How to Save Money on Gas
Inflation is on an all time high world over and people are finding it hard to cope up with the related problems. It is not an easy task as the incomes are not going up as fast as the consumer prices are. In this situation, it is important that a smart approach is taken and savings are done to make sure that most of the current income can be optimally utilized.
The amount spent on gasoline these days is quite high due to the higher price of the fuel. One can save a significant amount of money on gas if an intelligent approach is taken.
Instructions
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Early Filling
Get your car filled early. As the temperature increases, some of the fuel in the tanks takes the form of the fumes and is wasted. Early in the morning, the fuel is in its best liquid condition so none of it is wasted. -
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Drive at a Moderate Speed
If you maintain a high speed over longer periods of time or accelerate a lot, more fuel will be consumed. Maintain a moderate speeds with lesser braking requirements to save on fuel and thus money. -
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Smaller Engine Sizes
It is not a day and age to own gas guzzlers. Look for cars with smaller engines such as 1.5 to 2.0 liters so that lesser fuel is consumed. The cost of maintenance as well as gas expenditure will be drastically reduced in comparison with a car with an engine of 3.0 liter or higher. -
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Hybrids
Purchase a hybrid vehicle. It will cost more when they are purchased but it will save a lot in the longer run. Typically these cars offer a mileage of over 30 miles per gallon which is quite good. -
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Lesser Air Conditioning
Avoid air conditioning whenever possible. This can be done at daytime when the temperature is moderate and during the evenings/nights. Fresh air feels good too and it will also play a part not only in saving money but doing your bit for the environment. -
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Walk More
Walk whenever it is possible. If you have to commute to a distance of a couple hundred meters or so, walk instead of taking the car. It will add to your health and save you quite a bit on the gas in the longer run as well.
