Gas prices are soaring higher than ever. Everyone wants to know how to save money at the gas pump. So, it's wise to find out about how to use less. One thing is, don't bother buying expensive products that claim to save on gas. Instead, by following these simple tips, you can actually save quite a lot of gas money.
better gas mileage for your money. You would be surprised how much more gas is consumed
by a car, that needs some work. A simple tune up could make a substantial difference in your car's gas consumption. IIf you want to save money at the gas pump, try these tips.
The faster you drive, the more gas you use. Slow down and save gas.
Buy only the type of gas your car needs.
Unnecessary idling wastes fuel.
Keep your engine tuned. A non-tuned engine can increase fuel consumption
by as much as 10 to 20 percent.
Use overdrive gears during highway driving. This also is easier on your engine.
Use cruise control on highway trips.
Avoid unnecessary braking and acceleration. Tailgating is a huge gas guzzler! This tip alone can improve your fuel economy by 5 to 10 percent. Sudden starts and stops waste gas, not to mention the unpleasant ride for passengers.
Avoid carrying excess weight in your trunk. Remove whatever you don't need.
Make sure your tires are properly inflated and aligned. Check them once a month.
Under-inflated tires increases fuel consumption by six percent.
Change your oil.
Check and replace air filters regularly. Clogged filters can cause a 10 percent increase in fuel consumption.
Above all it must be stressed, don't buy expensive products that claim to save gas. The EPA has tested over 100 of these supposed gas saving products, and none of them were found to perform well. Some of the products can even damage your car. Be skeptical of advertising claims for gas saving devices.
Far wiser would be to just stick to the correct way of saving gas, and implement thr tips mentioned above.