There is not a single driver among us who would not prefer to spend less of their hard-earned cash at the fuel pump. That is why people are becoming more and more aware of the many simple and cost effective ways that they can improve their fuel economy.
It has become common knowledge that one way to get better gas mileage is to drive slower. Even so, it is rare that people will do this, especially on the highway. So, if you really want to save on gas, find ways to do this that you are actually going to do on a regular basis.
First of all, stop neglecting the regular maintenance that your car needs! According to studies, a dirty air filter can cost you up to 20% of the gas mileage you should be receiving.
Proper tire inflation can help increase gas mileage and a spark plug change can increase fuel economy by more than 10%!
To be sure you are optimizing your gas mileage, be sure that you are not like many drivers out there who are driving around with a car full of unnecessary things. For starters, remember to remove your bike rack or ski rack when not in season. For every 250 pounds of excess items in your car, you will loose one mile per gallon.
It is possible to save money on gas even when filling up at the gas pump. Save a few extra cents by not topping off the gas tank so that the amount is an even dollar amount. The small amount of gas will most likely not get into the tank properly thereby wasting money.
As a final note, be sure to use all the features your car has to offer. Using cruise control, for example, can help you get better gas mileage by eliminating the differences in pressure that you may put on the gas pedal.
It is vital that you not only know the methods for increasing gas mileage, but that you are consistent in their implementation, unless you want to keep visiting the gas station regularly!
