Environment: This is also how you save the budget
AUTO-ENERGY CHECK New technology, optimized lubricants, stricter guidelines: New cars are state of the art. Environmentally conscious vehicle owners can still save energy and fuel. Automatic start/stop, coasting mode and economical driving: Technical developments in vehicles and political awareness of contemporary driving standards in favor of energy efficiency have reached the consciousness of Mr. and Mrs. Swiss. But not the knowledge that [...]
Automatic start/stop, sailing mode and economical driving: Technical developments in vehicles and political awareness of contemporary driving standards in favor of energy efficiency have reached the consciousness of Mr. and Mrs. Swiss. But not the knowledge that even the latest generation of cars can save energy and fuel.
Lower fuel consumption even with automatic transmission
Markus Peter, responsible for technology and the environment at the Swiss Garage Association AGVS, dispels a common misconception: "Fuel consumption can also be reduced with an automatic gearbox. With the AutoEnergieCheck, the AGVS garage owners offer a sustainable service supported by the Swiss Federal Office of Energy that helps to protect the environment and, what's more, to reduce the strain on your wallet."
Energy efficiency and environmental protection starts with tires
AGVS garages know the right answer to both the correct operation and the energy-efficient choice of driving program and gear. Despite all the technical achievements, according to Markus Peter, a tried and tested but optimizable value should not be lost sight of: "Even modern cars run on tires. Environmentally conscious customers can ask their trusted garage for advice on an energy-efficient tire with lower rolling resistance." Another component of the AutoEnergieCheck is increasing the tire pressure. Markus Peter: "Just 0.3 bar more makes a big difference.
