Frugal Tips For Making Your Car More Efficient

Frugal Tips For Making Your Car More Efficient

We are still living in these tough times. Frugal living seems to be on everyone's mind every waking moment. Everyone is tightening the belt in all aspects of their everyday life. Their homes, their budgets, and overall making wiser choices. One area that might be overlooked could be the everyday driver we all use. 

Thankfully, gas isn't at 4 dollars a gallon, but we all can make some choices that will stretch fuel economy to the maximum. Overall, cars and trucks these days knock down pretty good gas mileage, but keeping that auto running in top form will get you more dollars per mile. Not only that, but keeping them running at their best will increase the life, and hopefully prevent costly breakdowns. We can't predict the future, but we can take some preventive measures to avoid major issues.

What can one do to increase their fuel economy? Frugal living in the automotive field is really simple. Some things you might want to try are these. Oh no, look - another list!!

1 - Keep a close eye on your tires. Regular rotation of tires and keeping them properly inflated is the top thing you can do to increase fuel economy. Longer tire life will be an added bonus.

2 - Keep up regular service intervals. Oil changes, air filter inspections, and a good look under the hood is another good way to avoid big breakdowns. Remember, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

3 - Most cars are equipped with cruise control these days. Use this feature while on the highway. A car's computer is a much smoother driver than even professional race car drivers. Let the car do the work for you. After all, you paid for it.

4 - Slow down!! Not only will this keep you out of trouble with the law, lower engine rpm's take less gas. Leave an extra few minutes early if you have to, just keep it at the speed limit.

5 - Avoid the jack rabbit start. Drag racing has it's place, and it's not at the stop light. A smooth, steady acceleration is the frugal way to go.

So, some helpful tips to include your car or truck in the frugal lifestyle. If you are uncomfortable doing these maintenance items yourself, there are scores of dealerships and repair shops in any town or city across the nation. They probably even have a special going on that day or a coupon. These professionals need us to spend money with them, and they in turn will provide a fantastic service in trade. This probably sounds like you won't have any savings by spending money on your vehicle, but the savings will be realized in the long run. A well maintained car is a happy and more efficient car.

To all who read this, keep fighting the good fight, and remember, we ARE on the road to recovery. There is nothing wrong with being smart in today's economy and living the frugal lifestyle. Together, we all can make a difference.

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