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Save Money On Gas
By Mr Ethanol | June 6, 2008
By Keith Mullin - Associated Content:
Wallet Getting sucked dry at the pump?
Here are some useful hints and tips to help you save some of your hard earned dollars when filling up your gas tank.
Maintenance/Car related
Perform regular maintenance regularly. Having fresh clean oil and a clean air filter can do wonders for your gas mileage. Your engine will run smoother and be able to breathe better making it more efficient. Have your oil changed every 3000 miles and check your air filter every 6000 miles, if it looks dirty replace it. Check your other fluids (anti-freeze/coolant, transmission fluid) regularly and fill them appropriately, this will not only keep them in working order, but will also help you spot minor problems before they become major.
Use the lowest grade of gasoline possible. Buying a higher octane rated gas is a waste of money unless your car specifically asks for it. Higher octane gas is made for one purpose, to reduce something called “knock” in engines, and unless your car requires a higher octane rating, buying it wont do anything for your car and end up costing you more. You can usually find out if the manufacturer recommends a higher octane rating by looking in your owner’s manual or inside the cover for your gas tank. If your car recommends a high octane gas then give it what it wants or you run the risk of doing serious damage to your engine, but if there is no recommendation, then get the cheapest stuff available.
Make sure your tires are properly inflated. Go on, read full post.
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