Save at the Pump with Life Hacks

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Driving is a core part of most American’s lives, which results in spending a lot of time filling up the gas tanks. Are you looking for a way to save some cash to help cut down on rising gas prices? Life Hacks is here to help with Simple Money Saving Ideas That You Can Implement Today! 

Join a rewards program

There are plenty of options for rewards programs you can join to help start saving on gas. Stations such as Exxon Mobil, Shell, and Murphy USA offer free programs that offer a direct discount at the pump. The points can be redeemed for savings on gas, store items, and even car washes! Get benefits with your loyalty without having to spend any extra money.

Keep up with regular maintenance

Taking the time to care for your car helps to lower the chance of high costs in the future. It may seem like your vehicle is fine, but not following regular checkups can make your car work harder than necessary, lowering the efficiency of the fuel economy. Checking the air in the tires, replacing filters, and regular oil changes can improve the overall mileage of your car. This helps to limit extra gas costs, time in the auto shop, and general car frustration.

Limit Idling

When you limit your idling time in the car, you save on your gas. If possible, time your trips to avoid heavy stop-and-go traffic that requires idling. There's no need to "warm up" your car on cold mornings, either as most recently made cars only need to run for about 30 seconds before you start driving; engines also continue to warm up as you drive.

Use air conditioning wisely.

Auto air conditioning can hurt your fuel economy by lowering it to almost 25% according to the Department of Energy. To be efficient in cooling down your car, try driving with the windows down or letting it air out before starting. Another tip is to not switch on the A/C until you're on the road; most air conditioning systems work better when driving. Try to park in the shade, under a tree, and use windshield covers to maintain a cool inside.

Drive Safely

An obvious statement to be made but can help you out in the long run. Aggressive driving can lower gas mileage by 15% to 40% based on Department of Energy reports. Speeding, accelerating rapidly, and suddenly stopping can cause accidents while increasing the wear and tear on your car. Gas mileage in most vehicles drops rapidly once you drive above 50 mph. Safe driving can open up better rates on your auto insurance cutting out even more expenses for you.

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