Tips To Help You Improve Gas Mileage

• Check your tire pressure at least once a month, including the spare. Underinflated tires can negatively impact vehicle performance, tread life and fuel efficiency.
• Check that your air filter isn't clogged. Replacing a clogged air filter can improve a vehicle's gas mileage by as much as 10 percent.*
• Avoid overloading your car. Extra weight reduces fuel economy.
• Use the grade of motor oil recommended by the vehicle manufacturer.
• Make sure your car is properly tuned. Regular vehicle maintenance can improve gas mileage by an average of 4.1 percent.*
• Make sure your gas cap is on tight and is not damaged.
• Avoid quick or “jackrabbit” starts and stops, which can reduce your gas mileage by as much as 33 percent on the highway and 5 percent in the city.*
• Observe the speed limit. Gas mileage decreases rapidly when a vehicle reaches more than 60 miles per hour.*

*Source: http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/maintain.shtml
and http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/driveHabits.shtml

Check tire pressure

Check tire pressure monthly or before a long trip and follow the manufacturer's recommendations printed on the vehicle door placard or in the vehicle owner's manual. It's important to check the spare tire, too.

Inspect your tires

Inspect your tires once a month for uneven treadwear, cuts or cracks, bulges, foreign objects or other signs of wear or damage.

Rotate your tires

Have your tires rotated and the balance checked every 6,000 miles. Check your vehicle owner's manual for further details.