With gas prices as high as they are, it is essential to use some tricks during your daily routine to help you maximize your gas mileage. Here are some simple and practical things you can do to get the most out of each drop of fuel.

Turn Off the AC
Using your air conditioner is a drain on your engine and it kills your gas mileage when driving through the city. If the heat is not too bad, roll down your windows when traveling in “stop and go” traffic. Also, turn your air conditioner off a few minutes before you reach your destination. The remaining cool air will still keep you comfortable until you turn off your car.
Use the Cruise Control
This is a great feature for saving gas if your car has it. When you are driving down the highway, you typically accelerate and slow down without even knowing it. This is bad for your gas mileage. Instead, turn your cruise control on if there isn’t a lot of traffic. This will save gas because it keeps your speed constant.
Turn the Car Off
Do you often sit in a line at the drive thru window for several minutes at a time? If so, you could be wasting gas. If your car is going to idle for more than 20 seconds, you would save gas by just turning it off.
Check Your Tire Pressure
The air pressure listed on the side of your tires is the optimal pressure for maximum gas mileage. If your tires need air, you aren’t getting as many miles to the gallon that you could be getting.
By using these four tips, you should be able to squeeze more miles from a gallon of gas and put more money back into your pocket each month.