://www.ubiquitense.com/2008/11/how-to-get-maximum-mileage-out-of-your-car-in-tropical-conditions/comment-page-1/#comment-349 Chrisb Mon, 17 Nov 2008 12:00:51 +0000 http://www.ubiquitense.com/?p=212#comment-349 dude! even the image rendered very good on my mobile. crisp, sharp & fast! dude! even the image rendered very good on my mobile. crisp, sharp & fast!

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