We’re trying to report positive information, but most is pretty bad these days.  I noticed that the price of gas came down a couple pennies today.

Most vacations may be over, so you may not be driving more, but we should find a way to reduce our use of gas and save – a few pennies.

Use the right oil.

Check your owner’s manual, or the manufacturer, for the recommended grade of motor oil. The wrong oil can negatively affect your vehicle’s efficiency.

Lighten your load.

Remove unnecessary items from your trunk. The more weight you carry, the more fuel you’ll burn.

Get rid of your roof rack.

If your vehicle sports a roof rack that you’re not using, take it down. It increases wind resistance and cuts your efficiency.

Don’t “warm up” your engine.

Even at the coldest temperatures, you car doesn’t need a five-minute warm-up. Thirty to 45 seconds will do it.

Buy gas at the right time.

Evenings are better than hot afternoon for filling your tank. Gasoline is denser when temperatures are cool, so you’ll get more for the same price.

Use your A/C wisely. 

At highway speeds, you’re better off running your air conditioning than opening your windows and increasing drag. But when driving around town, keep your windows down and the air conditioner off to conserve fuel.