The gas that we fill our tanks with every week adds up to be quite an expensive bill over the months and years. Thirty dollars a week in gas adds up to over $1500 a year.
That's $1500 additional dollars needed just top drive something you already own (or making payments on).
Small changes in your driving habits can save you hundreds every year. It's really not as difficult to increase your fuel mileage as you might think.
WANT TO KNOW HOW MUCH YOU'RE SAVING?
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Keep track of your mileage for one week (7 days) BEFORE you start implementing these gas saving tips. The following week, start practicing these tips and keep track of the mileage for another seven days.
Nothing elaborate. Use the re-setable odometer found in most vehicles or simply use a post-it note in your car. You might find yourself saving $5-$10 a week which works out to $260-$520 annually!
TEN GAS SAVING TIPS
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Here are ten short gas saving tips that you can start using today. Most of these tips can be immediately put into use and cost absolutely nothing! What can be better than saving money for FREE?
- Check Tires Regularly
Keep tires properly inflated to avoid premature wear and mileage loss. Under inflated tires can waste 5%-10% more fuel than needed.
- Maintain Car Momentum
If possible, scan the road ahead to anticipate when slowing will occur. Maintaining even a 'crawl' will save you gallons as opposed to constantly stopping and going.
- Stop 'n Go Traffic
Using the car air conditioning unit during heavy traffic can really 'burn' up gas quickly. If it's bearable, try to keep the windows or sunroof open for fresh air.
- Remove Unnecessary Weight
If possible, remove car racks and any items of considerable weight. You'd be surprised at what an extra 50-100lbs can do to your gasoline consumption rate.
- Keep Filters/Converters Clean
This can save you and your engine a lot of extra work. Most filters cost between $3-$15 and can be replaced without much work - especially the air filter.
- Higher Octane Gas
Do not benefit most cars. Only use the higher octane if your engine is starting to 'ping' (engine knock)
- Cruise Control
Maintain an exact speed allowing for better fuel consumption. Effective on open highways.
- On Highways
If possible, try to keep windows and sunroofs closed especially at high speeds. Use the built in ventilation system for fresh air for optimum aerodynamics.
- PickUp Owners
Consider a 'soft-net' type gate replacement to eliminate the "drag chute" effect. Extremely effective on freeways/highways.
- Purchase Gas On Indian Reservations
NO taxes on gas on the reserves. It might pay to fill up the next time you are near an Indian Reservation.
CONCLUSION
~~~~~~~~~~~~
Simple yet extremely effective, these tips can help you start saving money immediately off your gas bill.
Regardless of which gas saving tips you are able to use from this article, keep in mind that SAFETY is the most important concern on the road. NEVER jeopardize the safety of you or the other drivers around you at any time. . . period.
Gregory Thomas, editor of http://www.savingsecrets.com - has written hundreds of effective money-saving tips, strategies, and articles over the past 6 years. Visit their website and you'll find FREE money-saving articles, a monthly newsletter, and even a FREE Ebook download just for stopping by!
Wood Dale Chicago prom limo .. Lockport Chicago limo O’HareMillions of people give a lot of thought to financial... Read More
Now there are ways to save money in the grocery... Read More
You've analyzed your past expenses, put them into spreadsheets, loaded... Read More
The price of gas continues to climb, and with continued... Read More
I have been a loyal user of Quicken(R) for more... Read More
Here are some tips that can help you save money... Read More
If you've developed a household budget to get your spending... Read More
This investment retirement account (IRA) is useful to you as... Read More
You have probably accomplished a great deal with your life.... Read More
It is possible to eat a healthy, balanced diet without... Read More
I've been sharing the following idea with people for a... Read More
Those who keep a watchful eye on where their money... Read More
If you've been to a shopping mall lately, you've probably... Read More
How many drawers did you have to look through to... Read More
Has anyone been to the gas pumps lately? Soon $3... Read More
Whatever your reason for having a tight budget, the truth... Read More
Saving for a Down Payment is hard work, so it's... Read More
What is it about being frugal, why do it at... Read More
Recently, many of these loyalty rewards programs have come to... Read More
If you die without making a Will in the UK,... Read More
I've been going through and interesting growth period lately that... Read More
People haven't always written checks to buy goods and services.... Read More
Financial freedom cannot be achieved without budgeting. Budgeting involves tracking... Read More
Saving may seem easier if you were saving for a... Read More
Chapter 7The potential chapter 7 debtor should understand that a... Read More
Antigo wedding limo ..There have been an estimated 9.9 million victims on America... Read More
The cries are heard from the distance, "I need help... Read More
Our global society has had a wake up call in... Read More
With prices increasing all the time, saving money can be... Read More
Things are so expensive these days. We seem to be... Read More
Are you having problems with debt? Are you afraid to... Read More
Have you ever stopped to think about how your "mood"... Read More
Get Access to Realistic profitable strategies & discover the mindset... Read More
Good money management needn't be difficult. In fact, there a... Read More
Recent findings from the Educational Policy Institute indicated that the... Read More
Your food budget is the most flexible area of your... Read More
It is widely written that you need 75% of your... Read More
Now that we are in the month of June I... Read More
Before buying personal or business checks you should inform yourself... Read More
Predatory lending exists in the mortgage industry. It's typically when... Read More
I thought I was through with exams when I finished... Read More
Most Americans have been brought up to be concerned about... Read More
Well, dang! From what I've heard and read, it looks... Read More
During the last twenty years, banks have offered a number... Read More
Would you be interested in freeing up 10% to 15%... Read More
Doesn't it seem like the only impressive numbers we've seen... Read More
Did you have a piggy bank when you were a... Read More
An avid cyclist and bike racing fan, I sit transfixed... Read More
Holy Shenanigans! More STUFF?Loosing one's business due to lack of... Read More
Are your financial muscles well toned and healthy or flabby... Read More
Personal Finance |