1. Have your Ford inspected on a regular basis.
Maintaining your Ford with regular checkups is highly recommended.
Even if it's not the most exciting thing on your to-do list you should never put off getting your car's regularly scheduled maintenance done because it could end up costing you more money in the long run. What’s worse, is it could have a negative effect on the health of the engine.
Check out the recommendations for the vehicle's regular maintenance that can be found in our service department.
2. Always make sure that the pressure in your tires is at the recommended level.
Not only will maintaining your tires with the appropriate amount of tire pressure prevent them from wearing out as quickly, but it will also increase your fuel economy. Maintain the recommended level of tire pressure at all times for fuel efficiency. Proper tire inflation is important because it helps reduce rolling resistance, which means less energy is needed to propel a car. Low tire pressure can also cause unnecessary wear on tires and contribute to premature tire failure. The ideal tire pressure is a compromise between ride comfort and fuel economy.
3.Don’t drive with a lead foot!
It is possible that you will get to your destination more quickly if you have a lead foot; however, this will result in increased fuel consumption on your part. Driving aggressively wastes gas and can reduce your gas mileage by anywhere from 15% to 30% when you are traveling at highway speeds, as stated by the United States Department of Energy.
4. Only use Top Tier Gas
Utilizing fuel with a higher Tier rating can assist you in achieving cost savings. What exactly is meant by the term "Top-Tier Gas"? This is a term that refers to the detergents that are added to fuel in order to reduce the amount of gunk that is produced by the engine as a result of the combustion process. The highest quality gasoline is available right here.
5. Avoid Premium Fuel (Unless You Need It)
Many car owners believe that putting premium fuel in your vehicle is an excellent way to take care of it; however, automotive experts say that doing so is a waste of money if the manufacturer does not recommend using premium fuel. You can find out what type of gasoline is recommended for use in your vehicle by consulting the owner's manual that came with it.
6. Stop leaving your air conditioner on continuously if you want to save money
It is true that we are in the south, and it will be extremely difficult to navigate Macon without the assistance of air conditioning during the dog days of summer. But if you can make it through some of the spring and fall months without using your air conditioner, you will definitely see a reduction in the amount of fuel you use. Because it is powered by the engine, using the air conditioner in your vehicle results in a reduction in the amount of gas that is consumed compared to not using the air conditioner.
7. Make use of cash back and rewards programs
One of the easiest ways to save money on your gas is to use cash back and rewards programs. These days, credit cards, debit cards, and many other types of loyalty programs are offering cash back and rewards programs. Some programs offer gas discounts, while others provide you with cash back when you spend on certain categories.
When you shop at select grocery stores, such as Kroger, you have the opportunity to earn savings based on the total amount of money that you spend.
8. Combine errands
It may require additional effort on your part, but preplanning your trips around Macon and Milledgeville in order to cut down on the total amount of time spent driving is essential if you want to reduce the amount of money you spend on gas. It may seem silly given that these are short trips of less than 10 miles round trip but they do add up. So that trip to the gym, grocery and home improvement store could all be done at one time and save in the long run. Consider delaying your trip by one or two days so that you can combine multiple trips into one and save money in the long run.
9. Find gas stations with cheaper prices by using apps that save money on gas purchases.
Conduct research into how much a gallon of gas costs in the Eatonton area. Installing an app on your mobile device that guides you to gas stations with lower prices is a time- and labor-efficient way to cut costs and save money. We strongly suggest downloading the app GasBuddy.
10. Cut down on the amount of time your car is running
Do you pick up your child from school and let the engine run while you are sitting in the parked car? Leave your spouse in the car with it running while you pop inside the grocery to pick up a few things? There is a possibility that you are squandering fuel. Depending on the size of the engine and whether or not the air conditioner (AC) is being used, idling can use anywhere from a quarter of a gallon to a half gallon of fuel every hour, according to the Department of Energy. When you park your vehicle, ensure that the engine is turned off before you do so.
11. Don't Get a Car That Drinks Gas!
You may believe that you absolutely need to have a large SUV in order to get around Macon or for those long trips, but the costs of fuel can really add up over time. There is a selection of environmentally responsible Ford automobiles available to select from (yes, even SUVs). You can custom order of our Ford vehicles that gets great gas mileage right now.