The car is no longer about prestige. For some people, the car is an important transportation included in the daily necessities. Just like the others in the group’s transportation needs must be made economical and effective as possible so as not to disturb the stability of the household balance sheet.

This condition is particularly felt in major cities. In some city, there is nearly 40% of expenditure in this post. More than 50% travel is back to work, approximately 20% to go home or school.

Savings can be started when buying a car. Choosing a used car can save several million dollars compared to new car from the same model (of course that is still worthy and feasible). Similarly, the tax to be paid is also more efficient.

Configuration in line four-cylinder engine is more efficient than the V6 or V8 much better performance. Anyways, what for used the speeding car in the city when the cruise speed averaged only 8 km / h, much smaller than the international average, 12 km / h. The car is lighter, friendlier, and too little about gasoline.

Even if it’s been a car, you can still make savings with the simple steps that match common sense.

* Do not heat the engine too long

Machine heats the habit is good, but not for too long. Because of the burning gasoline does not get you anywhere. Moreover heat faster cars while driving. Moreover, current car technology did not take many minutes warming.

* Treat the car gently

Run a car with a soft and smooth. Bring the car to the ideal speed / cruising fast but do not be rude. Try to stable at that speed. This will save gasoline. Avoid the habit of speeding and brake repeatedly. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the most economical speed range from 40 km / h to 100 km / hour. Running a car with a soft, not only saves fuel but also extend the life of the engine, transmission and brakes.

* Be careful with roof rack

May not have thought that placing items on roof rack will cause the gasoline becoming more extravagant. In fact due to disruption of airflow caused goods placement engine must work harder and this means more gasoline. When equipped with air conditioner, make it a habit to close all the windows, because open windows would disrupt the flow of air and create new barriers.

* Use recommended fuel plant

If your car is designed to use premium, yes buy premium. Buying gasoline is more expensive does not provide a significant advantage. Just be careful with the balance of premium still sold by gas station. This tends to produce gas deposits in the engine’s crust in the long run.

* Caring regular.

Car care habits, including regular oil change will ultimately reduce operating costs, because the car operating in peak condition and are rarely damaged. Machines that are not in tune up gas 10 absorb 20 percent more than the diligent care. Modern machines are computer controlled do not require tune ups as often as the old machine, but still must be treated. Make sure the car is maintained according to schedule on manual. Act swiftly when he heard or felt the sound, vibration and smell different, will help reduce the risk of dry bags.

* There must be authorized workshops

Authorized dealer of course equipped with modern equipment and experience to improve their production cars. But the official workshops are usually more expensive than ordinary workshop. So it’s good for regular workshops with experienced and professional mechanic to perform routine maintenance of your car. While in certain cases classified as difficult and rare, better utilize authorized workshops. Get used to keep track car maintenance every time the car into the garage. These notes will be useful later on when the car will be sold again.

* Check your tires

Often the driver fails to check tires. And tires that are less wind pressure require more energy to flow, in addition to faster wear. Check the tires at least once a month on the cold conditions. The recommended pressure is usually listed in the manual or on the inside of the car. This habit will extend the current ban expensive.

* Seat belt not a decoration

Take advantage of a seat belt, because this device proved to provide optimal protection during collision. The risk of injury can be reduced, as well as the cost of hospital care.