Acceleration:

Don’t do what that popular TV commercial suggests you to do... “Zoom zoom zoom.” During acceleration, your vehicle literally becomes a gas hog. A tremendous amount of energy is required get your vehicle to speed. Ever try pushing your car? Every time you accelerate, you’re using as much energy as turning on over 600 light bulbs, that’s about 30,000 watts. By accelerating modestly and safely, your engine will last longer and burn fuel more efficiently. Keep your accel score high and you’ll feel it less at the pump.