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2012

Tips On How To Save At The Pump

Many drivers feel tempted to dump their vehicles and look for more fuel efficient cars as soon as the gas prices go up, however, experts say that small changes to the driver’s routine can go a long way when it comes to saving money at the pump.

With the rising prices of gas and the high costs of car maintenance, car owners may feel like the money they are spending with their vehicles is not worth the hassle, especially because the gas price has risen about 20 cents over the span of two weeks in the beginning of the year.

Some experts have made the case that with some planning, you will be able to change how the rising gas prices will impact your life since you will be changing your driving patterns and deciding if you actually drive enough to consider purchasing a more fuel-efficient car. First, do some research online and track gas prices to learn about how much you will be spending daily due to your commute.

Start to save fuel by researching about driving styles that will help you to save gas and attend to some simple car maintenance, which could affect how fuel efficient your vehicle is. Calm driving is reportedly the most fuel efficient style of driving, according to experts. Drivers who often change lanes too quickly and drive fast may use 35 percent more gas than calm drivers, according to certain tests.

Experts also urge drivers to stay away from ‘gas-saving’ devices, which in most cases do not work. The Environmental Protection Agency has reported that most of the devices that promise to help drivers to save on gas do not work and that drivers will be spending money on useless gadgets if they choose to buy any of these devices.

Most importantly, drivers are urged to remember that, drastic changes can cause more harm than the opposite in the long run. Stay calm and assess how much gas you actually use monthly before giving in to trends and fears associated with the rising gas prices.

Specialists hope that car owners will continue to drive their vehicles without forgetting about the importance of being aware of how gas prices affect their daily lives.

Be a conscious driver and learn to save by turning into a better driver and car owner. Your wallet will thank you.

For more tips on how to save at the gas pump, click here for the full article.

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