5 Easy Ways you Can Save Money on Gas

Heard about the latest gizmos to improve your gas mileage?

Well… studies show they don’t deliver as promised… and some can even damage your car’s engine.

The latest gas saving gizmos don't deliver as promised, and may lead to you  spending more than  you save. But there are easy steps you can take to increase your gas mileage and stretch your gas dollars.

Here are five easy ways you CAN save money when it comes to your car:

1. Clean out your trunk. Don’t carry what you don’t need.

2.  Slow down. Every five miles per hour over 60 costs you a quarter extra for a gallon of gas.

3.  Go online to find the least expensive gas stations in your area

4.  Turn off your engine if you’re parked and waiting.

5.  Keep your tires inflated to the recommended level to get better gas mileage.

So, always check out offers that promise to lower your gas millage before spending your hard earn money.

Do you have any great tips for saving money on gas?

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How to Save Money on Heating your Home

More than HALF our household energy costs go to heating? Energy efficiency isn’t just good for the environment, it means lower utility bills, too.

One way to reduce your energy waste is a home energy assessment. Your utility company can help – or you can learn how to do it yourself at EnergySavers.gov.

You’ll learn to look for air leaks around windows and doors, check ducts for holes and to improve your insulation.

Another time to cut energy costs is when you shop for a new appliance.  Look for the Energy Star logo and read the EnergyGuide label.

And there are day-to-day things you can do. Lower your thermostat in winter and raise it in the summer. Close fireplace dampers when they’re not in use. And keep air filters clean.

What tips do you use to save on your heating costs?

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