24 Tips That Will Help You Save Gas
As Well As Helping to Improve the
Fuel Economy of Your Auto

As well as having a source of gas for free, or perhaps converting your car to run on water there are lots of tips that can help you to save gas. It's tough to save energy sometimes, but everyone from your local drivers to big companies are doing their best to make sure we use as little as possible. Of course, it not only benefits the planet, but benefits your wallet as well! Here are 24 tips for you which can help you to increase your fuel economy; all you have to do is follow them!

1. Air Filter Check Ups
having a clean air filter is a great way to improve your fuel economy, this is because a dirty air filter can restrict the flow of the air into the engine which can in turn harm the performance and reduce economy. It is easy to check and change your air filter, all you have to do to check it is to remove the filter and hold it up to the light. If you cannot see any light coming through then this means that you need a new one because it is clogged. K&N filters are washed rather than changed and they prove to be less restrictive and have much better air flow than the disposable filters and they are also much better for the environment.

2. Revert to Nature
One tip to improve fuel economy is to enjoy the breeze by opening a window and turn off the air conditioner which is a fuel guzzler! You might find it is a little bit warmer in your car but you will save fuel on lower speeds. However, at higher speed the air conditioning can be slightly more efficient than the wind which you will get from an open window or sun roof.
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3. Are You Using The Right Tires For Your Car?
Brand new tires and wheels can look really good, and they can also help to improve the handling of your car, but if they end up being wider than the stock tires then they might end up creating more rolling resistance and it will also decrease fuel economy. If you do choose to upgrade your wheels, then keep the old ones and when you go on long road trips, use your stock wheels to give you a smooth ride and great economy.


4. Only Drive When You Have To
It might not appeal to you if you love your car, but one of the best ways to save gas is to avoid taking the car out. Why not take the train or try doing a carpool which is also a great way of making new friends? If you walk or cycle then this is not only good for your health, but it will certainly improve the life of your wallet as well! Before you slide behind the wheel of your car, ask yourself if you really need to drive.


5. Try To Avoid High Speeds      
When you increase the speed then your aerodynamic drag will increase in an exponential fashion. If you drive 62 mph instead of y75 mph then you will end up reducing your fuel consumption by up to 15%!


6. Avoid Accelerating and Breaking Hard
If you can anticipate the traffic, then you can apply slow and steady braking and acceleration and this can increase your fuel economy by up to 20%!

      
7. Avoid The A/C As Much As Possible     
The air conditioning can put a lot of extra pressure on the engine which means that extra fuel is used, up to 20% and if you avoid the air conditioning then you can save fuel.


8. Close Your Windows!     
If you have your windows open when you are traveling at high speeds, then this can increase the drag and end up decreasing fuel economy by 10%.


9. Regularly Service Your Vehicle     
Regular servicing can help you to avoid bad fuel economy which can be related to dirty air filters, low fluid levels and old spark plugs.


10. Try Using Cruise Control    
If you can keep to a constant speed over a long distance, then you can save up to 4 MPG of gas.


11. Clear Your Trunk And Avoid Overloading Your Car    
Make sure that you take all of the things that you don’t need out of your trunk and only pack lightly when going on long trips. For every 100 pounds in your car, you loose 1 MPG.


12. Try To Avoid Being idle     
If you are going to be stuck in traffic for longer than a minute, then turn off your car. This will save you lots of fuel.

13. Invest In A Fuel Efficient Car     
If you are planning on buying a new car then try checking the cars for rated fuel efficiency. If you choose a small car with a manual transmission then this will provide you with great fuel economy.


14. Avoid Jackrabbiting
This might take a few minutes longer but it will save you fuel when you compare between jackrabbit verses turtle accelerating. You will save up to 2 MPG of fuel if you are a slow and easy starter.


15.  When Purchasing The Most Gasoline For The Dollar, By During The Evening When It Is Cooler.
Gasoline is densest when it is cool and gas is sold by volume.

16.  Try To Avoid Topping Your Tank Off
When you hear the click, the tank is full.

17. Always Travel At the Speed Limit And Use Cruise Control As Often As Possible
 
Cruise control is great, but in stop and go traffic it is not practical. Always stick to the speed limit and remember to shift to a higher gear.

18. Pay Attention To The Road
If you see a hill appearing, then accelerate on the downside and engage the engine instead of waiting to accelerate on the upswing.

19. Stay Steady In The City
Signal lights are usually set to the speed limit so if you have to stop and remain idle then put your transmission into neutral and this will reduce the strain and allow for cooling.
 
20. Tune Your Car Regularly
Dirty air filters will reduce gas flow so make sure to tune your car. Watch for wheel alignment to see if it goes in a straight line which will also save gas.

21. Forward Driving Uses Less Fuel Than Reversing
When you are getting ready to park you should remember this.

22. Try to Keep Up With the Trucks
In traffic, the cars seem to accelerate and then slow down a lot, while trucks move along at a steady pace. A constant speed aids in economy and it takes more fuel to get a vehicle moving than it does to keep it going. If you roll with the trucks, then you will save gas.


23. Always Change Your Tires
This is important if you live in an area which uses snow tires. You should also check tour tires for tire pressure every three months and you should spin and balance your tires and see which tires are best for saving fuels. If you have your tires inflated properly, then this will help to improve gas mileage by up to 3 percent. Under inflation can cause blowouts and tire failure.


24.  Turn Off What You Don’t Need
Turn off anything you don’t need such as radios and air conditioning because this will help to save on your fuel consumption.