In our continuing series on how to reduce car costs, today’s tip is an obvious one: shut your car off!
If you are stopped waiting for a long train, shut your car off!
If you are waiting to pick up a passenger, shut your car off!
It sounds simple, and it is. Your gas mileage when you are idling is zero, so whenever possible, shut your car off. If you will be stopped for more than a minute, shutting your car off will significantly improve your gas mileage, and save you money.
