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Old 07-26-2008, 07:47 AM
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Many think that saving gas money is difficult to achieve. Since gas is costly these days, they would assume that they cannot save on even a single cent for a gallon of gas. But in reality, you can. You just have to be smart when it comes to dealing with money and your gas spending.

If you want to know these secrets, then here are the four ways to save gas money:


1. Find the lowest gas price.

For those who cannot afford that expensive diesel, find an option for your gas. Although this might be a little hard if your car specifies a specific kind of diesel, so be sure to check your owner’s manual before switching to a lower brand of gas. If you don’t know where to look for one, do a research online. There are hundreds of websites and links that will cater to your gas needs. Some websites have updated information and statistics on the different gas stations that offer lower gas prices. They always keep track of the prices every 24 hours.
When to make gas purchase.

A helpful tip on getting cheaper gas is to know at which time of the day to fill your pump. You can fill it up before dawn or late at night, especially if the traffic volume is down. If you want to risk getting very early, then do so. But filling up gas at a later night can be good for you too!


2. Keep your car in good condition.

Included on the four ways to save gas money is to keep your vehicle in perfect shape. Do a regular check-up with your car. Properly check all the car parts: air filters, spark plugs, and fluid level. Keep your tires inflated so that it won’t cause you trouble down the road. Also, remember to lighten up the load on your trunk.


3. Get a gas card.

Yes, get one for yourself, preferably a gas reward card. Carrying cards and using them for gas purchases can actually save you a whole lot of money. With a gas card, you earn rebates, reward points, and other benefits. It really depends on how much the card will reward you with the purchases that you make. To make sure that you are making the right decisions, ask the locals for the best gas card deals in town. They will recommend which card will fit best for you.

So there you have it. Those are the four ways to save gas money. Make use of these techniques and your gas problem will be solved in no time!
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Old 08-31-2008, 10:54 PM
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Default Re: Proper ways on saving gas money

Hybrid is the best option for saving gas. Even though it is costly, the extra energy used to build a hybrid is negligible over the lifetime of the car. Additionally, hybrid batteries are fully recyclable.
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yeah thats true. but it is the costliest option. Hybrids cars are supposed to be much more costlier than the normal ones. i guess that is the sole reason why we dont see them on the roads more often
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Old 10-07-2008, 06:04 PM
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i sold both of my cards and bought a scooter, it cost me 2 dollars to fill up and can last me 2 days. I think that's a great way to save money on gas.
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