On that route, I could run the tank down pretty close because Is stayed on the highways and the major trucking routes and there were stations all over the place. So, we can assume while towing, on average, I will get roughly 10mpg.
On a recent trip from our home in Missouri, down to Beverly Beach Camptown in Flagler Beach, FL. In the car, I’m running that thing down to the wire because I know I can pop in anywhere, and I know the tank’s going to last me what it says it’s going to last me in terms of range. Start Looking Early – 1/2 Tank Type Early Unless you truly feel like sacrificing convenience for maybe $2-$5 here and there, I pass the same advice on to you. Truck stops and other stations right on the highway tend to charge more money, but I just do what I have to do to get in and out and keep on my journey. So, if it’s $0.10 less across the street, but I can’t fit in there easily, I’m going to spend the extra $3 to fill my truck up without stress. But, when I’m on the road with the 5er, I have to go where I can. When I’m driving around in our Hybrid Honda Accord, I can be as picky as I want on where we fill up. This also means sticking to interstates and major routes that are going to be more common semi routes, because they’re going to have facilities to accommodate big rigs. We’re towing a 41′ 5th wheel, so I quite literally can’t fill up at just any gas station. However, if you’re above 30′, it gets progressively harder. Just take it slow and keep your eyes peeled. It definitely can and will be tight at some, but you’ll probably be ok. If you’re pulling or driving a 30′ or smaller rig, odds are you’ll be ok in most gas stations. 3 Start Looking Early – 1/2 Tank Type Early.For the most part, it’s fine, because we can just ignore going in hard places, but you can’t ignore filling up 🙂 You don’t have as much range anxiety, but more importantly, you don’t consider the layout of the pumps and the parking lot.Īs soon as I picked up our 5th wheel I started noticing every little place that would be hard to get in and out of. Gas stations are one of those things you take for granted before you’re driving an RV. Usually we try to time those together, unless the kids need to stretch their legs. Pretty much the only stops are to eat and fill up the truck. We’re not taking scenic detours, or diverting through downtown just to see the skyscrapers, or anything like that. So, like most people, when we’re pulling, we’re on a mission to get to where we’re going. Especially when it comes to navigating congested areas or parking lots. But there’s no arguing that riding along in our car is a much easier drive. While I actually enjoy driving and road trips, I have to be honest here I don’t enjoy driving with a 5th wheel behind me. Melanie and I are in a good place not being tied down by work or business. For us, the kids are at a perfect age where they’re not tied down by anything. The experiences and memories we’re making with our family is incredible. I would say we love 95% of what comes with owning an RV.
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