The Lazy Man's Way to Save Gas
Everyone's concerned about gas prices these days, but not everyone is able or willing to leave the car in the garage and travel on foot or on a bike. If you cringe every time you watch the numbers at the gas pump spin higher and higher, there are some ways you can save gas without abandoning the vehicle to which you've become so attached.
The easiest way to save gas is the one that most people often forget: Don't let your car unnecessarily idle. When you're waiting in line at the drive-up ATM or sitting outside your child's school at the end of the day, turn off the motor. You'll be amazed how much gas can be saved over time if you make a point of doing this on a regular basis.
If you're traveling on a warm day, consider rolling down the windows instead of turning on the air conditioning. You might get a few beads of sweat on your brow, but you'll still perspire less than you do when you have to pay the service attendant at the gas station. In winter, layer your clothing while in the car so you can avoid turning on the heat as much as possible. .
Another great gas-saving idea is to travel shorter distances for regular errands. Shop at the grocery store closer to your house rather than the one that's farther away but has more free samples. Get a membership at a gym in your neighborhood instead of the brand-new, high-tech facility on the other side of town. Try to accomplish as many errands as possible in a single outing.
Finally, if you are obsessed about having your car cleaned at least once a week, consider doing so at home rather than at a car wash. Not only will you be saving the $7 to $10 most car washes charge, you'll be saving gas by staying home as well. You can always treat your car to a professional wash every four to six weeks.
There, you just discovered four great ways to save gas. These are simple, cost-effective tips that even a lazy man--or someone who loves his car too much to stop driving it--can easily adopt.
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