Keep cool with air conditioning when driving on the highway, but lower the windows instead in the city to improve gas mileage & save money. Using air conditioning in stop-and-go city traffic wastes fuel and, therefore, money. But crank it up on the highway, when it is … [Read more...] about Use AC on the highway, lower the windows in town
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Don’t waste money driving around looking for gas that’s just a few cents cheaper per gallon
Although it may seem like a good idea to search for the absolute cheapest price on gas, the process of driving around town to look for the best deal (or driving farther from your home to the station advertising the best price) usually ends up wasting more gas than it will … [Read more...] about Don’t waste money driving around looking for gas that’s just a few cents cheaper per gallon
Earn free cash by using credit cards that offer rebates on gas purchases
Some credit cards offer cash back on gas purchases, putting money back in your pocket for purchases you already have to make. Check out the user-maintained list of gas (and other rewards) cards at Fatwallet.com. As with any credit card, though, be sure to only charge what you can … [Read more...] about Earn free cash by using credit cards that offer rebates on gas purchases
Keep your car cool and your gas mileage high by shifting into neutral when idling
Sometimes, idling is inevitable. Let your engine cool, and get better gas mileage, by putting your car in neutral at long red lights, railroad crossings or while waiting for brief periods at the curb.A LOZO expert posted this tip. … [Read more...] about Keep your car cool and your gas mileage high by shifting into neutral when idling
Increase gas mileage by 10% by using steel-belted radial tires
Because of the improved gas mileage, drivers can save up to $130 per year by switching to these more efficient tires. Also consider fuel-efficient tires like the Michelin Energy LX4, or low-rolling-resistance tires, which are common in new cars. Both can improve gas mileage, … [Read more...] about Increase gas mileage by 10% by using steel-belted radial tires