Lately gas prices have been rising, for the average household saving money on gas is an essentials part of their monthly overall budget. There are different ways to save money on gas, these are some of the ways the we have have learned to save money on gas.
Tip 1. Slow Down: Achieve your car optimal fuel economy by keeping your speed at 55 MPH. DO NOT drive above 80 MPH because your car will need to burn unnecessary fuel to maintain that speed. Save up to 15%.
Tip 2. Maintain: Check your car’s tire pressure and fluid levels. Keep tire air pressure at recommended manufacturer PSI. Check all car fluid level requirements and your make sure your car air filter is clean. Save up to 10%.
Tip 3. Keep it Light: Avoid unnecessary items from the vehicle to reduce weight. As a guide you should only keep the spare tire in the trunk. Save up to 15%
Tip 4. DO NOT accelerate or brake hard. Anticipate your traffic by accelerating under 2000 RPMs per gear. Apply moderate pressure on the break pedal and only use it come to a complete stop . Save up to 20%
Tip 5. Use A.C Sparkling & Keep Windows close. Avoid extra pressure on the engine by using your A.C only when required. At speeds above 50 MPH keep your windows close to decrease drag on the engine. Save up to 30%
I guess one of the most important tips would be, if you are fortunate to live withing walking distance of your local grocery or pharmacy stores make it a nice walking trip you will save money and get some fresh air. 🙂