Similar Videos
Currently No Video Available
record highs. Other than leaving your car at home and taking a bus, how do
you cope with today's price of gas when you fill up at the gas pump? By
combining some simple gas saving tips, you can achieve savings of up to
20% on your gas bill. Let's look at the ways you can save money at the gas
pump every month.
1. Keep your car's air filter clean and replace it when it gets dirty. A
clogged or severely neglected air filter costs you 10% more in lost gas
mileage. An air filter does not cost much, so be sure to check it and
replace it regularly.
2. An annual vehicle tune-up is necessary for optimum gas mileage. Newer
cars are made to perform best when all electronic and mechanical parts are
working properly and to specifications. If one part malfunctions, a domino
effect can occur, and your gas mileage will suffer.
3. Check your car's tire pressure every month or so. Keep the tires inflated
to the manufacturer's recommended tire pressure at all times.
4. Drive slower. Most car engines are made to travel best at a constant
velocity. If you lower your speed on the highway from 70mph to 65mph, you
can save another 3-5% on your gas consumption.
5. Accelerate and brake slower. A car uses up to 18% more gas during
acceleration than when cruising a constant speed. Inversely, braking slower
will save momentum and gas also. Changing your driving habits is one of the
easy ways to save money on gas that you will see immediately at the pump.
6. Keep your windows rolled up, especially when you are on the highway.
Open windows produce 'drag and resistance' making your car work harder to
go the same distance.
7. Schedule your trips to get more done in less trips. The more trips you
make to go shopping add more to your monthly gas bill than you might be
aware of. By shopping for all your weekly groceries in one trip, the more
you can save in gas.
As you can see, by keeping your car in good repair, changing your driving
habits and scheduling your trips to your advantage will give you the edge at
the gas pumps every time you refill your car. Combine all these tips for
maximum savings and gas mileage on the road.
This article may be reprinted in full. The author's resource box and
hyperlink must remain intact.
Next Paragraph..
With over 20,000 authors and writers, we are a well known online resource and editorial services site in United Kingdom, Canada & America . Here, we cover all the major topics from self help guide to A Guide to Business, Guide to Finance, Ideas for Marketing, Legal Guide, Lettre De Motivation, Guide to Insurance, Guide to Health, Guide to Medical, Military Service, Guide to Women, Pet Guide, Politics and Policy , Guide to Technology, The Travel Guide, Information on Cars, Entertainment Guide, Family Guide to, Hobbies and Interests, Quality Home Improvement, Arts & Humanities and many more.