More Tips For Saving Gas Money

Response to our article (Why Throw Away Your Gas Money?) has shown that tricks to keep fuel costs down is now a high priority with many people. So, we have compiled a couple more tips to help you keep more of your cash in your pocket, rather than the oil company’s bank.

Extra Weight = Extra Fuel

Simply put, the heavier your car is, the more energy it needs to move. As your car’s energy comes from burning fuel, the less weight in the car, the less fuel it uses. Every 25kg extra you carry adds around 1% to your fuel bill. So, if you want to save a bit of fuel, reduce the overall weight. This as not as hard as it sounds as it’s surprising just how much stuff seems to accumulate in a car – and how many people leave ‘junk in the trunk.’

Less Foot

Controlling your right foot can have a big effect on your fuel bills. Blipping your accelerator when you start and stop your engine not only wastes fuel; it also causes needless wear in the engine. Sharp breaking also wastes energy (so fuel) and causes needless wear. If you can learn to drive smoother, with less harsh acceleration and braking, you can save huge amounts of fuel each year (and quite a few mechanic’s bills).

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