Projects:

• Saudi Arabia Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standard.
• Fuel Economy Labeling Requirements for New Light Duty Vehicles .

Findings:

• 19.2% improvement in new fleet’s fuel economy, since the beginning of the fuel economy standard
• 26% increase in the number of vehicles registered as “excellent” and above

Projects:

•  Implement the first phase of the tires EE  requirements in November 2015
• Implement  the second phase of the the requirements in November 2019, and the second phase of the heavy-duty vehicles tires in November 2020, where these phases are including higher EE requirements

Findings:

• The number of the high efficient tires registered (tires within the green range) have increased by more than 65%.

Pre-purchase  instructions:

• For each class of vehicles, there are high and low fuel-efficient vehicles. Therefore, make sure to buy vehicles with the highest fuel economy level by looking at the fuel economy label.
• Make sure to purchase highly fuel-efficient tyres by viewing the tires energy efficiency label .
• Make sure to choose the tyre size as recommended by the vehicle’s manufacturer.

Post-purchase instructions:

• Periodic maintenance of the vehicle and adherence to the maintenance schedule indicated in the vehicle owner’s manual improves the fuel efficiency.
• Using the engine oil recommended by manufacturer can reduce fuel consumption by 2%;
• Marinating the tyre air pressure as recommended by the vehicle’s manufacturer can preserve the lifetime of tyres, improve safety, and reduce fuel consumption.
• Make sure to balance the tires periodically, because this reduces fuel consumption and extends the life of the tire as it reduces the friction of the tire with the road.
• Make sure you are using the correct fuel grade. Use the fuel recommended in your vehicle owner's manual to get the best performance for your vehicle.