tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81361477549335190002024-03-14T01:18:19.784-07:00Saving Gas MoneyWith the rising cost of gas prices and no end in sight, everyone wants to save as much money at the gas pump as they possibly can. We may not be able to control the price of gas but you can change certain habits and follow some basic guidelines to help you save as much money as possible.
This site will provide you with basic gasoline and vehicle information and tips for saving money at the gas pumps as well driving more efficiently.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger44125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-63299868009951372702008-05-22T05:12:00.000-07:002008-05-22T05:13:11.323-07:00Shop AroundYou can try to shop around in your local area for the cheapest gas that you can find but you shouldn’t go too far out of your way just to try and get that best price unless you’re already traveling in that direction anyway. Since your goal is to save money,you would be defeating the purpose by driving around for too long. While you are driving to a location that you would normally be going anyway, you can keep your eyes open for the cheapest gas.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-13320635632320844482008-05-22T05:11:00.000-07:002008-05-22T05:12:50.687-07:00Multitask your shopping expeditionsIf you know of a certain gas station that consistently sells lower priced gas but it’s out of your way, you might want to consider making a weekly or bi-weekly journey to this destination. This way you can take a day to get gas, buy your groceries, and take a walk in the park within a different area of the city where you live. In effect, what you are doing is multitasking and saving money on your fuel costs at the same time.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-68543363033699974632008-05-21T20:50:00.002-07:002008-05-21T20:51:06.169-07:00Paying for your gas the smart wayOne of the ways that you can save money at the gas pump is by using a gasoline credit card. When you have a gas card, you’ll be able to get a certain percent rebate back on the purchase of your gas. Many gasoline companies are joining up with other retailers to give you numerous savings at the gas pump. Not only are you able to save on your gas purchase, but you’ll be able to earn points towards your next purchase with participating retailers.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-84496195187930839832008-05-21T20:50:00.001-07:002008-05-21T20:50:34.875-07:00Buy your gas in the morning or eveningGasoline becomes denser in colder temperatures. Gas pumps are set to measure the volume of the fuel that you pump and not the density. This means that if you fill up your gas tank in the cooler morning temperatures, or in the colder evening hours, you’ll be getting better gas price economy. Try to fill up your gas tank later in the evening to avoid the rush of day hours.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-73468291530906157092008-05-21T20:49:00.002-07:002008-05-21T20:50:00.567-07:00Use the InternetUsing the Internet to find the lowest gas prices is a great way to have all the information that you need before getting into your car to fuel up. There are several sites on the Internet that will help you find the cheapest gas in your area. <br /><br />One of these sites is GasBuddy. GasBuddy has all the information for both the United States and Canada to help you find the lowest gas price on the day that you are filling up your gas tank, so that you can get the recent best prices. The price of gas is always changing so having the latest information is going to save you money over a period of time.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-52449514942703253592008-05-21T20:49:00.001-07:002008-05-21T20:49:30.259-07:00Keep a fuel logInvest in a small notebook and pen for your car and write down all your gas purchases and mileage that you travel. Start to develop the habit of knowing exactly how much that you are spending in fuel costs. You can also use your fuel log to keep track of the best places to buy your gasoline. You want to see a pattern develop so that you can track your gas spending habits and then make changes if needed.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-74012707188637306752008-05-21T20:46:00.000-07:002008-05-21T20:49:01.712-07:00Keep an eye on your gas consumptionThe more aware you are of the amount of fuel that you use, the more you can do to try to reduce your gas costs. If you notice that your gas efficiency is decreasing, it could be an indicating factor that your car needs servicing.<br /><br />Make weekly comparisons with your fuel log that you keep in you car to see how much your gas consumption is going up and your mileage per gallon is going down. If you are finding that you are constantly seeing less and less performance from your car and spending more for gas at the fuel pump, then you’ll know that you need to take action so that you can start seeing a savings in your gas economy rather than a constant deficit.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-62447429674239198862008-05-21T01:53:00.002-07:002008-05-21T01:55:57.898-07:00Buy gas from a busy stationTry to buy your gas from a gas station that is consistently busy and therefore has its underground tanks filled on a regular basis. Gas stations that are slow will have gas that has been sitting in underground tanks for longer periods of time, leading to gas contamination. This contamination can mean that the gas you are purchasing is less powerful than fresh gas and will decrease your fuel economy. Try to time your visits to busier gas stations at those busy times but make sure that you’re not in a rush to get anywhere.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-51404830537518384292008-05-21T01:53:00.001-07:002008-05-21T01:53:23.770-07:00Turn the nozzleWhen you have finished filling up your gas tank, try turning the nozzle of the hose a full 180 degrees. This will drain a bit more gas into your tank; in some cases, up to an entire half cup that would otherwise be a bonus to the next gas customer. <br /><br />Once you get into the habit of turning the hose, you’ll find yourself doing it without thinking. That extra half cup that you get each time that you fill your gas tank can add up to a lot of extra gas at the end of the year that you never have known about.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-1840301733412741332008-05-21T01:52:00.001-07:002008-05-21T01:52:49.735-07:00Avoid topping offTry to avoid “topping off” at the gas pumps. When you purchase just a bit of gas at the gas station, the pump doesn’t have enough time to really activate, resulting in short bursts of fuel that may short change you from the amount of gas that you are purchasing. The best time to replenish your gas tank is when you have half a tank or less left in your vehicle, or when you find a gas price that you just can’t afford to miss.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-8959519500247616762008-05-21T01:51:00.004-07:002008-05-21T01:52:19.749-07:00Avoid running your gas tank too close to emptyTry not to drive your car when the gas gauge is on empty. You may think that you using very little gas when your car is on empty, but you are in fact using more gas because your vehicle is running less efficiently as it tries to accelerate and decelerate in a normal fashion. Keep your gas level above the quarter tank mark if at all possible.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-17884035674085983542008-05-21T01:51:00.003-07:002008-05-21T01:51:48.999-07:00Avoid buying gas from a just replenished gas stationWhen a gas station has its underground tanks filled, the particles at the bottom of the tank are stirred up. These particles can become mixed in with the gas that you are putting into your car, which can lead to efficiency problems. The particles can clog your fuel filter, causing your car to stall and start with some difficulty.<br /><br />If the gas station that you have decided to stop at has the lowest gas price in your area, you may want to think about taking the time to come back at a later time rather than stopping at the next gas station that is offering a higher price for gas.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-446740656501896862008-05-21T01:51:00.001-07:002008-05-21T01:51:16.742-07:00Keep your car well tunedOne of the best things that you can do is to keep your vehicle as well tuned as you possibly can. This means taking note of those regularly scheduled maintenance checkups that you often ignore. Studies indicate that a car with an engine that is poorly tuned will increase the amount of fuel consumption from 10 to 20 percent.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-20341240894890587662008-05-21T01:50:00.001-07:002008-05-21T01:50:53.850-07:00Park your car in the shadeGasoline actually evaporates right out of your tank, and it does so faster when you park directly in the sun. Parking in the shade also keeps it cooler inside, and you will need less A/C to cool off when you get back in. If there is no shade available, park so that your gas tank (the actual tank under the car, not the valve to fill it) is facing away from the direct sun.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-39925042088217081292008-05-21T01:49:00.000-07:002008-05-21T01:50:21.791-07:00Park in the first available spot you findIf you wander all over the parking lot looking for that really close parking space, you can end up using more gas.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-76391647023376668622008-05-20T19:29:00.001-07:002008-05-20T19:29:21.597-07:00Change the oil in your carChange the oil in your car on a regular basis. When you keep the oil in your car clean, you reduce the wear that is caused by friction in the moving parts of your car’s engine. Keeping track of your last oil change will save you money at the gas pump.<br /><br />If you are unable to change the oil in your car on your own, make sure that you fuel up at a gas station that offers you full service. This way, you can ask the gas attendant to help you fill your car with gas as well as take a look under the hood of your car to change the oil.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-10494296341137685552008-05-20T19:28:00.001-07:002008-05-20T19:28:59.193-07:00The right grade of oilMake sure that you are using the right grade of oil that is required by your car or truck. Oil grades are measured in viscosity, which determines how much the oil can resist flow. Grades of oil include:<br /><br />· 0W (this is the thinnest) (“W” stands for winter)<br />· 5W to 25W<br />· 20 to 60 (60 is the thickest)<br /><br />Check with the owner’s manual that comes with your car for more information about the grade of oil that is required by your car. Make sure that you use the right grade of oil to ensure that your car runs as smoothly as it should in all types of weather.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-71393010503833307102008-05-20T19:26:00.003-07:002008-05-20T19:26:59.039-07:00Replace the air filter in your carStudies suggest replacing the air filter in your car on a regular basis. Replacing a clogged air filter can improve the mileage that you get with your car by up to 10 percent. If you calculate that 10 percent into gasoline savings, you’ll be saving some money.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-52023948743941526132008-05-20T19:26:00.001-07:002008-05-20T19:26:36.700-07:00Replace the fuel filter in your carStudies show that not only should you be replacing the air filter in your car on a regular basis, you should also be maintaining and regularly replacing the fuel filter. <br /><br />The cleaner that your fuel filter is, the more efficiently your vehicle is going to run, saving you more money in fuel costs. You can replace the fuel filter yourself or have it replaced when your car is in for a regular maintenance checkup.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-87420871572269331992008-05-20T19:25:00.002-07:002008-05-20T19:26:11.860-07:00Check the alignment of your carYou should be paying attention to the alignment in your car. Improper alignment will cause a certain amount of engine drag, which will increase the amount of gas that you are using. <br /><br />The better maintained that car is, the better all around performance that you’ll get. Talk to your mechanic about your next alignment servicing. <br /><br />One of the ways that you can tell if your car is due for alignment is if there is a pulling on the steering wheel when you are driving. If you are experiencing a type of pulling action, it’s important that you schedule an appointment to have an alignment done.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-68381763537619470522008-05-20T19:25:00.001-07:002008-05-20T19:25:46.511-07:00Rotate your tiresWhen you regularly rotate your tires and check them for uneven use and wear, you will find that you are saving in both tires and gas costs. Check your tires regularly to see how they are doing on wear and tear. If your tires are showing signs of balding, you’ll want to replace them immediately since the better your tires are, the better fuel consumption you’ll see.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-61639289924216754482008-05-20T19:23:00.000-07:002008-05-20T19:24:33.193-07:00Tire maintenance· Purchase a tire gauge and check your car’s tire pressure every month. Keep all tires inflated to the pressure as recommended for your car. When you are driving around on tires that are under-inflated, you can reduce the fuel efficiency of your car by up to 2 percent for each pound that the tires are under-inflated.<br /><br />· Under-inflated tires wear out faster, which again contributes to higher gas consumption.<br /><br />· Not only will you save on gas consumption when you maintain your tires, studies show that you will also save money on the maintenance of your vehicle.<br /><br />· The best time to check your tire pressure is when it’s cool outside or in the morning after your car has been sitting for several hours without driving.<br /> <br />· Use appropriate tires for each season. When you put away your winter tires in the warm weather, you’ll be able to use them for at least two years.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-55074584038783429462008-05-20T19:22:00.002-07:002008-05-20T19:23:16.600-07:00Service your vehicle before the winterAs the colder weather approaches, you will want to make sure that your vehicle is in the best condition that it can deal with the colder weather. If you car needs servicing and you decide to wait until the spring weather, you will find that your fuel consumption goes up dramatically.<br /><br />Keep in mind that you may be putting snow tires on your car, further adding to the decrease in fuel economy that you may experience during the months of winter.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-78239338201642270232008-05-20T19:22:00.001-07:002008-05-20T19:22:48.502-07:00Remove snow tiresWhen it isn’t winter and there is no snow on the ground, you should replace your winter tires with summer tires or all season radials. <br /><br />Big snow tires with deep treads use more gasoline than lighter tires. Many times, people leave their snow tires on all year round so that they can avoid the hassle of taking their car to the mechanic. <br /><br />Store your winter tires in a place where they are free from moisture and dry heat. <br />The better you take care of your winter tires, the longer you can keep them, thus reducing the amount of money spent on maintaining your tires and your car.<br /><br />The same applies when you put your winter tires on your car and store your summer tires or all season radials. You want to make sure that they are stored correctly and are tightly covered. <br /><br />Many people overlook the importance of maintaining tires when it comes to saving at the gas pumps. To maximize the most savings that you can achieve at the gas pumps, you need to pay attention to all the details of maintaining and driving your vehicle.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136147754933519000.post-31503714993584530662008-05-20T19:17:00.000-07:002008-05-20T19:22:12.406-07:00Avoid rough roadsDriving on rough roads, such as those made of gravel or dirt, will affect your gas mileage by as much as 30 percent. If there is an alternative route that you can take, you should consider taking it if it isn’t going to add too many miles onto your trip.<br /><br />The wear and tear to a vehicle that is being driven over rough gravel road can damage the underside of your vehicle, causing damage that you’re not aware of for some time to come. This damage, even if minimal, could be a factor towards increasing your gas costs and fuel inefficiency.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0