Will a Tuner or Programmer Improve Fuel Economy on a 2008 Ford F-150
Question:
Will this improve my fuel mileage? I am currently getting 14 to 15 MPG, and need to find a way to improve that!
asked by: Jay
Expert Reply:
The Edge Evolution Programmer, # EP59YR, can help improve your fuel mileage, however, there are many factors that affect fuel economy. I would also like to mention that fuel mileage gains are typically quite minimal with tuners and programmers, usually 1-2 mpg, especially with gas vehicles.
Most tuners and programmers are designed to improve the performance and efficiency of the engine. One result of improved engine performance is better fuel economy, but driving habits have a big influence on fuel economy as well. One note to keep in mind is that your fuel economy dramatically decreases when driving over 60 mph. Accelerating and braking hard also have negative effects on fuel economy.
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Edge Gas Evolution CTS3 Performance Tuner - Color Screen
- Performance Chip
- Performance Tuners
- With Monitor
- Color Touch Screen
- No - Not California Approved
- Evolution
- Edge
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