ATLANTA – www.AutoTrader.com advised consumers facing long road trips this holiday season to conserve gas by following some practical, commonsense tips. Easy ways to become a more efficient driver include:

  • Drive the more fuel-efficient car if you have a choice, especially on long-distance trips.

  • Use cruise control when traveling the same speed over a long period of time.

  • Run all errands at once, or holiday shopping at stores that are in the same area.

  • Avoid aggressive driving, such as revving the engine and accelerating quickly.

  • Take unnecessary items out of the vehicle to lighten the weight the engine has to push.

  • Simply drive the car less – carpool to work, school or the store; order delivery food; rent a pay-per-view movie; take a walk, jog, or exercise at home.

  • Maintain the vehicle – replace air filters, inflate tires, use only necessary octane of gasoline.

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