I'm the owner of an auction website and work full time in a blue
collar job, so what makes me an expert in gas saving tips? For
the past 12 years I've been driving an average of 30,000 miles a
year. That's a lot of money spent on gas and whatever amount
can be saved definitely adds up over time.
The biggest way to save on gas is to consider a change in your
daily driver. I recently traded in my V6 Honda Accord for a 4
cylinder Civic. This one change alone saves me approxiately $55
a month in gas and at the same time lowered my monthly car
payment $64. Combined that is a savings of $119 a month. I also
have the advantage of starting with a brand new car again and no
maintance fees for another 2 years.
When traveling along your daily route observe the price per
gallon at the different stations. Many people don't shop around
and you would be surprised how much the prices flucuate from
one station to another. My daily commute takes me through two
different states, one state being much lower in price due to
lower taxes on gasoline. Plan your fuel fillups so you can
fillup everytime at the lowest prices.
Two words, car pool. This will be a huge savings. Check around
at work and see who lives in your area. If there isn't anyone
you can post messages in the local supermarkets, churches, etc
and seek out others who commute to the same area that you do.
In addition to the huge savings in reduced fuel usage you will
save a ton of miles on your car. Another plus would be if you
travel through tolls. Not only will you pay half the time,
but when you do pay, you will pay at a reduced toll rate
because of your car pool.
Your driving habits make a difference in your mpg's. Try to
leave 5 minutes earlier and stay as close to the speed limit as
possible. Slowing down will add miles to your tank and make your
journey a safer one. On long, level steady roads turn on your
cruise control. This "luxury" contraption will keep your car
engine at a steady pace, taking away the flucuations in speed,
improving your gas mileage.
I know these tips if followed will increase your mileage and
lower your fuel costs. They do for me no matter what the gas
price is. Drive safe and always wear your seatbelt!
About the Author: Joseph Garrio works in law enforcement and
owns his own auction and shopping website where you can buy
or sell items from your home. Visit it at
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