Gas Mileage Calculator
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Gas Mileage Calculator
Your Vehicle's Gas Mileage Is:
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Miles Per Gallon (MPG)
Understanding Gas Mileage (MPG)
Gas mileage, commonly expressed as Miles Per Gallon (MPG), is a crucial metric for understanding a vehicle's fuel efficiency. It quantifies how far a vehicle can travel on a single gallon of fuel. A higher MPG value indicates better fuel economy, meaning the vehicle uses less fuel to cover the same distance, which translates to lower operating costs and reduced environmental impact.
How is Gas Mileage Calculated?
The calculation for gas mileage is straightforward and based on the fundamental relationship between distance, fuel consumed, and efficiency. The formula is:
MPG = Total Distance Traveled / Total Fuel Consumed
In this calculator:
- Distance Traveled: This is the total number of miles your vehicle has covered since the last measurement.
- Fuel Consumed: This is the total amount of fuel (in gallons) that was added to your vehicle's tank to cover that distance.
By dividing the distance by the fuel used, you get the number of miles your vehicle can travel on one gallon of gas.
Example Calculation:
Let's say you recently drove your car and filled up your tank. You note that you traveled 350 miles and it took 12 gallons of fuel to refill the tank completely.
Using the formula:
MPG = 350 miles / 12 gallons
MPG = 29.17
Therefore, your vehicle's gas mileage in this instance is approximately 29.17 MPG.
Why Track Your Gas Mileage?
- Cost Savings: Monitoring MPG helps you identify inefficient driving habits or potential mechanical issues that might be increasing your fuel expenses.
- Vehicle Health: A sudden drop in MPG can be an early indicator of problems such as underinflated tires, engine trouble, or faulty sensors.
- Environmental Impact: Better fuel efficiency means lower emissions, contributing to a healthier planet.
- Informed Decisions: Understanding your car's real-world MPG can help when comparing vehicles or planning long trips.
Regularly tracking your gas mileage is a simple yet effective way to manage your vehicle's running costs and ensure it operates at peak efficiency.
function calculateGasMileage() {
var distanceInput = document.getElementById("distanceTraveled");
var fuelInput = document.getElementById("fuelConsumed");
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var gasMileageResult = document.getElementById("gasMileageResult");
var distance = parseFloat(distanceInput.value);
var fuel = parseFloat(fuelInput.value);
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gasMileageResult.textContent = "Invalid Input";
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return;
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var mpg = distance / fuel;
// Display the result
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