Don’t Let Gas Prices Drive Your Travel Decisions by Bobby Hamilton (NAPSA)—Just because gas prices hit record highs, you don’t have to let that keep you idle. There are ways to save. 1. Tires Tie In to Gas Savings: Check the air pressure in your tires regularly. The U.S. Department of Energy reports one pound rn) of underinflation =acosts two to three Buy gasoline when it’s cool out, such as early morning or late at gallon. At least once a month, peratures and gas pumps measure by volume, so you'll get = Bobby Hamilton ,,jles of gas per make sure your tire pressure matches the manufacturer’s recommended amount found in your owner’s manual. 2. Tune in to Tune-Ups: The U.S. Department of Energy says that a tune-up can improve gas mileage by night. Gas is denser in cool temmore for your money. less work your engine has to perform. 8. Plan Ahead: Cars hate grid- show each 5 mph you drive over lock. Avoid congested areas in order to keep your car from idling. Consolidate your errands. 10. Shop Around: If you’re driving a gas guzzler, consider a change. The difference between a car that gets 20 miles per gallon and one that gets 30 amounts to about $550 per year, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (Gf you drive 15,000 miles a year and pay $2.20 a gallon for gas). speeds. 6. Cruise to Savings: Use cruise control. Each time yourfoot presses the accelerator, your car quicker and easier. Learn moreat http://www.autovantage.com/ or 1-800-876-7787. Bobby Hamilton, a spokesman for AutoVantage, is the current NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Champion after achieving four four percent. Replacing a faulty oxygen sensor can improve mileage by 40 percent. 3. Healthy Air Filters: Replac- ing a clogged air filter can improve mileage by 10 percent. 4. Get the Pedal off the Metal: Fifty-five not only saves lives, it saves gas. Government figures 60 mph is like paying an additional $0.15 per gallon for gas. 5. Drive Sensibly: Accelerating and braking abruptly wastes fuel. Driving sensibly can increase gas mileage by 33 percent at highway expends more energy. Every time you brake for the car ahead, this energy is lost. 7. Take a Load Off: The less weight your car has to carry, the A service like AutoVantage can help save money at the pump and get you to your destination career NASCAR Winston Cup Series victories. He founded Bobby Hamilton Racing, which owns and operates three trucks in the NASCAR circuit.
