Avoid excessive idling. Even long periods of “warming up” the engine during the winter is a waste of fuel. Buy a more fuel efficient car, a hybrid, or use a motorcycle if you’re single. Diesel engines use less fuel than the equivalent gas powered engine and may be a good choice in your area. Excessive braking and acceleration can reduce gas mileage with as much as 30%! Find out if your employer permits telecommuting (working from home). In freezing winter temperatures, the use of an engine block heater before starting will improve fuel mileage and decrease strain on the engine. Join...

By improving your car gas efficiency you can improve your gas mileage. Did you know that only 15% of the gas you put in your car is what is used to make your car run? That means that for every dollar of gas you put in 85% is used for other areas in your car. Here are five ways that you can improve your cars gas mileage and increase efficiency. First you need to change your oil on a regular basis. This keeps the engine working properly. The amount of wear and tear on the engine will be reduced when the oil is changed on a regular basis. If you cannot do this yourself you can have a friend or family...