What are the reasons for a car consuming excessive fuel?

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ErinLynn
07/29/25 7:42pm
There are various reasons for a car consuming excessive fuel. Below is relevant information about high fuel consumption in cars: Poor driving habits: sudden acceleration, sudden braking, coasting in neutral, and mismatched speed and gear. Carbon buildup and electronic control system malfunctions: carbon deposits on the throttle body, idle valve, and fuel injectors, as well as inaccurate signals from the oxygen sensor, intake pressure sensor, and coolant temperature sensor. Lack of timely vehicle maintenance: failure to replace air filters, fuel filters, spark plugs, and clutch plates on time can also lead to increased fuel consumption. Methods to check for causes: inspect whether tire pressure meets the standard, the degree of tire wear, whether the wheels rotate normally, and the condition of bearings and the braking system.
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