Tue, August 13 2013

• Slow Down-One of the best ways to save gas is to reduce your speed. Try going the speed limit, versus the 10 mph over. You will be surprised how much fuel you will save.
• Check Tire Pressure-Under-inflated tires are the most commonly ignored causes for crummy MPG.
• Check the Air Filter-A dirty air filter restricts the air flow into the engine, which harms performance and economy.
• Accelerate with care-Accelerate moderately so the transmission can shift up into the higher gears. Keep an eye well down the road for potential slowdowns. If you accelerate to speed then have to brake quickly that’s wasted fuel.
• Hang with the trucks-Trucks roll along at a constant speed so roll with the big rigs. It takes much more fuel to get a vehicle moving than it does to keep it moving.
• Get Back to Nature-Consider shutting off the AC .  Open up the windows and enjoy the breeze going at a slower speed. However, the AC may be more efficient it you travel at higher speeds due to the wind resistance from the open windows.
• Back off the Bling-New wheels and tires make look cool but if they are wider than the stock tire they create more rolling resistance and decrease fuel economy.
• Clean out your Car-The extra weight you carry around will definitely make your car use more fuel.
• Downsize or Hybridize-If you are shopping for a new car you may want to go with a smaller vehicle or go with a hybrid. They are more fuel efficient.
• Don’t Drive- Take the train, car pool and consolidate your shopping trips. Walking and biking are good for your health and your wallet. 

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