Here Are Some Tips To Save Gas
April 26th, 2008
With the ever increasing cost of gas, we can all use a few tips to save gas. Here are a few things you can start doing right now to help out.
Savings of upwards of 20% are not unheard of if you just take an active role in managing your gas.
Or, the other way to look at it, would be that you can increase your gas mileage by 20%. Sounds far fetched? Not really. It is more possible than ever these days.
Today, you can begin by just slowing down. When you drive the speed limit, you are already saving gas. Plus, you really do not get anywhere that much faster, and it is safer. So, I guess there could be 3 reasons for this one.
Second, make sure the gas cap is on tight. If it is loose, you will end up with too much oxygen in the tank, which will cause more gas to be left over after the engine uses it. This is a real simple fix. Just make sure the gas cap is on pretty tight after each fill up. I always ensure my cap clicks once.
Third, put some air in your tires. Your car or truck tires are designed to operate at an optimal air pressure. You can find this air pressure rating on the side of the tire. At least once a month, you should check the air pressure in the tires, and ensure it is filled up to the designed air pressure. This saves wear on the tires, and also keeps the car going straight. Which means, the car does not need to work as hard to keep it straight, which means less gas.
The most uninformed habit out there by millions is buying super unleaded fuel. There is no need in this. I really don’t care what the car manuals tell you, your car runs just as efficiently on regular unleaded as it does super unleaded. This change alone will save you 5-6% in gas.
These are just a few of the things you can start doing to save gas or increase your gas mileage. There are many more tips to save gas out there. I would suggest looking for and implementing as many of them as you can. The gas prices will only keep increasing.
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