9 Keep a fuel log


Invest in a small notebook and pen for your car and write down all your gas purchases and mileage that you travel.
Start to develop the habit of knowing exactly how much that you are spending in fuel costs.

You can also use your fuel log to keep track of the best places to buy your gasoline. You want to see a pattern develop so that you can track your gas spending habits and then make changes if needed.

If you are buying a used vehicle privately, or from a dealer, find out if there is an owners manual so that you can find out how to take care of your vehicle.

If youre lucky, there may be fuel log of some kind from the previous car owner.