It’s no secret that prices at the pump are increasing. This is something that usually happens in the summer. Even if you come to expect higher gas prices, it doesn't ease the pain of having to spend more of your hard-earned money at the pump. Of course, you could just sell off the car and get a scooter, that would save you money. But that would be impractical as you take turns in the work carpool and there is just no way you can fit four people on a scooter. Especially, Carl from accounting, he has some mighty long legs. While selling your car and buying a scooter is not a very good idea, there are ways in which you can save money on gas. Groovy Automotive, your car repair service in Austin, offers ways in which you can save money by saving gas.
Drive Less It doesn't take much of an effort to drive less and save money. You can start by combining your errands into one trip to avoid having to drive into town multiple times a week. You may also want to consider walking or riding your bike to places that are nearby. After all, your bike is just gathering dust in the garage. Turn Off the Engine If you're in the car waiting for your spouse to “be down in one minute,” 20 minutes ago, make sure you have the engine off. Idling is a huge waste of gas and it contributes to the pollution in the air. You should also turn your engine off when waiting for a train to pass or in any other scenario in which you will be idling for more than a few minutes. Wind Resistance Remember to remove luggage racks and bike racks that are not in use as these tend to make your vehicle less aerodynamic and less fuel efficient. Tune the Engine Car engines should be tuned up on a regular basis. A properly tuned engine will use less gas and save you money. So if it has been awhile since your last tune-up, now is a great time to make that call and schedule an appointment. Change the Filters You should have your filters checked on a regular basis and changed out when they get too dirty. This is especially true if you travel a lot on dirt roads. Clean filters will keep your car running more efficient and give you better gas mileage. Check Your Tires Under-inflated tires not only wear out faster, they waste a lot of gas as well. Having properly inflated tires reduces friction and gives you much better gas mileage. Turn Off the Air Conditioning If at all possible, use your air conditioning only when you have to have it. If you can stand driving around with a window open instead, it will save on gas and you will save money. Have Groovy Automotive take a look over your car to make sure you are getting the best possible gas mileage. Give us a call today.
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