Save On Gas, Make Your Car Fuel Efficient

With the rising gas and fuel prices these past few years, we don’t realize it but we have been shelling a big amount of money just to keep our cars running, and it’s just the tip of the iceberg as tensions in the Middle East would have an adverse effect on the prices of fuel. In order to save gas, here are some fuel saving tips to help you cope with the skyrocketing pump prices of gas and fuel.



The first is really easy; ride the public transportation system instead of driving you car. Travel time might be longer compared to normal but you are able to save more money when compared to driving you car everyday and you contribute in minimizing carbon emissions across the country. And if you can’t commute because your work place is miles away from your home, I recommend you find a place to stay near your office or search for work near your home. If all else fails and you still want to drive a car, I suggest joining a carpool or you could opt combine your trips, like doing errands while on your way to work, so you could maximize your car’s fuel economy.



If you really need to drive your car, here’s how to save money on gas. When looking for a gas station don’t be brand conscious, look for stations that offer the best deal, as most brands carry the same type of fuel as tankers go to the nearest refinery to restock. Moreover, buy fuel early in the morning or late in the evening as fuel is dense during the said the period and when filling up your car remember not to overfill your tank this results to sloshing and fuel is wasted on the process.



Before going on any trip, be sure to check your car is it’s properly maintained as it would eat 25% less fuel compared to those not properly tuned. Wheels should also be check before starting your trip as tire pressure affects fuel mileage by 6% per pound lose. Avoid idling your car because you want it to warm up as it would cost you fuel while staying stationary. Speed limits are implemented for a reason, they are to protect the driver’s safety as well as to keep fuel mileage at a maximum. Studies have shown that drivers traveling along the speed limit of 55 mph enjoy a 21% more mileage compared to those who go over it. For those who own manual transmission vehicles, traveling on a fast rate while maintaining low gears increase fuel consumption by 45% and doing so would increase the wear and tear on engine parts. Also when driving, avoid slowing down or speeding up too fast. You are wasting more fuel compared to those people, who are driving steadily.



Despite the exorbitant increase of fuel within the decade, The demand for cars have also increased. They have invented fuel-friendly cars that run efficiently on less fuel. With hopes that our dependency for fuel would minimize and start looking for a "greener" solution. With such actions, we are helping not only ourselves but also our mother Earth.