Ways To Save Energy While Driving

Monday, March 03 2008 @ 03:14 PM PST

Contributed by: kristen

This is just the beginning to the many ways you can save energy while driving. Please leave a comment with your tips on how to save energy while driving. Let's see how many we can get.

* Use cruise control on the highway to maintain a constant fuel-efficient speed.
* Check your tire pressure regularly. You'll be safer and save gas at the same time.
* Moderate your speed. You'll save up to 30% of your gas.
* A roof rack increases drag. Remove it when it's not being used.
* Replace your air filter once a year. You'll get 10% more mileage.
* Don't idle for longer than 30 seconds. Turn the engine off instead.
* Carpool, the less cars on the road the safer and better for the environment.

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