February 21, 2026 1:24 PM

Ways To Save Gas In Your Vehicle

CAJON PASS, CA. (Pain In The Pass) >> From gas apps to slowing down, these gas saving tips will keep your tank and wallet full.

Here is some tips you can utilize to maximize your miles per gallon.

  • Use a Gas App on your phone such as GasBuddy to find the cheapest place to fill up near you.
  • If your vehicle can run on regular(87) gas over premium(91) you can save money.
  • Use a cash/gas cards or shopping clubs card to save money over a credit card.
  • Keeping your tires filled to the manufacturer’s specifications will give you better fuel economy.
  • Scheduled maintenance like air and oil filter change.
  • If you are not using it, remove the roof racks and special carriers. It cause an aerodynamic drag.
  • Don’t leave your vehicle idling. Like warming up or waiting in line for gas/food.
  • Remove performance chip.
  • Racing to the next stop sign/signal just to stop there. Slow down to a stop.
  • Use cruise control on the freeway.
  • Drive the speed limit.
  • Avoid buying gas when the delivery truck at the station. It stirs up sediment, which can clog your fuel filter.
  • Remove excess weight from the trunk or inside of the vehicle.
  • Tighten your gas cap.
  • Combining errands into one trip saves you time and money.
  • Check the Pain In The Pass Facebook Group for up to date traffic conditions on the freeways. Stop and go traffic wastes gas.

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1:24 pm, Feb 21, 2026
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