Safe and Economical Driving
Why does a vehicle consume more fuel driving in the city than on the open road, despite going slower?
- A Because city streets have worse asphalt
- ✓ Because of frequent stops, starts, and speed changes
- C Because it is hotter in the city
- D Because the air is denser in the city
Why this is the correct answer
In the city, consumption is higher because of traffic jams, frequent stops and starts, and continuous speed changes, which make the engine work harder.
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