Look for the Cheapest Price
When you have to fill your gas tank, go to a gas station that charges the lowest price per gallon. Find a gas station near you with the help of an app like GasBuddy.
Drive, Don’t Wait
After starting your car, don’t hesitate to put it in gear and drive after 30 seconds. It’s unnecessary to warm up your engine if your vehicle is relatively new. Once your car is moving, it will warm up fast.
Don’t be Heavy on the Pedal
When you are out and about in your car, refrain from driving faster than the marked speed limit. Fast acceleration causes strain on your car engine, burning more fuel than necessary. Instead, go slower to keep your gas cost down and take your foot off the gas pedal when you approach a stop sign or a red light. Also, try to brake smoothly as slamming on the brakes may cause further unnecessary gas consumption.
Keep Your Trunk Light
Keeping 100 pounds of junk in your trunk will cost you more gas. Remove unnecessary items from the trunk to eliminate extra fuel charges.
Keep Your Roof Clear
Instead of transporting items by securing them to the roof of your car, lay them on the seat or the floor. If you drive around with anything on your roof, your gas economy is reduced by as much as 8 percent when you travel through the city and by up to 25 percent when you drive fast on the highway.
Avoid Unnecessary Air Conditioning
Unless the heat is unbearable, leaving your air conditioner off may save you money. The use of this cooling system significantly lowers the gas economy. Instead, put your air conditioner on a setting that will allow your air conditioner to work less if it needs to cool down.
Cut Down on Driving
Limit driving if you can and travel by bike instead. If you have errands to run, do them in one trip. Similarly, practice taking turns driving with co-workers and friends.
Shop for Gas Rewards
There are several grocery stores, convenience stores, and gas stations that reward you with gas savings when you shop there. You accumulate points with your purchases at these stores, and the points can be redeemed for gas savings. So look for such a store near you to start saving money on gas.
Use the Right Motor Oil
Your vehicle’s manufacturer will recommend which motor oil you should put in your car. If you use a grade of oil other than the one recommended, the result could be less gas mileage. Check the manual that came with your car for further information.
Keep Your Car in Top Shape
Keep down the amount of gas you use by maintaining your car. Make sure your tires have the right amount of air in them at all times. In addition, spark plugs, brakes, belts, transmission, and fluid levels should all be checked frequently. Watch for an alert from your check-engine light and take care of the problem right away.
