Does Traffic Really Affect Car Mileage? Here’s What You Need to Know
With increasing congestion in Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Pune, the question often arises: Does traffic impact fuel efficiency? The answer is yes. Urban driving conditions, particularly during peak hours, reduce a vehicle’s mileage compared to highway driving. Here’s a breakdown of why that happens and what drivers need to keep in mind. How Traffic Lowers Mileage In ideal conditions, such as driving at 60 to 80 km/h on an open highway, your car burns fuel efficiently. But in city traffic, where you are constantly braking, idling, and…
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