How to Save Money on Gas

How to Save Money On Gas- Buy a different car or Does Hybrid car Save you Money On Gas?

1. Save money on gas by buying a diesel. Diesel cars can often get better mileage than comparable hybrids. Getting a diesel car also allows you to save money on gas because you can use bio-diesel or even waste vegetable oil (WVO/SVO) fuel in the vehicle.
2. Buy a hybrid. Not only do hybrids help you save gas money, the U.S. government and your local state offer tax breaks for those who are going to use gas saving cars. Federal deductions for using gas-saving cars can be as high as $2,000, but check before buying to see if they’re still in effect. Keep in mind that a Hybrid is more expensive than a regular car, so you need to compare the purchase price to the actual gas savings by switching. In some cases, it may not make sense.
3. Buy a smaller car. Generally speaking, smaller cars are lighter and get better gas mileage. You can get a good deal buying a low mileage used car. This can really help you save money on gas. Read the rest of this entry »