We at Riverside Dodge know the pain of the gas pump. We all feel that pain every time we fill up, but the good news is that there are things you can do to make the pain less, well, painful when you fill up your car.
Here are some tips that we've learned over the years at Riverside Dodge for getting the very best gas mileage you possibly can from your car.
- Drive efficiently. It can be rough out there on the roads, but driving aggressively (especially banging on the brakes) can reduce gas mileage by as much as 33 percent, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Instead, try driving more slowly and relaxing a bit behind the wheel, which is not only good for your car, but also your health. Driving the speed limit can also result in better gas mileage.
- Plan and combine your trips. At Riverside Dodge, you could say we are car people and we do enjoy driving our cars, but we also know that driving less is one sure way of increasing our gas mileage; after all, the less you drive, the less you spend on gas.
- Choose a more efficient vehicle. If you are driving a gas hog, it might be time to trade that hog in for a more efficient car. At Riverside Dodge, we work hard to provide a wide array of vehicle choices, but we also pay close attention to filling our lot with cars that will provide the best fuel economy for you.
Consumers don't have a lot of control over rising gas prices, but they can make smart decisions about the kind of car they drive and how they drive it. At Riverside Dodge, we are here to offer suggestions and tips as well as help you find a fuel-efficient car if you decide that's your best step.