Are traffic jams and short trips in Pakistani cities contributing to poor fuel economy in Changan Kalam?

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Are traffic jams and short trips in Pakistani cities contributing to poor fuel economy in Changan Kalam?

Frequent stop-and-go driving consumes more fuel. Is this a major factor behind low average in urban areas?

Sandeep asked on 24 Jun 2025 18:04:48 pm

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Car Mechanic Expert - on 24 Jun 2025 18:07:26 pm

Absolutely. In urban driving, engines spend more time:

Idling

Starting and stopping

Never reaching optimal temperature

This results in:

Poor combustion efficiency

Short trips consuming more fuel per km

Higher engine wear over time

So, even careful driving doesnt help much in dense urban traffic — it’s a major reason for low fuel averages.