By David Israel, Business Manager
Is your tank running on empty? If you answered this question yes, you probably are not getting the best gas mileage you can get today in Chattanooga. I recently read a blog article, which I can't remember where, and I 
was amazed by some of the tips that were provided on getting better gas mileage with just a few minor changes to the way we fill our gas tanks. I have actually spoken to several people who had no clue, like me, on ways to save money and increase gas mileage. When driving down the road these days, the prices of gasoline can really scare us and we wait until the last minute to fill up to get the best price, not always the best answer. Here are some great tips to better mileage
1. Don't let your gas tank get below half full! You might say, well what will that do for me, well in the heat of the summer the gas in your tank actually evaporates. The more gas you have in your tank the more gas you are actually able to use. If you have more gas in your tank, you will get better gas mileage. You also won't be hit with a $50-$70 hit at one time. Spread they payment out over time, filling a tank that is half full will cost you $30-$45 instead.
2. Fill up in the Morning or Evening. The temperature of the day can affect how much gas you are getting. If you fill up in the heat of the day, you actually will get more fumes in your tank. "Filler up" in the morning or evening when the temperature is cooler, the gas you get is more dense.
3. Avoid a station with a tanker. If you are driving into a station that is receiving gas from a gas truck, drive to the next station. When a gas truck is unloading into underground tanks, they stir up everything that is in the tanks, so if there is dirt or sediment, that is what you will get in your tank. No one wants dirty gas, so move on to the next station.
4. Replace your air filter. A clean air filter increases gas mileage; most people next change them. Air filters are easy to change and only cost five or six bucks at your neighborhood auto parts store -an easy investment.
With gas prices sky rocketing this summer, any relief we can find can make life a little easier. This advice will not save you thousands of dollars, but it will help save you money. Stay tuned to our blog for more helpful advice.
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