Caring for the environment is already a concern for society as a whole.

Environmental awareness has also spread to transportation, one of the most polluting sectors.

The term sustainable driving was born in Sweden at the end of the last century and spread to other countries during the first decade of the 21st century.

Sustainable driving is understood as a way of driving that seeks to save as much fuel as possible and reduce CO2 emissions.

Some actions that can be taken are to drive at a constant average speed or to use the highest gear possible.

Sustainable driving offers the following advantages:

• Improves driving comfort and reduces stress.
• Fuel savings.
• Pollution reduction.
• Increased road safety.

Tips for sustainable driving

• Avoid accelerating and braking as fuel consumption increases considerably.
• Maintain an adequate distance.
• Lift your foot off the accelerator when descending slopes.
• Anticipate and do not brake on curves.
• In heavy traffic, shift to the highest gear to avoid acceleration.
• Safety over consumption when overtaking or merging.

Elements that increase consumption

• Air conditioning or climate control, it is advisable to maintain the temperature between 21 and 22 °C.
• Driving with the windows down.
• Vehicle maintenance.
• Engine diagnostics.
• Control of levels and filters.
• Tire pressure control.
• Poor load distribution.
• Placement of loading accessories such as boxes or bicycle racks.

People interested in obtaining more information related to the environment will be able to achieve their goal with the Master in Environmental Management and Audits offered by the International Iberoamerican University (UNIB) in Puerto Rico.

Source: SUSTAINABLE DRIVING: TIPS AND ACTIONS YOU CAN PUT INTO PRACTICE

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