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5 Great Tips for Saving Gas and Beating High Pump Prices
Andrew Maule
HealthWorks
You're probably tired of the climbing and seemingly increasing gas prices at the pump, I'm sure. In this article you're going to learn the TOP 5 best tips for saving gas and beating high pump prices. Check over the list and then we'll talk more about the alternative tips you can do afterwards.
5.) Don't start and stop your car's engine needlessly. Idling for one minute consumes the gas amount equivalent to when you start the engine.
4.) Accelerate SLOWLY. You don't need to race the guy next to you in the Astrovan or impress the cute blonde in the convertible. Just gradually accelerate and enjoy the ride-you're paying out the rear end for it, might as well savor it.
3.) Highway crusader? Keep the windows up at all times and the A/C at the lowest point possible while still staying cool. Why? Open windows cause air drag on the vehicle and can reduce your mileage by up to 10%
2.) Drive steadily since slowing down and speeding up consumes more gas and causes more wear and tear on your brakes.
1.) Ready for the golden #1 tip for saving fuel and money? – Don't speed. Yeah, you read correctly. There is simply no better way to avoid wasting gas and money by simply obeying the speed limit. Not only does going over 40 mph force your vehicle to struggle against wind resistance, you'll also risk a speeding ticket. Speeding tickets are no fun. Think about the fuel it will require to drive to your local Townhall or Courthouse, then the fee of the ticket, then driving home past the gas stations with the $4 a gallon gas, oh what's that? You're on empty? Better go fill up. Don't speed and you'll save mountains of cash, I learned this the hard way.
Gas prices are increasing, and unfortunately $4 a gallon is the new $2, this just won't go away I'm sorry to say. Additional tips to check out would be alternative fuels (biodiesel, electric, etc.) and fuel additives (water, acetone, etc. check the bottom of this article for a link to a great additive site.)
Go to http://www.Appill.com to gain access to even more great information and free tips.
Article submitted Friday, June 13, 2008
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