Louisville and Prospect Auto Repair

Gas Prices on the Rise!How to Maximize Your Fuel Economy Don’t be a victim to the rising gas prices. You can do your part to maximize your fuel economy. Our driving habits have a significant impact on fuel efficiency. 10 Important Tips to Save You Money at the Pump1. Plan your trips Map a route before you go to minimize unnecessary turnarounds and backtracking. Avoid peak traffic times. Combine errands and go to "one stop shops” where you can do multiple tasks (banking, shopping, etc.). 2. Slow Down Gas mileage efficiency tends to decrease above 50 miles per hour. According tofueleconomy.gov, for every five miles per hour that exceed 50 mph, drivers pay an equivalent of about 22 cents more for each gallon of gas. While each vehicle has its own optimal speed for fuel efficiency, speeding can result in 7% to 14% reduced fuel economy. Driving at slower speeds can save 22 to 43 cents ... read more