Who would have guessed that this year’s gas price would raise to an average high of $4.25 a gallon?  High gas prices call for hard times, and Americans are doing everything to save their hard earned pennies.  There are many fixes you can do to get the best gas mileage possible for your car. 

•  If you don’t have to drive don’t.  Simply walking or biking to your destination is the best way to save on gas.  Not only are you saving on gas you’re getting a great workout at the same time. 
•  If you have the opportunity, take the highway. Taking the highway avoids stoplights and gives your car better gas mileage.
• Check your tire pressure.  This simple task will only take a few minutes and can save you money by giving your car better gas mileage.  Find out what pressure your tires should be at and keep them filled to that level.  For best results check weekly.
• Get a gas credit card.  Gas credit cards can save you up to 10% on fill ups!  Credit card companies like BP and marathon will give you a discount if you use their credit card.  Example: Spend $4.00 a gallon and save $0.40, if you have a 20 gallon tank and it costs $80.00 to fill up you can easily get away with spending $72.00! 
• Check your air filter. By checking your air filter you are guaranteed better gas mileage.  Air filters usually cost only a couple bucks at your local auto store.
• Use websites to compare gas prices.  Simply visit websites like gasbuddy.com and find the best gas prices in your area.  Very simple to use, type in your zip code, find the closest place to you and start saving today!
• Avoid using the air and heat in your car.  Every time you use the air and heat you’re burning more gas.  Dress according the weather, layer your clothes or roll down the windows.
• Avoid rush hour traffic. This is one of the easiest ways to burn gas.  The constant stop and go traffic will be a huge loss in gas.  Try to avoid these situations by taking back roads or avoid leaving to go somewhere that hour of the day.
• When driving up a hill be sure to accelerate before hitting the actual hill.  By doing this you’ll use less gas as you gradually go up.
• Accelerate slowly.  When the light turns green don’t accelerate too fast.  The harder you hit the pedal the more gas you’re going to burn.
• Combine all your small trips.  Try and run all your errands when you’re out.  Avoid making one stop trips.  Plan your schedule accordingly.

Use these helpful tips and watch how much your gas mileage improves!