How to limit your gas expenses

Posted by click at 1:30 AM in oil us

How to save:

Look for price wars. Prices often vary by 3 cents per gallon at stations just blocks apart. Studies show no real difference in gas mileage among different brands.
Check the owner's manual to see what grade of fuel is recommended for your car. You may be able to safely buy regular unleaded as opposed to premium grades. With a difference of 9 to 17 cents per gallon, that can equal a few hundred dollars per year.
Run errands all at once rather than making multiple trips.
Carpool.
Slow down. For every 5 mph above 60 you drive, the reduced efficiency is the equivalent of adding 10 cents to your per-gallon cost.
Check your tire pressure. Without enough air, a tire's increased resistance forces the engine to work harder. That can rob you of up to 2 miles per gallon.

Sources: AAA, Consumer Reports, Elkins Chevrolet in Marlton.