5 Gas Saving Tips To Live By as Fuel Prices Rise

For the first time since early last summer, the average gas price on Long
Island has hit $4.00.

This price increase comes months before the summer when is usually the time that gas prices soar. According to experts, there is a good chance that gas could hit $5.00 a gallon by the summer.

It is important that everyone uses some strategies to save money on gas.
Whether it be preventative maintenance or a change in driving habits,
this is information that everybody needs to be aware of.

Below are some of my favorite tips on how to save gas.

1. Even on cold mornings, try to avoid warming your car up for very
long. About 45 seconds to a minute is more than enough time.

2. Traveling the speed limit helps save gas. Studies show that
traveling the 55mph speed limit will save you about 22% better mileage
compared to traveling 65 to 70mph.

3. Air drag can reduce your mileage by about 10%. Air drag is caused
by driving with open windows or the top down on your convertible.

4. Though not a serious issue in cold weather, using the air
conditioner in your automobile can reduce fuel economy by up to 20 percent.

5. Make sure each of your tires is inflated to maximum limit. Under
inflated tires can decrease your fuel economy by over 20 percent.

Bonus: Try avoiding unpaved or rough roads when possible. Driving on dirt
roads or gravel can seriously reduce gas mileage up to 30 percent.

Nobody likes seeing gas prices rise and in this economy people are neglecting
their cars to try and save as much money as possible.

By following these tips you should be able to save a little bit extra. Not to mention who wouldn’t mind decreasing the number of trips to the gas station.
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