5 Ways to Save Gas

Stop wasting hundreds of dollars at the gas pump.

With prices the way they are this is far too expensive a habit.

I have comprised a list of the best 5 ways to save gas so you can start taking back control of your gas budget.

#1 Way to Save Gas.

Purchase your gas using a gas saving credit card.

Most of these offer 5-10% cash back when you purchase gas.

Potential Saving: $4000 annual gas bill x 5% = $200 saving

#2 Way to Save Gas.

If you don't need higher octane gas, don't use it. Using Premium when your vehicle doesn't need it can actually do harm and make it run hotter than it should. As Regular is on average 20 cents cheaper you can save a bundle too.

Potential Saving: $4000 annual gas bill / $4 x 20c = $200 saving

# 3 Way to Save Gas.

Regular maintenance and a good tune up will make your car better running and last longer. This alone can improve your mileage by 20%. You may have some costs in this one but the savings are well worth it.

Potential Saving: $4000 annual gas bill x 20% = $800 saving

# 4 Way to Save Gas.

Not only will incorrectly inflated tires wear out quicker but it will also make your car less efficient and cost more in gas. Just 5 pounds under inflated can cost you 2% extra on your fuel.

Potential Saving: $4000 annual gas bill x 2% = $80 saving

#5 Way to Save Gas.

This is the biggest saver but as there is some cost involved I've put it last. The cost is minimal compared to the saving and should be considered as an investment.

There are ready made kits available to simply just "bolt on" or you can build your own from readily available items. Either way you shouldn't be spending more than a few hundred dollars and probably much less. The average saving in fuel economy is 30-40% (depending on vehicle).

Potential Saving: $4000 annual gas bill x 30% = $1200 saving

Wow! A $1200 potential saving. Once you deduct the cost of the kit this saving is still one of the best ways to save gas you can find, in my opinion.

Convert to Using Water. Correct tire pressure.Have your car serviced.Use the correct octane fuel for your vehicle.

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