Global crude oil prices have sky-rocketed in recent years and they seem to be continuing in that direction for a long time to come. With crude oil prices constantly on the rise, you can expect gas prices to rise even higher than they already are. As a gas consumer dishing out up to $3 a gallon the thought of having to pay even higher gas prices can be scary.

There are ways through which you can lessen your gas consumption and I have taken the time to bring some of those ways to you:

Do not drive a gas guzzler -With gas prices skyrocketing, the last thing you are going to want is a car that consumes more fuel than you can afford. A first tip for you in this regard is to get a hybrid car. Though Hybrid cars may not be as fast and rugged as their full-time gas consuming counterparts, you should consider getting one if you are not going to be breaking speed limits any time soon. Hybrid cars are the cars of the future and so why not get a glimpse of these cars now rather than later.

Another tip under this is that even if you are not going to be getting a hybrid, researching gas consumption information before purchasing is a good way to purchase a fuel-efficient car. Different models of the same car most times do not consume the same amount of gas so by just looking at information which you can find on the internet, you still are able to purchase your favorite car with less gas consuming tendencies.

Ideally, it’s better for you to purchase a smaller car than that big SUV you’ve always dreamt of. SUV’s and other cars with above 6 cylinders should be off limit to you. If possible, limit your search to 4 cylinder cars alone.

Car maintenance - Change oil and visit car maintenance as often as your car manual suggests. Remember to keep tires inflated properly as under-inflation can consume more fuel and wear out tires faster. Also, wheel balancing and alignment should be undergone before taking any long trips or at least once every 2 months.

Use proper tires - By making use of snow tires in summer, you definitely will make your car consume more gas than normal.

Keep your car as light as possible - For every extra 250 pound you put in your car, one extra gallon will be consumed per mile.

Drive intelligently - Don’t make sudden stops and allow for gradual acceleration.

Avoid long warm-ups - Two minutes of car warming is enough even on cold winter mornings

Avoid that extra charge by using cash instead of Credit Card as means of payment

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