Gas Saving Tips

How to Get the Highest MPG

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 16:06:17 -0600

MPG is an acronym that stands for miles per gallon, and it is something all drivers should be familiar with. With the rising cost of gasoline, many people find it difficult to keep their tanks full. Some drivers on limited budgets drive around close to empty, and some even end up running out of gas. What can be done to get the highest MPG out of the car you are driving? And if you are looking for a new car, what kind will give you the most miles per gallon at a price you can afford? Tags: Highest Mpg

How to Understand MPG Ratings

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 16:06:17 -0600

Every driver needs to understand MPG ratings. MPG stands for miles per gallon, and is an EPA given rating that tells you how many miles to the gallon you can expect for a certain vehicle. When shopping for a vehicle the higher the MPG, the better. You will notice that the numbers will be different for city and highway. Let's take a look at one of the highest MPG cars available today, the Toyota Prius. On average you'll get an MPG of around 45, which is pretty darn good. The EPA rating for the Prius is 60 MPG for the city and 51 for the highway, although most drivers report an average MPG of around 45. Tags: Mpg Ratings

Conserving Gas -- Fleet Cars

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 16:06:17 -0600

If you are interested in conserving gas, fleet cars are a touchy subject. If your company uses fleet cars there are some ways to make the costs more affordable. The first step is to look at what kind of vehicles you are using and if they are the best choice economically. Next you may want to think about providing your drivers with gas fleet cards which are preloaded with a certain amount of money so they can pay at the pump. And, you will definitely want to educate your drivers on various fuel conservation techniques which will help your bottom line. Tags: Gas Fleet Cars

What is Hypermiling?

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 16:06:17 -0600

In today's world of astronomical gas prices, drivers are developing strategies to help them save gas which of course means saving money as well. One such strategy is called hypermiling. This term describes procedures and techniques drivers use to exceed the EPA fuel economy rating which basically means making their fuel go as far as it possibly can. Some experts on this subject will tell you that you can match the fuel efficiency of a hybrid with a non-hybrid car by employing some of these techniques. Tags: Hypermiling