15 Ways To Save Money On Gas

15 Ways to $ave on Gas

These small changes in your driving habits will improve fuel consumption and lower costs.

1. Even on the coldest morning your car only needs 30 to 45 seconds to warm up.

2. Avoid wasting fuel by not revving your engine, even if you're trying to show off.  Revving washes oil down from the inside cylinder walls which results in a loss of oil pressure.

3. Statistics show that buying gas on Wednesday can actually save you money.

4. Don't fill the gas tank after you hear the first "click".  When you overfill, gas pours out of the tank.

5. Purchase gas at least three days prior to a holiday to avoid inflated prices at the pump.

6. Gas is at its densest during the cooler times of day (early morning and late evening). Gas prices are based on the volume of measurement.

7. Traveling the speed limit gives you better gas mileage.  Speeding can use up to 45 percent more fuel.

8. Keep windows closed when driving on the highway.  Open windows causes air drag which reduces your gas mileage up to 10 percent.

9. Maintain a consistent speed whenever possible.  Continuously changing your speed wastes fuel.

10. Driving on dirt or gravel roads can reduce your gas mileage by 30 percent and damage your car.

11. Reversing uses more gas. Try to park so you can drive forward when leaving.

12. Look for the shortest, straightest route while traveling.

13. Keep your car clutter-free.  Removing excess weight from your back seat and trunk will give you better gas mileage.

14. Check the air pressure of your tires weekly; each tire should be filled to the maximum limit and periodically balanced.

15. Carpool whenever possible.  Not only will it help the environment, it will help keep money in your pocket.