Thrifty Tips--On the Road

I seem to be attracting a number of thrifty tips. When it comes to the automobile, I feel the need to become a gas-sipper as opposed to a gas-guzzler.

I liked these tips...

• Drive the speed limit. For every 5 mph you drive above 60 mph, you are paying an additional ten cents per gallon for gas.
• Use cruise control on the highway. You can improve fuel economy by driving at a steady speed.
• Keep tires properly inflated.You can improve gas mileage by around 3.3% by keeping your tires inflated to the proper pressure.
• Avoid quick starts and stops, don't tailgate, and don't idle.
• Fill your tank at night, as there will be less evaporation. It will also reduce emissions during the peak daylight hours when ozone formation is most likely to occur.
• Park in the shade. The heat of the sun causes toxins to evaporate from the fuel tank of your car.
• Don't use conventional antifreeze--it is very toxic. Try to get some made from propylene glycol, which is less toxic, or use recycled antifreeze.