How To Save Thousands of Dollars Despite High Gas Prices
Saving thousands of dollars on gasoline with high gas prices seems like a no-brainer - who doesn't want to save money on gas? No matter what you drive, here are a few tips to get you started in kicking high gas prices to the curb.
Regular Maintenance Most vehicle manufacturers mention in their owner's manuals how to save money on high gas prices.
Usually the tips are to properly inflate your tires, as under or over-inflating can cut into your fuel consumption.
Another tip is to get regular tune-ups, which will change the spark plugs and air filters at least.
This alone can contribute to higher gas consumption.
Take Public Transportation This is easier said than done depending on where you live, but most places have a taxi service, buses or trains for local commuting.
A way to extend your commute while using public transportation is simply to bring along a fold-able bike or fold-able scooter.
Many electric scooters are available, or even kick scooters, that would suit this purpose.
Finding a fold-able bike is a growing trend that many find a suitable solution to the everyday commute, in conjunction with public transportation.
Remove Excess Weight If your vehicle is toting a lot of weight unnecessarily, this will eat into your fuel efficiency.
Check your trunk and back seat for anything you can get store in your garage, you might be surprised at what you find! Accelerate Slowly Many people are following the advice of "drive it like you stole it," which looks great on a bumper sticker (or tacky), but driving at posted speed limits and driving with caution will save you from high gas prices.
Over-accelerating is a common way to waste gas.
Carpool for the Commute Many cities and towns have a commute, "Park and Ride" feature.
If one can't be located in your area, then simply create one with fellow co-workers or take a commuter van.
Again, some towns will have a service or two that shuttles between your home town and local cities, look in Google Places or MapQuest to find one in your area.
Use Portable Personal Transportation This is the "unconventional solution" that may sound shocking to some but is all too common in Europe, Asia and other places besides America.
Using a bike, scooter, electric scooter or even a gas scooter or moped will dramatically reduce your fuel bill.
Paying $4-$5 a gallon can be a thing of the past if you think outside the box, and invest in alternative transportation to get through the Monday-Friday grind.
Whether you commute locally or need to take a car or van pool service, subway or bus - taking control of the ridiculous high gas prices may mean investing in another, affordable vehicle like electric scooters or a bike.
Regular Maintenance Most vehicle manufacturers mention in their owner's manuals how to save money on high gas prices.
Usually the tips are to properly inflate your tires, as under or over-inflating can cut into your fuel consumption.
Another tip is to get regular tune-ups, which will change the spark plugs and air filters at least.
This alone can contribute to higher gas consumption.
Take Public Transportation This is easier said than done depending on where you live, but most places have a taxi service, buses or trains for local commuting.
A way to extend your commute while using public transportation is simply to bring along a fold-able bike or fold-able scooter.
Many electric scooters are available, or even kick scooters, that would suit this purpose.
Finding a fold-able bike is a growing trend that many find a suitable solution to the everyday commute, in conjunction with public transportation.
Remove Excess Weight If your vehicle is toting a lot of weight unnecessarily, this will eat into your fuel efficiency.
Check your trunk and back seat for anything you can get store in your garage, you might be surprised at what you find! Accelerate Slowly Many people are following the advice of "drive it like you stole it," which looks great on a bumper sticker (or tacky), but driving at posted speed limits and driving with caution will save you from high gas prices.
Over-accelerating is a common way to waste gas.
Carpool for the Commute Many cities and towns have a commute, "Park and Ride" feature.
If one can't be located in your area, then simply create one with fellow co-workers or take a commuter van.
Again, some towns will have a service or two that shuttles between your home town and local cities, look in Google Places or MapQuest to find one in your area.
Use Portable Personal Transportation This is the "unconventional solution" that may sound shocking to some but is all too common in Europe, Asia and other places besides America.
Using a bike, scooter, electric scooter or even a gas scooter or moped will dramatically reduce your fuel bill.
Paying $4-$5 a gallon can be a thing of the past if you think outside the box, and invest in alternative transportation to get through the Monday-Friday grind.
Whether you commute locally or need to take a car or van pool service, subway or bus - taking control of the ridiculous high gas prices may mean investing in another, affordable vehicle like electric scooters or a bike.
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