Nothing is more frustrating than having to realize that it is time to refuel again. After all, gas prices are at their all time high these days…

…and as gas prices sky rockets, everything else follows with it too. Now, more than ever, is the time to save fuel and be wise when it comes to using your car to improve fuel efficiency.

Luckily, we’ve come up with the top 5 proven money savings tips to improve your car’s fuel efficiency.

• Fix It: Addressing a serious maintenance problem, like a faulty oxygen sensor, can improve mileage by as much as 40 percent. 
• Tyre Pressure: Keep tires properly inflated and improve gas mileage by up to three percent.
• Engine Performance: Keep your car properly tuned to improve gas mileage by an average of four percent.
• Air Filters: Replacing clogged air filters on older vehicles can improve fuel economy and will improve performance and acceleration on all vehicles.
• Gas Cap: Replacing damaged, loose or missing gas caps will stop gas from vaporizing into the air.

“A small investment in simple and inexpensive vehicle care will add up to better fuel economy.”

In addition, modifying driving habits, such as observing the speed limit and avoiding quick stops and starts, can also increase fuel efficiency, consolidating trips, avoiding excessive idling and removing unnecessary items from the trunk are also easy ways to lower fuel consumption.. 

By spending a little to increase fuel efficiency, drivers can multiply fuel savings and save more money on the long run..

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