Three Easy Ways to Save at the Pump.

Fuel efficiency isn't just a passing trend- it is here to stay. Yet as vehicles become more fuel efficient, it seems that Americans are still shelling out the dough on gasoline. Last year alone American households, on average, spend $2,912 a year on gas. That's a serious chunk of change for the average vehicle owner, taking up about 4 percent of every households pre-tax income. In order the curb this trend we have put together a list of three easy ways to make your vehicle more fuel efficient, without having to break the bank.

1. Keep an auto log. Every time you fill up at the gas station make sure to record your fill-ups and mileage. If you notice your MPG worsening, visit a service technician that can help you diagnose if there is something is wrong with your car.

2. Don't get a case of road-rage. Aggressive driving, such as rapid acceleration, speeding, and sudden braking wastes gas. If done regularly, it can lower your gas mileage by 33 percent on the highway and 5 percent in the city. So next time someone cuts you off or you see a V8 about to rev it's engine, just take a deep breath and remember: the safer you drive, the safer you make the roads for others and the more money you save on gas in the long run.

3. Clean out your vehicle. Unnecessary items in your vehicle, especially the ones on the heavier side, can add extra pounds to your vehicle and can cause a reduction in your vehicles MPG. To make sure you're getting the best MPG for your vehicle, remove dead weight at the end of every week. That way your vehicles weight doesn't change and your MPG remains consistent. 

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