There are a lot of misconceptions about fuel grades – and by fuel grades I mean the octane rating. With names like “Standard," “Super," “Plus," and “Premium,” it&rs...
Maintaining your car or truck will make it more efficient. It works the way it was designed to and that means it uses less fuel: And you save money.
To help organize our discussion, let&r...
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High gas prices have hit most of our budgets in the area. If increased fuel costs are consuming a bigger portion of your budget, you may be tempted to skimp in some other...
Something we hear quite frequently from residents is that their fuel economy is down and their vehicle just doesn't have the pep it used to. When that happens, one of the things we look for is c...
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Zylstra Automotive Tech Question:I was driving on a local road and my vehicle started sputtering. And then the engine finally quit and I couldn't get it started. I was towed to a...
This fuel saving tip for residents is so simple you won't believe it. It has to do with your gas cap. The first thing is to make sure it's screwed on tight. If it's loose, gas vapor will be constantl...
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Most residents associate turbochargers and superchargers with hot rods and racing. However, the number of everyday cars and trucks coming to from the factory with chargers ...
Let’s review some things that anyone can do to improve fuel economy. Bottom line – the better you maintain your vehicle, the less fuel you will use. It all adds up in a big way...
