The Effect of Ecodrive Program in Simulated and Real-World Driving Modes on the Fuel Economy of Manila Drivers

Ecodrive or Ecodriving technique is a prearranged driving style that drivers can use to optimize vehicle fuel economy and reduce CO2 emissions in the environment. This study investigates the effects of the Ecodrive program of candidate drivers in Manila. It particularly compares the resulting engine power, fuel consumption flow rate, fuel economy and speed values during normal driving and Ecodriving conditions alongside the driving mode operations: cruise, deceleration, acceleration and idling. This study also enumerates in detail the outcome of the training day and real-world driving conditions of the thirty drivers. The study has successfully demonstrated that Ecodriving significantly affected driver’s driving operations and fuel consumption values. The results of the study revealed that Ecodriving improved driver’s driving operations during the training day and the real-world driving condition.