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Other than the last minute gift shopping, everyone probably already has made plans about the coming holidays. Some of you will be hosting guests, while others will be visiting family and friends. 

Of course the safety is the first, but also think about the environment. As you are aware that cars on the road are the major contributors to the greenhouse gases. So, try to make sure your trip this year is as green as possible. 

Here are the top 10 eco-friendly driving tips that will help you achieve the goal: 

1. Make sure your tires have appropriate air.
2. Try to travel light with only necessary things.
3. Make sure your speed limit matches to the recommended speed signs. Avoid over speeding (this will also increase your safety and reduce chances of getting speeding tickets).
4. Accelerate and brake as smoothly as possible.
5. Close windows when travelling at high speed.
6. Minimize the use of heating and air conditioning whenever it is possible.
7. Plan timings for your trip to avoid traffic.
8. Choose the right kind of oil that your car needs.
9. Make sure the engine light or any other indicators are not ON. Have the mechanic check your car before your long trip to make sure everything is working efficiently.
10. Turn off your engine if you know you will be sitting idle for a longer period. The recommendation is to shut off engine if the wait is going to be longer than 10 seconds.

 Happy Holidays!