These are unusual times and we need everyone. Our great nation
is coming together. I?m finding so many ways to help; money,
food, clothes. It?s going to affect all of us. So I want to
share some great tips on saving gas. 1. Car pool, take the bus,
bike, walk. Car pools reduce travel monotony and gas expense ?
all riders chip in to help you buy. Conversation helps to keep
the driver alert. Pooling also reduces traffic congestion, gives
the driver easier maneuverability and greater "steady speed"
economy. For best results, distribute passenger weight evenly
throughout car. 2. Avoid filling gas tank to top. Overfilling
results in sloshing over and out of tank. Never fill gas tank
past the first "click" of fuel nozzle, if nozzle is automatic.
3. Slow down and drive steady. Speeding up wastes fuel. Also
avoid tailgating - the driver in front of you is unpredictable.
Not only is it unsafe, but if affects your economy, if he slows
down unexpectedly. 4. Inflate all tires to maximum limit. Each
tire should be periodically spun, balanced and checked for
out-of-round. When shopping for new tires, get large diameter
tires for rear wheels. Radial designs are the recognized
fuel-savers;check manufacturer's specifications for maximum tire
pressures. 5. Avoid rough roads when possible. Because dirt or
gravel rob you of up to 30% of your gas mileage. 6. Buy gasoline
at the coolest time of day. Early morning or late evening is
best. During these times gasoline is densest. Keep in mind - gas
pumps measure volumes of gasoline, not densities of fuel
concentration. You are charged according to "volume of
measurement". 7. Don?t use your air conditioning. Auto air
conditioners can reduce fuel economy by 10% to 20%. Heater fan,
power windows and seats increase engine load; the more load on
your engine, the less miles per gallon. 8. Plan ahead. Combine
your errands in the same area. 9. Keep your car tuned. Regular
tune-ups ensure best economy; check owner's manual for
recommended maintenance intervals. Special attention should be
given to maintaining clean air filters... diminished air flow
increases gas waste. Please Pray & Help Our Fellow Americans Who
Are Victims of Katrina. More tips are available for FREE that
you can download in a report ?30 Gas Savings Tips.? Get your
copy here; http://www.faceuptoit-youcan.com/ssale.html
About the author:
With a B. S. in Business Communications Kathy Thompsonnd has
taught her programs around the country. She writes and speaks
about Health, Personal Communications. Kathy's goal is to help
you be all you can be and reach your potential.
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