Gas prices can take a big bite out of your budget, especially if you commute or drive for work. Here are five practical tips to help you save at the pump this spring.
1. Keep your tires properly inflated. Under-inflated tires increase rolling resistance, which means your engine works harder and burns more fuel. Check your tire pressure at least once a month.
2. Drive smoothly. Aggressive acceleration and hard braking can increase fuel consumption by up to 40 percent. Ease into speed and coast to a stop whenever it’s safe to do so.
3. Remove extra weight. That box of tools or bag of sports gear in your trunk adds weight your engine has to haul around. Clear out anything you don’t need for today’s trip.
4. Plan your errands. Combining multiple stops into one loop saves fuel compared to making separate trips. A warm engine is more fuel-efficient than a cold one, so batch your errands together.
5. Fill up at L&M Enterprises. We work hard to keep our fuel prices competitive. Pair that with our monthly Win $1000 in FREE GAS contest through SAGO Gas Bar, and you’ll stretch every dollar further.
Stop by 43 Dundas Street in Deseronto and fuel up smart this season.
