Submitted by Diana Shook
Calhoun County Secretary
WVU Extension Service
Do soaring gasoline prices have you wondering what you can do to get more mileage from a gallon of gasoline?
The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade unleaded gasoline currently sits at just over $2.60. While that price has steadily declined from the record high of $3.05 set earlier this year in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Americans everywhere are still seeking ways to cut cost at the pumps.
The U.S. Department of Energy and the Alliance to Save Energy suggest a few simple steps that you can take to save money by getting the most out of every gallon of gas you buy:
Keep your car tuned and in proper working condition. This step can improve gas mileage by up to 40 percent.
To improve fuel efficiency, replace your air filter and keep your tires properly inflated.
Avoid idling your car. Running your engine when you aren't moving wastes gas and money.
Obey the speed limit. Speeding reduces fuel mileage by up to 23 percent. Your gas mileage decreases rapidly once you get above 60 miles per hour.
By following these easy tips, you can save money and help the nation reduce its
energy use.
For more tips on saving money at the gas pump, visit www.energy.gov or call
toll free (1-877-337-3463).
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