Increase gas mileage
I am sure by now you are wonering “how can I increase my gas mileage”? With prices almost reaching $4 a gallon these days, there is a question that is on most peoples mind. People are now starting to feel the pain while at a gas pump, and its starting to become more and more difficult for people to fill up their gas tank. One thing we all can start to do is use our cruise control a bit more. Using your cruise control will help you to maintain a consistent speed and will help you to get better gas mileage. This primarily works on roads with flat or mostly flat surfaces, so using your cruise control is a great idea and will help you to save at the pump.
Clean your car! I know your saying WHAT? Yes, believe it or not keeping your car clean on the inside can help improve your gas mileage. Periodically get your car washed and waxed as this will help you improve your cars aerodynamics, which will help you increase your gas mileage. Try to avoid idling as much as possible for this really starts it kill your gas mileage, so your going to want to try and avoid it as much as possible. Example: If you wait for someone while at the grocery store, sitting at a drive through, that will actually waste your gas. If you don’t absolutely have to, try to avoid running your air conditioner. Usually if you are out on the highway traveling fast, it is better to keep your windows shut and the air running; however, if you are driving at slower speeds around town, you will save money by keeping the windows down. Using an oil additive can actually help increase your gas mileage by 12%.