GETTING THE BEST SPARK PLUG FUEL ECONOMY
The search for the best spark plug fuel economy involves two distinct areas, maintenance schedules and technology improvements. The most important aspect of spark plug fuel economy for most drivers is good engine maintenance.
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CAR MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES PAY Getting the best spark plug fuel economy can be as simple as following car maintenance schedules recommended by the manufacturer. The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence states that misfiring spark plugs can reduce fuel efficiency by as much as 30% or $.75/gallon.
Spark plugs in new cars can last for 50,000 miles and more (consult your owner’s manual). But spark plugs can become fouled from a number of causes including rich fuel mixture, leaking oil seals, or cylinder head problems that allow engine coolant to enter the combustion chamber. Fouled plugs can cause an early or pre-ignition situation, damage your engine, and increase fuel consumption. A good mechanic knows How To Read A Spark Plug . He can tell by the appearance of the plug if your engine is burning oil, running a rich fuel/air mixture, a lean fuel/air mixture, or if combustion conditions are normal. A good mechanic will also tell you that the best automotive fuel saving devices known are simply good car care programs like the ones detailed in manufacturer’s car maintenance schedules. That doesn’t mean that nothing can be improved on our automobiles. In fact, virtually everything on your car continues to evolve and improve. And spark plugs are no exception. _________________________________________________________________ AUTOMOTIVE FUEL SAVING DEVICES SPARK INTEREST
Bad puns aside, the search for ways to beat high gas prices often turns to getting the best spark plug fuel economy ratings. Some spark plugs do, in fact, seem to perform better than others under certain conditions. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Before we go any further there are some points worth mentioning: The claimed efficiency gains of the sparkplugs discussed here are in the range of 5% or less. A typical car can experience mileage variations of 5% or more because of weather or temperature conditions, traffic congestion, who is driving the car, and other variables. So don’t expect any miraculous increase in performance or mileage. Noted performance gains are often measured at heavy or full engine loads. Most people rarely drive their cars under such conditions. Some of the new spark plug designs don’t have an adjustable gap. They could, in certain vehicles, perform less efficiently than the plugs that were put in by the car manufacturer. The spark plugs that car manufacturers put in your engine have been extensively tested and proven to give your engine the best performance under a wide variety of driving conditions. You can’t go wrong by sticking to the auto manufacturers recommendations. As you review the sparkplugs, the customer reviews on the Amazon links below can help you decide whether or not they're worth the extra cost. -----------------------------------------------------------------
One of the oldest and most trusted names in automotive ignition systems is Bosch. Their Platinum+2, Platinum+4, and Platinum Ir Fusion series plugs are detailed on the Bosch Spark Plug product pages. These plugs have several advancements that have been shown in independent tests to increase fuel efficiency above that of conventional plugs. One big key to these efficiency gains is a design that allows a more direct flame path from the ignition source into the cylinder. The details are explained on the Bosch Spark Plug product pages. The FAQ section on spark plugs also makes for interesting and informative reading. Bosch Platinum Series plugs can be found at Amazon Bosch Spark Plugs _________________________________________________________________
The E3 Sparkplug has a design that at first glance is similar to the Bosch plug, but has some technical differences that the manufacturer claims make it even more efficient. The details shown on the E3 website illustrate the logic behind the design.
E3 Spark Plugs can be found online at Amazon E3 Spark Plugs _________________________________________________________________
Bosch and E3 Plugs are also available at local auto parts stores near you. A number of stores let you check availability and place your order online, then pick up at the store.
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The search engine can also produce customer info. Entering a term like “MYNEW spark plug reviews” or “MYNEW spark plug scam” will give you some revealing product opinions. MYNEW, of course, refers to the brand of spark plug for which you are seeking information. _________________________________________________________________
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