Study on the classification of actions aimed to reduce the fuel consumption of road vehicles in service

Abstract

Abstract This paper addresses the major global problem of reducing fuel consumption in the transport sector. The authors present the results of a study on the use of a quality management tool - tree diagram. The actions aimed at reducing the fuel consumption of the road vehicles in operation have been identified and classified. A three-level tree diagram was developed to answer the question: How can fuel consumption be reduced? The chart provides a complete and suggestive picture of the actions to be taken to solve the proposed problem. The actions have been grouped into three corresponding categories for three specific objectives: the acquisition of a vehicle suitable for the needs; proper use of the vehicle (eco-driving); proper maintenance. The authors of the paper believe that the tree diagram obtained is a good tool for informing and raising the driver’s awareness of his role in reducing fuel consumption.