Save On Gas, Make Your Car Fuel Efficient

With the steady rise of 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 vehicles running, and it’s just the tip of the iceberg as tensions in the Middle East would affect the prices of crude in the market. 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 a no-brainer; use the public transportation system instead of using you car. It might take you a longer time to get to your destination 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 move your home closer to work or search for work near your home. If these are not viable options and you still want to drive your 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 because fuel is dense during the said the period and when filling up your car remember that full tank is enough and going over it would result to spilling and fuel is wasted on the process.

Before going on a 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 gas mileage by 6% per pound lose. Warm up your car on the road, do not resort to idling as it consumes more fuel and takes longer to warm. Travel in accordance to the legal speed limit, as it would not only keep you safe but as what studies have shown that you get better fuel mileage and you would surpass strong wind resistance. For those who own vehicles with manual transmission, 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, car makers and dealers worldwide still found a way to market their vehicles. With the help of technology, these companies have created engines that are more fuel efficient and cars that run on electricity and other source of power. With hopes that our dependency for fuel would lessen and start looking for a “greener” solution. With such actions, we are helping not only ourselves but also our mother Earth.

By: aurawind

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