Gas-Saving Tips

With gas prices at an all-time high, it seems we have to completely empty our wallets to keep our tanks full. Try these tips to feed your guzzler and your wallet.

1. Skip the Drive-Thru: sitting in a drive-thru line for food, an ATM or whatever is a good way to burn gas. Just park and walk in. Not only will you save gas - you'll also burn a few calories!
2. Park Further Away: circling and maneuvering parking lots while trying to find the closest spot to the store is also a good way to waste gas. Just park further away and walk and you'll avoid the unnecessary circling.
3. Hang Up and Drive: talking on the cell can actually make you less aware of how you're driving. Try to focus on not breaking those gas-saving rules instead of jabbering away on the phone.
4. Check the Traffic Reports: taking a minute to check these before you head out may save you from sitting in traffic and wasting gas on your way to your destination.
5. Streamline Your Vehicle: things like bike racks, car top carriers and flags take away from how aerodynamic your car is on its own. Keep the add-ons to a minimum and reduce wind resistance and gas consumption.
6. Don't Lane Hop: switching lanes often means that you're accelerating and braking more often. Try keeping your lane hopping to a minimum.