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Gasoline prices have seen some extreme highs recently and they’re only expected to get worse. It seems that there is no relief from the rising cost of gas. While we have to drive, we need to do all we can to conserve and save money on gas—for the long haul.

Driving a car is expensive, but cars are a necessity for most of us. Only a few people might be able to truly give up driving because of high gas prices. Most of us, though, must look for ways to save on fuel. One way to do so is by improving your car’s mileage. Apart from buying a new car with better mileage, it is possible to improve the mileage of your current car.

Become a more efficient driver. Efficient driving means you develop careful and effective driving skills. Avoid aggressive driving such as sudden acceleration or braking. This can waste a substantial amount of gasoline—as much as 33 percent—which can really rack up some money. Surviving the high cost of gas may mean driving more carefully and avoiding sudden acceleration and sudden stops whenever possible as a means to improve your gas mileage.

Get rid of excess weight. Not yours personally, but in the car. We tend to accumulate a lot of junk in the trunk of the car over time. We may tend to just ignore it, but that excess weight can actually lessen your car’s mileage. The extra weight on your car means it requires more power and energy to move. And the extra energy translates into more fuel usage, and more money for fuel. Simply making the car lighter by removing unwanted weight will use less gas on each trip and save you money.

Get regular check-ups. Again, this is referring to your car, not your person. But because cars go through a lot of wear and tear, over time, this affects your car’s mileage. Following the manufacturer’s preventative maintenance schedule will help alleviate greater fuel usage because of a poorly maintained vehicle. Care for your car well and you’ll get better gas mileage, even after years on the road. Regular tune-ups will also help your car run better and get better mileage, even as it ages.

These are just a few simple ways to increase your gas mileage and survive the high prices we all face at the pump. Follow these tips and you’ll be pleasantly surprised at how much better your gas mileage will be, and you’ll almost certainly notice the savings the next time you fill up.

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Darlene ‘Dee’ Bishop is a professional writer whose work has been published in hundreds of places online and in print. She specializes in frugal living and business topics, and publishes the Just Write for Business ezine to help others write like a professional as well. Sign up at http://darlenebishop.com now.

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