EPS Fuel Saver

As petrol price increased to RM1.62 in 2005, along the increased in toll rates, it didn't take long to feel the impact on these increases on my pocket. At that time my car was fetching about averagely 12.5km/l in fuel consumption, which was fairly efficient. And RM50 was usually enough to last me up to 500km which can easily cover up to 4 to 5 days of travelling.

I knew petrol price would continue to rise due to the prolonged oil crisis issue, I reckon it was wise to seek out for devices that can help improve my car's fuel efficiency. While pursuing this task, I had to be look for something that doesn't require much alteration to my car, as I didn't want to void the warranty.

It didn't take me long to source for one, as many stores were displaying their fuel saving products as it was a hot topic during that time. ACE Hardware in Mid-Valley was displaying their fuel saver product at their store entrance. The product cost RM238 and it is supposed to be mounted onto a fuel line tube and no further maintenance required. It sounds really good and simple.

The product had good review by NST reporter. I thought it should work for my car, as this product was tested on many popular models that runs on fuel injection. According to the test it can improve averagely by 15% of fuel savings. I reasoned in my mind that if I can reap half the benefit, I would be able to recover the cost within a year's time. I purchased it.

After I installed it at the fuel line, I noticed my idle engine speed increased by about 500 to 700 rpm. I had to recalibrate the throttle in order to re-adjust the idle speed to the recommended speed. The improvements enable me to run additional 40km per full tank, that makes out a 8% increased in fuel efficiency. I was satisfied with the result.

The thing that baffles me is that if this works, then why didn't OEM car makers incorporate this devices into their cars? Well I don't really have the answer at the moment. However I suspect that since there is no incentives for OEM manufacturers to install such device therefore excluding this device won't harm their profits and sales revenue.

Anyway if you wish to learn how this product works, you may visit http://www.ep-systems.co.uk/fs/fsfaq.htm