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.

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?

Switching off your engine for stops longer than 10 seconds saves petrol. Modern fuel injection uses minimal fuel to restart, eliminating idling waste and cutting daily costs.

Switching off your engine for stops longer than 10 seconds saves petrol. Modern fuel injection uses minimal fuel to restart, eliminating idling waste and cutting daily costs.

'Idling vs. restarting': Does turning your engine off at red lights really save 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.

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?

Neglecting regular vehicle maintenance increases mechanical friction and reduces combustion efficiency. This leads to severe fuel loss, turning minor skipped services into massive petrol costs.

Neglecting regular vehicle maintenance increases mechanical friction and reduces combustion efficiency. This leads to severe fuel loss, turning minor skipped services into massive petrol costs.

Does skipping regular car services slowly destroy your fuel economy?

April 2026 retail inflation hit 3.48 per cent. Silver surged 144.34 per cent, while everyday items like coconut, tomatoes, and personal care goods recorded steep double-digit price jumps in the latest index.

April 2026 retail inflation hit 3.48 per cent. Silver surged 144.34 per cent, while everyday items like coconut, tomatoes, and personal care goods recorded steep double-digit price jumps in the latest index.

‘The inflation basket’: Which daily items have seen the biggest price jumps in 2026?

A well-maintained engine can improve your car's fuel efficiency by up to 20 per cent, proving that routine servicing is a direct investment in lower daily running costs.

A well-maintained engine can improve your car's fuel efficiency by up to 20 per cent, proving that routine servicing is a direct investment in lower daily running costs.

Does regular servicing actually improve your car’s fuel economy?

Turning off your car radio and headlights technically saves fuel, but the amount is negligible. Headlights reduce efficiency by just one per cent, while the stereo draws minimal power.

Turning off your car radio and headlights technically saves fuel, but the amount is negligible. Headlights reduce efficiency by just one per cent, while the stereo draws minimal power.

Does turning off the radio and headlights actually save fuel?

Charging a phone and using Bluetooth draws under 20 watts of power from the car alternator. This negligible electrical load reduces fuel efficiency by less than 0.05 per cent, costing barely a fraction of a Rupee over thousands of kilometres.


Charging a phone and using Bluetooth draws under 20 watts of power from the car alternator. This negligible electrical load reduces fuel efficiency by less than 0.05 per cent, costing barely a fraction of a Rupee over thousands of kilometres.

Does charging your phone and using your car’s Bluetooth waste fuel?

A full tank adds extra weight, slightly reducing your mileage. However, keeping fuel above the halfway mark prevents costly fuel pump overheating and stops internal moisture condensation.

A full tank adds extra weight, slightly reducing your mileage. However, keeping fuel above the halfway mark prevents costly fuel pump overheating and stops internal moisture condensation.

‘Half-tank rule’: Does keeping your fuel tank full improve mileage?

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.

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.

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?

Using car air conditioning reduces fuel economy by up to 10 per cent. At highway speeds, the AC is more efficient than the aerodynamic drag caused by open windows. City driving favours open windows.

Using car air conditioning reduces fuel economy by up to 10 per cent. At highway speeds, the AC is more efficient than the aerodynamic drag caused by open windows. City driving favours open windows.

Does driving with the AC on actually ruin your mileage?

A report claiming the Indian government was considering a tax or cess on foreign travel was retracted by CNBC-TV18 on Friday (May 15) after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a rare move, personally intervened on X to call it "totally false". The rare rebuttal by a sitting prime minister prompted the channel to unambiguously post a correction: "Our story on government considering tax/cess on foreign travel is not accurate. We withdraw the story and regret the error."<h2>What was the issue?</h2>The original CNBC-TV18 report, citing unnamed sources, claimed that a proposal to levy a cess, tax or surcharge on foreign travel was being discussed "at the highest levels" of the government. It said any such levy would flow directly to the Centre and fall outside the divisible pool shared with states. The report linked the proposal to the fiscal strain caused by the ongoing West Asia conflict, framing it as a temporary, one-year measure to cushion the impact of rising crude oil and import costs. The report was posted without a response from the Finance Ministry.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/why-did-india-hike-petrol-diesel-prices-after-4-years-of-near-stability-inside-the-sudden-rs-3-fuel-shock-wion-explains-1778817002605">Why did India hike petrol, diesel prices after 4 years of near-stability? Inside the sudden Rs 3 fuel shock | WION Explains</a>Modi's response, a fact check, was swift and categorical. "This is totally false. Not an iota of truth in this. There is no question of putting such restrictions on foreign travel," he wrote on X. "We remain committed to improving 'Ease of Doing Business' and 'Ease of Living' for our people."

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">This is totally false. Not an iota of truth in this. There is no question of putting such restrictions on foreign travel. We remain committed to improving ‘Ease of Doing Business’ and ‘Ease of Living’ for our people. <a href="https://t.co/9lxjbxz0nV">https://t.co/9lxjbxz0nV</a>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/2055322807769403810?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>PM Modi's appeal to Indians</h2>This comes at a sensitive time, as the GOI on 15 May 2026 increased the price of Petrol and Diesel across the country by Rs 3/litre. The government has been pushing a broader austerity message in recent weeks, with Modi himself urging citizens to reduce non-essential foreign travel, cut back on gold purchases and conserve foreign exchange reserves amid economic pressure from the global energy crisis triggered by the US-Iran war. He also recommended work from home (WFH), following which multiple states have issued WFH advisories.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/how-does-india-s-petrol-diesel-price-hike-compare-to-global-rates-bjp-provides-context-pakistan-uae-nepal-us-strait-of-hormuz-iran-war-saudi-trump-1778826519390">How does India's petrol, diesel price hike compare to global rates? BJP provides 'context' | In Pics</a>&nbsp;

A report claiming India was weighing a foreign travel tax has completely collapsed after PM Modi personally fact-checked it, prompting CNBC-TV18 to retract it. In a rare intervention, Modi publicly shut down speculation at a moment when fuel hikes had triggered panic. Scroll down.

A report claiming the Indian government was considering a tax or cess on foreign travel was retracted by CNBC-TV18 on Friday (May 15) after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a rare move, personally intervened on X to call it "totally false". The rare rebuttal by a sitting prime minister prompted the channel to unambiguously post a correction: "Our story on government considering tax/cess on foreign travel is not accurate. We withdraw the story and regret the error." What was the issue? The original CNBC-TV18 report, citing unnamed sources, claimed that a proposal to levy a cess, tax or surcharge on foreign travel was being discussed "at the highest levels" of the government. It said any such levy would flow directly to the Centre and fall outside the divisible pool shared with states. The report linked the proposal to the fiscal strain caused by the ongoing West Asia conflict, framing it as a temporary, one-year measure to cushion the impact of rising crude oil and import costs. The report was posted without a response from the Finance Ministry. Also read | Why did India hike petrol, diesel prices after 4 years of near-stability? Inside the sudden Rs 3 fuel shock | WION Explains Modi's response, a fact check, was swift and categorical. "This is totally false. Not an iota of truth in this. There is no question of putting such restrictions on foreign travel," he wrote on X. "We remain committed to improving 'Ease of Doing Business' and 'Ease of Living' for our people."

A report claiming India was weighing a foreign travel tax has completely collapsed after PM Modi personally fact-checked it, prompting CNBC-TV18 to retract it. In a rare intervention, Modi publicly shut down speculation at a moment when fuel hikes had triggered panic. Scroll down.

Media house forced to delete story after PM Modi fact-checks misleading report on X: 'Totally false'

In a significant display of "leading by example," Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and the Chief Ministers of Bihar, Andhra Pradesh, and Haryana have announced a drastic reduction in their official motorcades. This move comes as the central government intensifies its nationwide fuel conservation drive following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent call for austerity measures, including work-from-home (WFH) transitions, to combat the ongoing energy crunch.&nbsp;Leading the charge, Speaker Om Birla has reportedly cut his security convoy by half for all non-essential travel within the capital. Reports suggest that the move is intended to signal a "new culture of conservation" within the corridors of power.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pm-modi-calls-for-wfh-amid-fuel-crisis-but-can-your-company-say-no-here-s-what-the-law-says-1778768411278">PM Modi calls for WFH amid fuel crisis. But can your company say no?</a>&nbsp;<h2>In the states, the response has been swift:</h2><ul><li>Andhra Pradesh: Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, known for his tech-forward and efficiency-driven governance, has directed that his convoy be restricted to a bare minimum of four vehicles for city travel. Naidu has also mandated the use of electric vehicles (EVs) for all senior bureaucrats in the Amaravati region.</li><li>Bihar: According to reports, the Bihar government has issued a circular stating that the CM’s convoy will see a 40% reduction in vehicle count, prioritising security over ceremony.</li><li>Haryana: Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has gone a step further, announcing that he will use a single SUV for commutes between Chandigarh and his local engagements. Saini has urged his cabinet colleagues to follow suit, aiming for a 30% reduction in the state’s official fuel expenditure.</li></ul>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-government-work-from-home-fuel-saving-measures-1778756615414">Delhi announces mandatory 2-day WFH, suspend all non-essential foreign travel for government employees</a>&nbsp;This move by high-ranking constitutional authorities and state heads is being viewed as a direct reinforcement of PM Modi’s strategy to conserve energy. Just days ago, the PMO suggested that private and public sectors adopt hybrid work models to reduce the load on the country’s fuel reserves.

High-profile leaders including Om Birla and the CMs of Bihar, Andhra, and Haryana have slashed their official convoys to support PM Modi’s fuel savings push.

In a significant display of "leading by example," Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and the Chief Ministers of Bihar, Andhra Pradesh, and Haryana have announced a drastic reduction in their official motorcades. This move comes as the central government intensifies its nationwide fuel conservation drive following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent call for austerity measures, including work-from-home (WFH) transitions, to combat the ongoing energy crunch. Leading the charge, Speaker Om Birla has reportedly cut his security convoy by half for all non-essential travel within the capital. Reports suggest that the move is intended to signal a "new culture of conservation" within the corridors of power. Also read: PM Modi calls for WFH amid fuel crisis. But can your company say no? In the states, the response has been swift: Andhra Pradesh: Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, known for his tech-forward and efficiency-driven governance, has directed that his convoy be restricted to a bare minimum of four vehicles for city travel. Naidu has also mandated the use of electric vehicles (EVs) for all senior bureaucrats in the Amaravati region. Bihar: According to reports, the Bihar government has issued a circular stating that the CM’s convoy will see a 40% reduction in vehicle count, prioritising security over ceremony. Haryana: Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has gone a step further, announcing that he will use a single SUV for commutes between Chandigarh and his local engagements. Saini has urged his cabinet colleagues to follow suit, aiming for a 30% reduction in the state’s official fuel expenditure. Also read: Delhi announces mandatory 2-day WFH, suspend all non-essential foreign travel for government employees This move by high-ranking constitutional authorities and state heads is being viewed as a direct reinforcement of PM Modi’s strategy to conserve energy. Just days ago, the PMO suggested that private and public sectors adopt hybrid work models to reduce the load on the country’s fuel reserves.

High-profile leaders including Om Birla and the CMs of Bihar, Andhra, and Haryana have slashed their official convoys to support PM Modi’s fuel savings push.

From convoys to conservation: Om Birla and CMs lead India’s charge against fuel crisis