Inflate your tires to the proper pressure. Under-inflated tires result in poor gas mileage. Check your tires with a tire pressure gauge (inexpensive and readily available at auto supply stores as well as most large retail stores). The proper inflation pressure should be located on a sticker inside the driver’s side door panel.
Don’t idle your engine. Idling wastes gas and creates much unnecessary pollution. If you’re going to be stopped for more than 60 seconds, turn off your engine.
Take it easy. Driving a little slower and a little less aggressively can help save gas.
Dispose of your motor oil properly. Whether you change your oil yourself or have a mechanic do it, make sure the used oil is properly disposed of. Check to see if your garage has a program to recycle used oil. Many mechanics will also accept for recycling used oil that you’ve changed yourself.
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