With today’s quickly and steadily increasing gas prices there are many ways individuals are trying to economize. Especially here in the Midwest, we are dependent on our cars for going to work, shopping, going to the doctor, getting the kids to school, etc. We don’ have public transportation available in the small towns so we have to be inventive in helping cut our expenses. One of the best ways to get more MPG (miles per gallon) is to practice good driving habits. These include gradually increasing and decreasing speeds instead of “gunning it” or “slamming on the brakes”. Choosing routes with fewer stop signs and lights. Being sure the tires are properly inflated. Keeping the vehicle tuned up, oil changed regularly and service done timely. While it is important to warm up the car in cold weather, don’t let it idle more than necessary. While it doesn’t help MPG, it does help conserve fuel to plan your errands to make fewer trips and have a route to not backtrack.
