How To Spend Less On Gas
By Allison Roberts on Friday, October 26th, 2007 :: 2:29 pmCategory: Watching Out 4 You
Automobiles are an everyday necessity for many families due to the sprawling layout of most American cities. Cars, trucks and sport utility vehicles get us from work to home, home to grocery stores and just about anywhere you need to go on a daily basis.
Keeping the gas gauge above “E” can be a struggle for anyone living on a tight budget. Crude oil is nearing $90 per barrel, and prices have already reached an average of $2.78 across the country for regular unleaded. Follow these few guidelines to maximize your fuel usage and minimize the strain on your finances.
Oil Changes
The oil in your car should be changed every three to four months, or every 3,000 miles. Use the grade of oil recommended by your car manufacturer. This simple task can increase your mileage by 1 percent to 2 percent.
Tune Ups
Though time consuming, taking your car in for regular checkups can save you money over time. Think of it as preventative medicine and diagnosing a disease prior to experiencing severe symptoms. For instance, replace a timing belt before it breaks and causes extra damage while driving. Have your auto shop replace it when it shows signs of being worn.
Tires
Check with your owner’s manual and learn how many pounds of pressure enable your tires to perform at their best. While filling up with gas, check the pressure in your tires and fill up your tires when you stop to fill up your gas tank. Under-inflated tires can lower your gas mileage by up to .04 percent per pound of missing pressure.
Drive calmly and don’t speed.
Erratic acceleration and braking can lower your gas mileage by 33 percent on the highway. Also, drive the speed limit. You lose about 20 cents per gallon for every five mph over 60 mph.
Author Bio: Allison Roberts is a graduate of the University of North Texas Department of Journalism. She has experience in agency and in freelance public relations. Allison currently writes for Credit Solutions and she is completing an unfinished work of her late grandfather. For more articles by Allison on debt consolidation visit Credit Solutions.
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