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Letting a car warm up by idling is a waste of gas - a car gets zero miles per gallon sitting still. It will warm up equally fast while driving, and you will save more money by using the gas more efficiently. Remember that idling can actually waste a quart of gas every 15 … [Read more...] about Don’t waste time or gas money by sitting still to warm up your car

When the nozzle clicks off, stop filling. While it might be tempting to pump a little bit more to round up to the next dollar, doing so is a waste. The excess gas may overflow when it expands in the heat.A LOZO expert posted this tip. … [Read more...] about Save up to $50 per year by not topping off the tank

Most cars run perfectly well on regular octane gas. Check your owner’s manual to be sure of your vehicle's requirements, but in most cases the less expensive gas is fine and will net the same fuel efficiency.A LOZO expert posted this tip. … [Read more...] about For most cars, higher octane gas won’t hurt performance, but it will hurt your wallet

Speed limits are set for safety, but you can actually save gas by driving at these limits, too. Driving 55mph saves 21% in fuel economy over driving at 65mph or 70mph. In fact, every 10 miles per hour you drive over 60 equals an increase in fuel cost of more than 50 cents per … [Read more...] about Driving 55mph is more than just following the speed limit – it is a money-saver, too

Check your tire pressure regularly. Over- or under-inflated tires make your car run less efficiently, resulting in lower gas mileage. In fact, every pound of under-inflation equals a 6% drop in fuel-efficiency. Find the recommended tire pressure for your car - in the owner's … [Read more...] about Properly inflated tires = better gas mileage