Can my 2005 Holden Crewman use less fuel?
Asked by Marky
I have a 2005 Holden Crewman V8 rear-wheel-drive. Is there a way I could make it use less fuel?
Answered by CarsGuide
24 Mar 2021High fuel consumption was a major criticism of these cars when they were brand-new. The combination of a heavy car and a large capacity engine meant that the Crewman was never a fuel sipper. To be honest, the absolute best way to reduce its fuel consumption is in the way you drive it. A light foot on the accelerator might just have a bigger effect than you imagine when it comes to squeezing every kilometre out of every litre.
But there are other things to do as well. Start with the tyres. A tyre that is under-inflated can cause a vehicle to use more fuel, but frequent tyre-inflation pressure checks can help. Of course, the car’s safety is dependent on correct tyre pressures, too, so it’s not just fuel economy at stake here. Either way, start at about 30 or 32psi (more if you’re towing or carrying heavy loads) and don’t let the pressures drop below that level. Correct wheel alignment can also influence fuel economy and don’t forget to keep the engine tuned and running sweetly as a well-tuned engine will always use less fuel than one that is out of adjustment. Ute owners often fall into the trap of carting around a lot more gear than they need (because they can). Removing weight from the vehicle’s tray will also help cut fuel bills.
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