Save Money on Gas
What you can do to pay less at the pumps
by Jennifer Flood
With the rising price of gasoline, drivers must learn to stretch each gallon of gas across the miles. Following these maintenance and driving tips can help you put less money in your gas tank and keep more in your wallet:
- Don't waste gas driving around looking for the best price. Go to www.gasbuddy.com where you can follow a link to find cheapest gas prices in your area.
- If the manufacturer doesn't recommend premium fuel for your car, use regular to save money.
- Keep your vehicle properly maintained by keeping your tires properly inflated, keeping the engine tuned up, changing the oil as recommended and replacing clogged air filters.
- There is a reason, beyond safety, that speed limits have been set. Gas mileage decreases over 60 mph. Use your cruise control to maintain the speed limit.
- Starting a car uses the same amount of fuel as idling for a minute, so if you are going to be stopped for more than a minute turn your car off.
- Know what errands you need to do ahead of time and plan to do them in one trip. Plan out your route to drive the fewest miles possible.
- The heavier your vehicle is the worse gas mileage it will get. This means clean out your trunk and remove any unneeded racks from your roof.
- The AC puts more strain on the engine, which then uses more gas to function. Use the AC to cool the car down and then use the fan to circulate the cool air in your car.
- Go slow on starts and stops. Slowing down gradually when approaching a red light may help you avoid having to stop. Accelerating slowly from a stop will not use as much gas.
- Buy gas during the coolest part of the day. Gas expands when warm, making the volume per gallon less than when cool. Denser gas gives you more gas for your dollar.
By stretching each gallon of gas you use, you save yourself money and help the environment. Put in a little effort so you can put in a little less time and money at the pumps.
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