27. Keep a clean outer car
You can reduce the amount of drag on your car when you keep the
exterior clean and waxed. This will add some gas savings into your pocket.
It may seem like a small thing to do, and you most likely won't notice
any difference at all in your fuel consumption, but keep in mind that every
little bit helps when it comes to reducing your gas costs and saving at the gas
pumps when you fill your car.
Many times when you purchase your gas at a gas station that has a car
wash you can receive money off coupons to use when you wash your car.
This is a great way to save money while keeping your car clean.
28. Service your vehicle before the winter
As the colder weather approaches you will want to make sure that your vehicle is in the best condition that it can be to 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.
Keep in mind that you may be putting snow tires on your car, further
adding to the decrease in fuel economy that you many experience during the
months of winter.
If you are traveling greater distances during the winter months you may
have to travel over roads that are experiencing winter conditions. Plan your
trip accordingly by trying to travel when the roads are clear and there is no
forecast of snow.
29. Remove snow tires
When 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.
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.
The amount of savings that you can get out of changing your tires each
season should inspire to make that appointment with your mechanic rather
than weigh your car down all through the year, even when there is no evidence
of snow.
Store your winter tires in a place where they are free from moisture and
dry heat.
The better care you take of your winter tires the longer you can keep
them, reducing the amount of money that you spend maintaining your tires and
your car.
The same applies when you put your winter tires on your car and store
your summer tires or all season radials. You will want to make sure that they
are store correctly and are tightly covered.
Many people overlook the important 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.