With oil and fuel prices on the rise, you might be looking for ways to increase your mileage. With a few techniques, you can easily save on gas and increase your car's longevity in the process.
Instructions
1. Clean out your trunk. Carrying extra weight in your car can decrease your fuel efficiency, especially in smaller cars.
2. Use the freeway. Cars get the best mileage between 30 and 60 miles per hour. Experiment with using mostly freeway driving to get to and from local destinations.
3. Avoid road rage. Accelerating quickly, emergency stopping, and speeding can decrease your gas mileage by 33 percent. Drive calmly and try to maintain your speed using cruise control.
4. Maintain your car. Even when your car is in good working condition replacing parts such as your air filter can save you money at the pump.
5. Make sure that you are using the grade of oil designed for your car. You can find this information in the owners manual or check the manufacturer's website. Ask your mechanic to check your oil delivery system for leaks.
6. Check your tire pressure at the gas station. Keeping your tires inflated to the recommended pressure can contribute to a 3 percent savings at the pump.
7. Consider a more fuel efficient car if you are in the market to buy. Combine the steps above with a car that has a higher mile-per-gallon rating and you can save hundreds of dollars a year.
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