Save More Money On Gas!
90% of US households spend nearly $3,000 a year on gasoline on average. People are always looking for ways to save money on gas. And if you can, why not do it?
We have put together a list of ten things you can do to save you money on gas:
1. Buy Discount Gift Cards for Gas
You can find a lot of discount gift cards for gas online. These will work at most Shell, Gulf, and Mobil stations. They will save a few dollars for each purchase, but that can amount to massive savings on an annual basis.
2. Drive Sensibly
Rapid acceleration and short bursts of speed can cost you a lot when it comes to gas. Slow and consistent motion is always preferred over haphazard driving. Land Rovers, for instance, can get 14% better mileage using cruise control. Practice smooth driving and you’ll definitely save some money with improved gas mileage.
3. Time Your Trips to the Gas Station
Gas prices can rise on Thursdays due to high chances of weekend travel. To avoid these increased expenses, fill up the tank before Thursday or on major holidays.
4. Use Your Smartphone to Find the Cheapest Gas Station
Your smartphone is for more than just browsing Facebook and Instagram. Use it to find the cheapest gas in your area. Apps like AAA Triptik and GasBuddy will help you find the nearest and cheapest fuel.
5. Get a Gas Rewards Card
Too few have a gas rewards card. It’s like not getting a rewards plan even if you’re a frequent flyer. There are a lot of websites out there that can introduce you to deals for gasoline rewards. You can get free gas if you collect enough points, so why not? Sign up for that rewards card!
6. Don’t Leave Your Engine Idling for Very Long
Shut off your engine if you’re not going anywhere. You’re wasting gas, and you’re polluting the environment.
7. Strategically Use Cards or Cash
Some gas stations charge a premium if you pay with credit cards, but some give you discounts on them. Find out and use what you can to save money.
8. Maintain Your Car
Keeping your car maintained is how to save money on gas in the long run. If you have a clunker or a car that you treat badly, it will have bad mileage. Just keeping your tires inflated can improve your gas mileage by 3.3%. So pay attention to your maintenance.
9. Be Picky
Stop going to the gas station close to your house or the highway so you can get it over with. This can cost you nearly 15 cents more per gallon. Find a gas station that has cheap prices and stick with it.
10. Don’t Overload Your Car
This is a no brainer, but it needs reinforcing. If you’re carrying around your entire life in your car, stop doing it. It’s obvious that the heavier your car gets the more gas it will require to cover the same distance. Only keep the bare essentials in your car. Leave the rest at home.
