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Drive the Speed Limit
Speeding tickets are costly.
Plus, speeding wastes gas and costs you money. Gas
mileage is lower when you travel faster than 60
mph.
Maintain a constant
speed
Lots of accelerating and braking
will guzzle your gas and empty your wallet. If you have cruise
control, use it as much as possible.
Keep up on Vehicle
Maintenance
Well maintained cars get better
gas mileage so you'll save by servicing your car according to
schedule. Not to mention your car will last longer and be less
likely to break down.
Maintain the Correct Tire
Pressure
Low tire pressure reduces your
gas mileage. Check the pressure and have your tires
rotated regularly.
Buy Gas in the Morning
Gasoline expands and contracts
according to temperature. If you buy gas when it's hotter
outside you will be paying for less gas and more
air.
Reduce the Weight Your Car has to
Bear
The more weight your car has to
carry, the more gas it will guzzle. Clear your trunk of golf
clubs, bowling balls, books, etc. when you don't need them.
Also, scrape all the snow and ice off your car in the winter.
They are surprisingly heavy.
Monitor Gas Prices
Gas prices are fluctuating like
crazy. If you're on E and the prices are in the high range,
just get $5.00 worth. Fill up when gas prices are in the low
range.
Use The Air Conditioner
Sparingly
Only turn on the AC when it's too hot to drive with the
windows down. The AC system burns extra gas. Exception: When traveling at
high speeds, keep the windows up to reduce wind
resistance.
Take Advantage of Rewards
Programs
There are a lot
of rewards programs that reduce your fuel costs or help you
get free stuff. For example, Speedway gives rewards for
Speedy Card holders and free gas when you accumulate a certain
number of points. Kroger also has a gas savings advantage with
the Plus Card. Many credit card issuers have attractive
rewards programs than can earn you free gas, merchandise, and
gift cards.
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