If you really want to save money on petrol, consider these petrol saving products...
49. Use overdrive gears on the highway
When you are travelling on the highway try to use your overdrive gears. By using your overdrive gears you can improve the fuel consumption in your car during highway type driving. The concept behind overdrive gears is that they decrease your engine speed, saving you on engine wear and fuel consumption.
If you are uncertain about how to use your overdrive gears, ask a friend or put in a call to your mechanic for some advice.
50. Use petrol saving products
Although the studies are still inconclusive you might want to consider using fuel saving products to save you money at the petrol pump. The following products have been tested by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):
Air Bleed Devices.
These types of devices are designed to bleed air into the carburetor and are generally installed in your vehicle in the Positive Crankcase Ventilation line.
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Fuel Max
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Aquablast Wyman Valve Air Bleed
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Fuel Saving Device
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Grancor Air Computer
Vapor Bleed Devices.
These devices are related to the air bleed device but in this case induced air is forced through a container that contains a mixture of water and antifreeze. This device is usually installed in the engine compartment.
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Econo-Mist Vacuum Vapor Injection System
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Mark II Vapor Injection System
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Turbo Vapor Injection System
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Atomized Vapor Injector
Liquid Injection.
These types of fuel saving products add liquid to the air and fuel intake system of your car instead of into the combustion chamber of your engine.
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Goodman Engine System-Model 1800
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Waag-Injection System
Ignition Devices.
These devices are usually attached to the ignition system of your car. (Can be used as a parts replacement).
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BIAP Electronic Ignition Unit
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Special Formula Ignition Advance Springs
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Magna Flash Ignition Control System
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Baur Condenser
Fuel Line Devices.
These devices are used as a cooler or a heater. The fuel is heated just before it is injected into the carburetor. When this type of a device isn't used the fuel is generally heated by the cars electrical system, the exhaust, or the engine coolant.
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Russell Fuelmiser
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FuelXpander
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Jacona Fuel System; Optimizer
The above fuel saving products may or may not help you save in your petrol consumption and cost but if you are seriously looking for a way to save money you may want to consider trying one or two of the products.
51. Use a fuel cost calculator
Using a fuel cost calculator will help you to estimate the specific fuel costs for your car. This will help you in determining how much petrol you are using to fuel your vehicle each year
52. EPA Fuel Economy Ratings
Fuel economy ratings will help you to make an informed decision when it comes to buying your next car. This is a great way to save money at the pumps by being as informed as you possibly can about your next car purchase.
When you are looking around for your new car many car dealers will be offering you this type of information for a particular car that they want to sell.
Make sure that you make your own decision when it comes to determining what vehicle is best for you and your family.
53. Choose a fuel efficient vehicle
With the information provided to you by the EPA you can make a wise choice when it comes to buying your next car. There are many guides out there to help you with your decision.
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Never make a rush decision when you are buying your car or truck. Take your time and make sure that you comparison shop to make sure that you are getting the best deal that you can.
Most of the newer cars that are being produced these days are highly fuel efficient so you can be assured that you will be making the right choice no matter what type of car that you buy.
It will all come down to what car is best for you and which one appeals to you the most. By using consumer guides you can see which cars are the most popular on the market today.
54. Purchasing a Vehicle
When you are purchasing a vehicle here are some things that you should keep in mind if you are thinking about fuel efficiency:
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Buy a smaller vehicle that will meet your needs in the city. If you want a larger vehicle, that you wont be using on a daily basis, you might want to think about leasing one.
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Consider putting yourself on the waiting list of the ever popular hybrid car. The amount of money that you'll save in petrol costs will pay off in a short amount of time.
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Choose fewer of the power options that you are offered when you buy your new car. These power options include air conditioning, power windows, and automatic transmission.
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Buy a two wheel drive if you have no real need for a four wheel drive vehicle.