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(NAPSI)-Here's a tip to help drive down what you pay at the pump. The sticker saying how many miles to the gallon a new vehicle gets is only an estimate. Actual mileage varies and is largely dependent on your driving habits and other factors.
For instance:
• Driving on underinflated tires can reduce fuel economy.
• Driving at higher speeds up to a point can reduce gas mileage 10 to 15 percent.
• Coasting-rather than accelerating-to stop signs and red lights can save fuel.
• Carrying extra weight in the trunk can waste fuel.
• Keeping a vehicle properly tuned up can also improve gas mileage.
Conscientious driving and good vehicle maintenance can optimize fuel economy.
For more information, visit www.autoalliance.org.
Driving habits affect a vehicle's fuel consumption.