USE REGULAR GAS
Unless your vehicle requires premium gasoline, filling up your
car with high-octane gas is a waste of money. The premium gas
doesn’t boost your gas mileage or performance. If you're not
sure what grade works best for your vehicle, your owner's manual
will tell you. You can also ask your mechanic what grade to use.
Using regular gasoline over high-octane gasoline could save you
hundreds of dollars a year.
CHECK YOUR TIRE
PRESSURE ONCE A MONTH
Buy a digital gauge and keep it in your glove box. Compare the
pressure in your tires with the recommended pressure listed in
your owner's manual and on the placard located in your car door.
Then inflate your tires as needed. Be sure to check tire
pressure when your tires are cold. A good time is early in the
morning after your car's been idle overnight.
DON'T SKIMP ON
MAINTENANCE
Your car's performance depends on it being properly maintained.
The owner's manual of your vehicle will tell you what
maintenance is needed and when. If you have any questions, your
auto repair shop will be able to show you the recommended
maintenance for your car. Follow the car care guidelines
outlined in your owner's manual.
KEEP YOUR
ENGINE TUNED
Fixing a car that is out of tune or has failed an emissions test
can boost gas mileage by about 4 percent. So be sure to give
your car regular tune-ups. You'll also want to watch out for
worn spark plugs. A misfiring spark plug can reduce a car's fuel
efficiency by as much as 30 percent. Ensure your mechanic checks
for them.
FOR ANY
QUESTIONS REGARDING YOUR VEHICLE'S MAINTENANCE PLEASE CALL
732.667.3947 |
