Five Tips to Cut Gas Costs
For many, driving a car is a necessity over other modes of transportation. The rising cost of gasoline doesn't have to leave you out of pocket. From Patrick Collinson's Guardian article "Reduce your speed, reduce your petrol bill", here are five things you can do to reduce the money you're spending on gas:
While you're city driving, running the A/C can add 5%-7% to fuel costs. Why not roll down the window instead?
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Slow down: In addition to putting yourself and other motorists around you in danger, speeding also consumes more gas. When you drive above 128 km, your car uses 10% more gas than driving below 112 km.
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Cruise if you can: Avoid the temptation to brake hard and speed up, it's tough on your car and uses more fuel. When faced with speed bumps, try to maintain a constant slow speed over speed bumps.
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Under tire pressure: Another tip for safety and money-saving. Reduce fuel consumption by 2% by maintaining the correct air pressure in your car's tires.
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Lose the extra baggage: Lose the extra stuff you're carrying around on your roof rack or the trunk of your car.
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Air conditioner vs fresh air: While you're city driving, running the A/C can add 5%-7% to fuel costs. Why not roll down the window instead?
Thinking of buying a car? Read more about How to Get the Most out of Your Car, including 10 tips to choose an energy-efficient vehicle.