Gas Saving Tips

Seven Gas Saving Tips: beating the gas pump blues
 
 How to find cheap gas and get better gas mileage
 
 This summer, travelers can expect more pain at the pump. Gas prices are up - and many travelers are taking note. Long, aimless summer road trips are no longer the cheap way to get away from it all like they were back in the day. But don't let the 3+ prices get in the way of your summer fun. There are plenty of ways to save money on gas and finding ways to squeeze the most out of your travel budget is really up to you. Luckily, we're here to help as best we can with a slew of information related to how to find cheap gas, getting better gas mileage and other gas saving tips.
 
 Driving and gas saving tips to get better gas mileage, find cheap gas prices and save money:
 
 1. First and most importantly, consult Gas Buddy to find cheap gas in your area. Gas Buddy is a site dedicated to compiling current gas prices at stations around the country. You can look up any city to find the cheapest stations. Obviously, saving 25 cents a gallon is not like winning the lottery, but it could translate into a cover charge at a club, lunch on the road, a travel guidebook, museum admission or a few bottles of sun block. Hey - a penny saved is a penny earned right?
 
 2. Drive the speed limit, no matter how dorky you feel. The faster you drive - the more gas your car uses. Plus, the slower you drive, the more roadside scenery you can enjoy!
 
 3. Drive smoothly. Jerky starts, tailgating, sudden stops and erratic lane changing eat up fuel quickly. They also increase the likelihood of unwanted beverage spillage and road rage.
 
 4. Get regular maintenance on your car. Keeping the engine tuned and changing the oil and air filters regularly will help your car run efficiently and save you money in the long run. A happy car equals happy traveling and better gas mileage.
 
 5. Reduce "drag" during long drives.

Open windows, bulky car- top containers, open sunroofs and excess junk in the trunk mean your car has to work harder to run, especially when you're driving on the highway.
 
 6. Only use air conditioning when you really need it. Dress in shorts and a tank top to keep cool, drink cold water and you can handle sweating a little bit.
 
 7. Don't fork over the extra cash for higher grade gasoline if your car doesn't require it. Check your owner's manual to find out what's best for your car.
 
 Jillian Scheeler makes it easy to provide ways hows to use gas properly and save it accordingly. To recieve free part minicourse visit the http://www.travelpost.com
 
 
 About The Author
 
 Jillian Scheeler is a spontaneous road-tripper and avid writer working on assignment for TravelPost.com - The Premier Source for Unbiased Hotel Reviews and Ratings. This article can be reprinted freely as long as all links remain active.