Save on Gas
21. Get rid of the gas guzzler.
Gas is already expensive and it
could only become moreso. In addition, gas is a finite resource. No one really knows how much oil is left in the world, and countries like China
and India are emerging as huge users of this commodity. For yourself and posterity it is wise to begin now to cut back on its use. If at all
possible buy a fuel-efficient car. Most people do not need gas-guzzling SUV's or cars with big V-8 engines. Consider a hybrid or a compact car
like a Toyota Corolla. If you must drive to work, all you really need is something to get you from point A to point B.
22. Slow down.
Try to keep your high speed between 40mph and
55mph. Speeds above 55mph can decrease your gas mileage by more than 20% due to wind resistance.
23. Avoid jack-rabbit starts.
Quick acceleration from a standing stop
is a real strain on the engine and burns fuel at an extremely wasteful rate. In rush hour traffic, leave enough space between you and the car in
front of you so that you can keep your car in motion, Even if you're travelling at 5mph, it's better than stop-and-go
driving.
24. Drive at a steady rate of speed.
Slowing down and speeding
up wastes fuel. Also, avoid tailgating since you never know what the car in front of you is going to do, and it usually results in erratic
driving.
25. Close the windows on the freeway.
Driving with the windows
down at higher speeds causes a lot of drag, and can reduce your mileage by as much as 10%.
26. Carpool.
Yes, there are a million excuses for not
carpooling, most of which are quite feeble. Take a look at the number of vehicles that have only one person in it. Then consider if
everyone simply doubled up how many cars would be eliminated from the road. Certainly the rush hour commute could easily be cut in half, and your
gas bill would experience the same savings. Better yet, take public transportation and really rack up the savings.
27. Consolidate your errands.
Organize your day of errands
so you get as much done as possible in one trip. Try to stay in the same geographical area to avoid excess
driving.
28. Get regular tune-ups.
A properly tuned
car is a more fuel-efficient car.
29. Shop for gas.
The price of gas can vary by as much as
$0.20 per gallon. Shop for the lowest priced gas within a three-mile radius of your home or work.
30. Check tires and alignment.
Due to less friction, radial
tires help conserve fuel. Make sure the tire pressure is always kept at manufacturer's recommende PSI. Keep wheels aligned for better tire life
and better mileage.
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