Will petrol and diesel prices finally come down after months of pain at the pump? As global crude prices slide towards $71 a barrel, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has dropped a major hint. Scroll down to find out what he said.

When will petrol and diesel get cheaper in India? Modi government's petroleum minister Hardeep Puri drops BIG HINT

Under-inflated tyres increase rolling resistance and force the engine to work harder. Maintaining correct tyre pressure saves fuel, cuts daily petrol costs, and prevents rapid tread wear.

Does keeping your tires perfectly inflated actually save you fuel?

Running the AC forces the engine to work harder, cutting fuel economy by up to 10 per cent. However, at highway speeds, using the AC is much more efficient than the aerodynamic drag from open windows.

Does driving with the AC on waste too much fuel?

Wider tyres increase rolling resistance and aerodynamic drag, leading to a 1 to 3 per cent drop in fuel economy. For EVs, the range can decrease by 10 per cent. 

Do wider tires decrease fuel mileage?

Roof racks increase aerodynamic drag, cutting mileage by up to 25 per cent at high speeds. Extra weight also forces engines to work harder. Removing unused racks and clearing your boot can significantly reduce daily fuel costs.


Does extra weight and roof racks reduce a car’s mileage?

Running your car's air conditioning consumes between 0.2 and 0.8 litres of fuel per hour, increasing your overall petrol or diesel consumption by up to 10 per cent.


How much fuel does a car AC use in 1 hour?

Modern cars use EVAP systems to trap fuel vapours, meaning parking in the sun does not cause petrol evaporation. However, shaded parking keeps the cabin cool, reducing the need for heavy air conditioning and ultimately saving fuel.

Does parking in the shade prevent fuel evaporation in the summer?

Heavy rain increases fuel consumption by up to 20 per cent due to high rolling resistance, extra electrical loads, and drag. Wet roads force your engine to work harder and burn more fuel.

Does driving in heavy rain consume more fuel?

India has finally ended its long fuel price freeze. After holding the line for nearly four years, petrol and diesel prices have been hiked by ₹3 per litre. But this is not a routine revision, so what really forced India’s hand now? WION Explains

Why did India hike petrol, diesel prices after 4 years of near-stability? Inside the sudden Rs 3 fuel shock | WION Explains

India’s ₹3 fuel hike has sparked backlash, but the BJP argues that compared with the global fuel shock unleashed by the Iran war and Hormuz disruption, India’s increase is relatively small. How much of the world is already paying? Let’s break down the global context.

How does India's petrol, diesel price hike compare to global rates? BJP provides 'context' | In Pics

India fuel prices hiked: India’s fuel prices have jumped sharply, with petrol and diesel both up by Rs 3 per litre, putting fresh pressure on consumers even as the government insists there is no shortage. Scroll down.