Simple Ways To Improve Gas Mileage In Your Car!

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by: DonMarshall
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Nowadays, it seems like oil the company executives are out to empty our wallets and fill theirs. Gas prices have gone out of site, along with food, clothing and necessities, while our economy is seemingly crumbling. Many folks are trying to keep their heads above water, and need to learn some simple ways to improve gas mileage.

There are several ways to help improve gas mileage, many of them are effective, and others don't make much of a difference. It can be difficult trying to wade through them all, so I have researched and compiled the most common techniques people are using to improve gas mileage in their cars, so I could pass them on to you.

First off, change your engine oil frequently, and get a tuneup. Nearly everyone knows that if your car is running properly, it will expend less energy than if it is bogging down because of mechanical problems. Basic things like installing a new air filter, changing cracked hoses, and regular oil and oil filter changes using the right weight oil with friction reducers can all improve gas mileage.

Another trick that works well, is getting rid of extra weight your car is carrying. Do away with luggage racks, since they create resistance, and decrease your gas mileage. Keeping your tires inflated to the maximum recommended pressure can also help to decrease resistance, the MPG gain is fairly small, but every little bit will help!

You'll also improve gas mileage by slowing down. Try driving at more reasonable speeds. Keeping your speed at 55 mph on the highway will increase your gas mileage by as much as 25%. That means no speeding when the "man" isn't around! You can also pick up a 14% in gas mileage just by turning on your cruise control.

Resist the temptation to drive like a crazed maniac, like excessive braking or quick acceleration. Those bad habits burn up fuel, wear out your brakes and waste your dollars. The same goes for unnecessary idling. If you have a long wait at a fast food drive through, or at the bank, turn your car off while you wait. Cutting down on unnecessary idling can up your gas mileage by a substantial 19%. That is a big savings just for doing something simple like turning your car off for a few minutes.

So many simple methods to improve gas mileage, and not enough space to cover them all! Just implementing even one of these can help you save money.

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