Ways to save on gasoline--and ways not to

In Westchester County, N.Y., where Consumer Reports is based, we’re no longer shocked by $4 a gallon gas prices. With $4.15, $4.39, or more for humble 87 octane regular posted atop many local pumps, $4 seems almost nostalgic. We can’t predict with certainty where prices are headed from here, but “up” seems like a pretty good guess.

If you’re looking for ways to save on gas (and who outside of Kuwait or Saudi Arabia isn’t?), here’s our auto experts’ latest advice on the topic (including some gas-saving myths you can safely ignore).

And if you’re thinking of unloading that gas-guzzler in favor of a more fuel-efficient vehicle, you might want to read our comprehensive cost analysis of making such a switch first.

Comments

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Just a few years ago, I remember the my fellow pizza delivery drivers at my Los Angeles Pizza Hut were near Anarchy at the cost of gas.

Gas had just crossed $2/gallon.

Tip your drivers!