Posted on: 05. 24. 22
We still have quite the journey ahead of us to lower gas prices. Even though the President recently authorized oil leases and auctions in May, he’s stepped down on some of these promises.
So, since gas prices continually seem to climb in Texas, your neighborhood fuel experts are here to help you out. Here are Pro-Gas’ fuel-saving tips to help your gas costs stay a little lower this summer.
Slow Down!
Did you know that simply driving the speed limit can reduce how much you spend at the pump? Although your vehicle may be built for fuel efficiency, speeds above 50 miles per hour significantly reduce your gas savings. Every 5 mph driven over 50 mph is about $.018 in extra gas spent.
So, we always recommend driving the speed limit and using cruise control on those long summer highway drives.
Don’t Slam On Your Brakes
Stop-and-go traffic is always a fuel-guzzler. However, if you speed up and then brake heavily, the jarring acceleration and stopping will eventually cost you an earlier trip to the gas station.
Instead of tapping the brakes on the highway, maintain a consistent speed, and rely on rolling resistance as a deceleration method that helps you save gas money and come to a safer stop.
Keep Your Vehicle Load as Light as Possible
Summer is on the horizon, and you may be planning a big family road trip. Pack conservatively, because the extra weight of your luggage could waste your fuel efficiency. Rooftop hauls and overpacking your trunk can increase your vehicle’s drag by hundreds of pounds. Even just 100 pounds over your average load can reduce your fuel economy up to 25%.
Avoid Idling
We get it. Summer can be hot, and it’s tempting to leave your car idle and your AC blaring while you wait for a friend or loved one to complete an errand. Although idling for a few minutes may not seem like a big deal, it is. Even just an hour of idling with AC use leads to a half-gallon of wasted gasoline.
Save yourself some money, shut down the car and accompany your friend or relative on their errand.
Practice Proper Vehicle Maintenance
Vehicle maintenance is key to your vehicle’s fuel economy. Summer is the perfect time to get your car tuned up and ready to run well on the road. Some of the best ways maintenance can save you fuel include:
- Oil changes to improve engine efficiency
- Proper tire inflation
- Wheel alignment
- Regular filter replacement
- Keeping axles and wheel bearings lubricated
This upkeep helps your car travel safer on the road, improve its mileage, and save you extra trips to the gas station.
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