50 Ways to Save Money at the Gas Pump, Part 3
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This is a continuation of 50 Ways to Save Money at the Gas Pump.... We are at the half way point of learning about the different strategies that you can employ to save money at the gas pump. As gas costs increase consumers will be searching for many ways to relieve some of the pressure from their wallets.
What follows are tips 21-30 to help you save on gas at the pump.
21. Replace the Fuel Filter in Your Car
Studies show that not only should you be replacing the air filter in your car on a regular basis, you should also be maintaining and regularly replacing the fuel filter.
The cleaner that your fuel filter is the more efficiently your vehicle is going to run, saving you more money in fuel costs.
You can replace the fuel filter yourself or have it replaced when your car is in for a regular maintenance checkup.
22. Check the Alignment of Your Car
You should be paying attention to the alignment in your car. Improper alignment will cause a certain amount of engine drag, which will increase the amount of gas that you are using.
The better maintained that car is the better all around performance that you’ll get. Talk to your mechanic about your next alignment servicing.
One of the ways that you can tell if your car is due for alignment is if there is a pulling on the steering wheel when you are driving. If you are experiencing a type of pulling action it’s important that you schedule an appointment to have an alignment done.
23. Rotate Your Tires
When you regularly rotate your tires and check them for uneven use and wear you will find that you are saving in both tires and gas costs.
After you have an alignment done on your car most mechanics will also rotate the tires. This doesn’t by any means mean that you should wait until you need an alignment to get those tires rotated. Check your tires regularly to see how they are doing on wear and tear.
If your tires are showing signs of balding you’ll want to replace them immediately since the better your tires are the better fuel consumption you’ll see.
24. Tire Maintenance
Not only should you be maintaining the engine of your car, you should also be paying attention to the tires that you are driving on. • Purchase a tire gauge and check your car’s tire pressure every month. When you are driving around on tires that are under-inflated you can reduce the fuel efficiency of your car by up to 2 percent for each pound that the tires are under-inflated.• Under-inflated tires wear out faster, which again contributes to higher gas consumption.• Not only will you save on gas consumption when you maintain your tires, studies show that you will also save money on the maintenance of your vehicle by up to $250 each year.• The best time to check your tire pressure is when it’s cool outside or in the morning after your car has been sitting for several hours without driving. • Use appropriate tires for each season. When you put away your winter tires in the warm weather you’ll be able to use them for at least two years.Source: www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/maintain.shtml25. Keep a Clean Outer CarYou can reduce the amount of drag on your car when you keep the exterior clean and waxed. This will add some gas savings into your pocket. It may seem like a small thing to do, and you most likely won’t notice any difference at all in your fuel consumption, but keep in mind that every little bit helps when it comes to reducing your gas costs and saving at the gas pumps when you fill your car.26. Service Your Vehicle Before the Winter
As the colder weather approaches you will want to make sure that your vehicle is in the best condition that it can be to deal with the colder weather. If you car needs servicing and you decide to wait until the spring weather you will find that your fuel consumption goes up dramatically. Keep in mind that you may be putting snow tires on your car, further adding to the decrease in fuel economy that you many experience during the months of winter.If you are traveling greater distances during the winter months you may have to travel over roads that are experiencing winter conditions. Plan your trip accordingly by trying to travel when the roads are clear and there is no forecast of snow.27. Remove Snow TiresWhen it isn’t winter and there is no snow on the ground you should replace your winter tires with summer tires or all season radials. Big snow tires with deep treads use more gasoline than lighter tires. Many times people leave their snow tires on all year round so that they can avoid the hassle of taking their car to the mechanic. The amount of savings that you can get out of changing your tires each season should inspire to make that appointment with your mechanic rather than weigh your car down all through the year, even when there is no evidence of snow. Store your winter tires in a place where they are free from moisture and dry heat. The better care you take of your winter tires the longer you can keep them, reducing the amount of money that you spend maintaining your tires and your car. The same applies when you put your winter tires on your car and store your summer tires or all season radials. You will want to make sure that they are store correctly and are tightly covered. Many people overlook the important of maintaining tires when it comes to saving at the gas pumps. To maximize the most savings that you can achieve at the gas pumps you need to pay attention to all the details of maintaining and driving your vehicle.28. Commuting
There are ways that you can get to work that will help you save on gas consumption for your car. • When driving to work avoid the peak times for rush hours. This way you’ll use up less fuel and you’ll spend less of you precious time sitting around in heavy traffic.• Try telecommuting from work if you’re in a position to do so.• If you are the owner of more than one vehicle you should try to drive the car that has the best gas mileage more often than the one with higher gas mileage. Save the vehicle with the lower gas mileage for those trips when you don’t want your new vehicle damaged or don’t want to put the miles on the odometer.• Find out about ride-sharing programs and carpools that are available in your local area. By commuting to work with others you’ll be cutting your monthly fuel costs by as much as half. You’ll also be saving on the wear and tear of your car. Many large cities have what is known as the HOV lane (high occupancy vehicle) to encourage drivers to commute to work. Source: www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/planning.shtmlUse the public transit service if it’s convenient for you and available where you live. You may be able to drive your vehicle to the bus depot and commute from there. Even though you’re still driving your car part way to work you’ll still notice a substantial savings when it comes to the cost of your commute to and from work.29. Walk or Ride a Bike
You will definitely save on gas if you leave your car at home. Try walking to close destinations, or take your bike. Today’s society seems to think that we need to drive everywhere that go. If more people walked, rode their bikes, or took public transit there would be less pollution. As well, you personally will notice a difference in the amount of money that you spend each month on your gas costs.30. Avoid Fast Take-Offs at the StoplightAccelerate slowly when the light turns green. The faster that you accelerate the more gas that you are going to consume. Make sure you start at the stoplight slow and steady so that you conserve as much fuel as possible while you are going from a stopped position into a driving mode. It may be tempting for younger people to accelerate and race away from the stoplight. Don’t fall into this trap and you can save up to 20 percent in fuel costs just by being a safe driver. Ok we’ve covered 30 ways to save you some money at the gas pump. In the next article coming up we’ll cover ten more ways to help you save at the pump. There is nothing radical about what I’m suggesting here, but if you put just a few of these practical tips into your normal routine, maintenance, and operation of your vehicle you could save a lot of money.If you haven’t read the first two parts of this series click one of the links below to read.Other Links and Hubs
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