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03/01/2011

Get The Best Fuel Economy This Summer

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Fuel Gauge Summer will soon be upon us and that means vacation time, weekend road trips, and plenty of driving. Before you hit the road, check out these fuel saving tips:

  • Avoid high speeds/use cruise control.
  • Avoid jackrabbit starts and sudden stops.
  • Remove excess weight from the trunk — extra weight decreases gas mileage.
  • Keep your tires properly inflated.
  • Use overdrive gears if you have them.
  • Use your air conditioner sparingly.
  • Check and replace air filters regularly.
  • Get a tune-up and change your oil regularly and right before a long trip.
  • Use gasoline formulated to give better mileage

Visit RTM for more tips.www.localshell.com.

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During summer the family would usually go for a vacation. Long road trip will expected and an increase in fuel usage is noticeable. The tips given above were just simple things that can help us save a lot. Follow these steps and surely you'll enjoy your summer long road trip.

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