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  • A poorly maintained vehicle uses up to 50% more fuel and produces up to 50% more GHG emissions than a vehicle that is serviced regularly.
  • Check your tire pressure at least once a month. With under–inflated tires, your vehicle can use up to 3% more fuel.
  • Block heaters reduce air pollution by reducing the amount of fuel required to warm the engine. When it's below freezing, use a time to turn on your block heater for one to two hours before start–up.

Every litre of gasoline that your car burns produces 2.4 kilograms of CO2.




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