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Gas Prices Rising? Suggestions on How to Increase your Car's MPG

Gas Prices Rising? Suggestions on How to Increase your Car's MPG

The world is facing quite a tough economic time. Therefore, having a way of saving some money, no matter how little it may seem, can go a long way in helping you balance your budget in the long run. As a driver, you need to find ways of saving on your fuel consumption, particularly now that fuel prices seem to be skyrocketing. Below are some tips that you can count on to improve your car's miles per gallon (MPG) of fuel efficiency. Remove Excess Weight If your vehicle has front-wheel drive, having unnecessary things in the trunk weighing down the real axle can reduce the front wheels grip and reduce your mileage. This means that you will have to unnecessarily spend more time and fuel to get to your destination. Therefore, if you would like to improve your car's MPG, you need to get rid of any unnecessary load in your vehicle. Inflate the Tires Properly If your tires are not properly inflated, they can reduce your mileage and force your engine to consume more fuel to move yo ... read more