59 Miscellaneous driving tips


Use a sunshade to keep your car cool and avoid the use of the air conditioner.
Park in the shade when it's warm.
Make sure that your parking brake is fully released before you start driving.
Use a block heater in winter to pre-warm your car engine.
Don't ride the brake. Drive with a smooth, constant speed.
Keep the transmission fluid in your car at the proper level.
If there is smoke is coming from your tailpipe make sure that you make an appointment with your mechanic.
Make sure that your cooling system thermostat in your car is working properly.
Avoid air conditioning leaks by constant checkups with your mechanic. Pre-1994 vehicles use CFCs for cooling.
Immediately fix a slipping transmission.
When you rev up your vehicle's engine it wastes gas. Avoid revving your engine before your turn it off.
If you cant find a place to buy low priced gas on one day wait if you can until a few days later since the price of gas is constantly changing.
Buy your gas at the wholesale clubs, like Costco. You can often save over 10 cents a gallon or more. If you don't like the wholesale clubs get a gas credit card. You'll get a 1% to 5% discount when you buy that brand of gas.