Fuel Cost Calculator

Calculate fuel cost based on trip distance, fuel efficiency, and gas price

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Fuel Cost Calculator

This calculator can estimate fuel cost according to the distance of a trip, the fuel efficiency of the car, and the price of gas using various units.

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📊 Fuel Cost Results

This trip will require 50 liters of fuel, which amounts to a fuel cost of $150.

Efficiency Comparison

Trip Distance 500 km
Fuel Efficiency 10 L/100km
Fuel Price $3.00/liter

📚 Fuel Cost & Efficiency Tips

Use Public Transportation

Walking or biking does not consume fuel. Public transport alternatives like buses, trains, and trolleys are viable options for reducing fuel costs due to their communal nature.

Carpool

Also known as car sharing, carpooling is the arrangement between two or more people to travel to a shared destination in a single vehicle. Much more efficient than driving separate cars.

Use a Fuel Efficient Vehicle

Driving a smaller car makes a great difference – the fuel cost is about half for a small sedan than for a very large SUV. Choose an engine size appropriate for your needs.

Fuel Efficiency Tips

Vehicle Maintenance

  • Tune the engine: A properly tuned engine maximizes power and enhances fuel efficiency by up to 4%
  • Fix maintenance issues: A faulty oxygen sensor can improve mileage by up to 40%
  • Use correct motor oil: Using manufacturer's recommended grade improves mileage by 1-2%

Driving Habits

  • Adjust tires: Properly inflated tires reduce fuel consumption by up to 3%
  • Plan trips carefully: Calculate straight routes with fewer stops and diversions
  • Highway driving: Steady speed on highways maximizes fuel efficiency

Factors That Determine Fuel Price

Economic Factors

  • Government intervention: Taxation and subsidies affect consumer prices
  • Financial markets: Global oil prices (Brent, WTI) fluctuate constantly
  • Geographic area: Proximity to oil supplies affects regional fuel costs

External Factors

  • Politics: Leadership changes and international relations impact fuel policy
  • Natural disasters: Weather events can disrupt production and transportation
  • Supply and demand: Market forces determine regional fuel availability and pricing