Hybrid car owners are considered as pioneers in this predominantly gasoline powered automotive world we live in. With the expectation of enjoying an improved gas mileage and superior fuel efficiency over conventional powered vehicles, hybrid owners are continuously comparing their cars and assessing their initial investment.

Some cases would show that although hybrids do give more mileage for every gallon of fuel, there is an air of disappointment in the general hybrid buying market. Savings on fuel consumption it seems, have not quite met the initial expectations of hybrid car owners. With the high fuel efficiency expectations for these new hybrids, owners have tried to get better and better mileage from their cars.

With the advent of a major widespread consumer dissatisfaction, experts on hybrid cars and manufacturers joined together to give consultations and general meetings to further address and educate the first time hybrid drivers on how to optimize their vehicles to hit maximum fuel efficiency. They have effectively shown that with sufficient training, a 60 mpg range is possible for most of the hybrid vehicles for drives on major highways and cities.

The first major tip given by experts is the pulse and glide, a now famous term among hybrid car drivers that has been the key towards optimized fuel efficiency. Pulsing and gliding is the term used to describe how one finds the hybrid engine’s zone for a stabilized energy consumption between the electric motor and the gasoline powered engine of the car.

Toyota and Lexus are the pioneers when it comes to the pulse and glide approach where their models highlight the feature. At 30 to 40 miles per hour, a hybrid car driver can activate the pulse and glide mode by doing simple, systematic car pedal work. Accessing this mode, the on board display will highlight a clean screen showing energy stabilization indicated by black arrows. When the method is used properly, mileage can be doubled or even tripled. All you need is a little practice and some time to get familiarized with the procedure which is in fact a lot simpler than parallel parking!

Trying to avoid a lot of stop and go is another way of extending fuel mileage even on a hybrid vehicle. The main thing here is to avoid rushing towards a destination in a relatively short span of time. Moderate driving can amazingly save you nearly a dime per gallon as reported by energy agencies. Remember, slow and steady is the key. Try using the pulse and glide and avoid pushing the car pedal all the way down for a change.

Drivers get into most accidents when they are rushing and speeding past stoplights and blind corners. Accelerating to blow past that yellow light may help save at least 10 seconds of your time but mileage will definitely drop if this becomes your habit.

Lastly, it also helps to monitor tire pressure regularly. Even for hybrid cars, under inflated tires can decrease fuel efficiency by at least 10%. Remember to keep tire pressure within the standards set. Checking this at least once a week will help you be set on the road for the optimum fuel efficiency on your hybrid car.

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