Being a car owner means being aware of the fact that gas prices are fluctuating, among others. While we have no control over these movements, we can certainly be smart about how we gas up. One way is to schedule a trip to your local petrol station weekly. This way, you can avoid being caught with a blinking fuel gauge in the middle of a drive and just rushing to the nearest gas station that charges more per liter.
Here are other simple tips to help you maximize your money’s worth on fuel:
Turn it off
Switching off your engine is a must while gassing up. This is not only a safety measure, but also a cost-efficient one as idling consumes fuel unnecessarily. It was found that letting your car idle saves fuel only for seven seconds, after which it is better to turn your engine off to save on gas.
Stay at half
Keeping your car filled at least halfway will ensure that you have enough fuel in case there is a shortage, or sudden increase in prices. It also means you don’t have to worry should an emergency trip that is longer than your usual drive become necessary.
Keep it tight
Wondering why your mileage this week is lower than last when you’ve taken the same routes? Check your gas tank’s cap as it may not be screwed on tightly enough, making fuel vapors escape. This is a simple step that can be overlooked, so give the attendant a friendly reminder to seal the lid tight on your next visit.
Get that card
Nowadays, a lot of gas stations offer privilege cards for loyal patrons. These loyalty cards give you points for every minimum fuel purchase, or discounts on other products. Some gas stations also have promos that give the chance to win free gas or cash such as the Tuluy-tuloy na Gas, Tuluy-tuloy na Cash Promo of Caltex.
Every P300 single receipt purchase of Caltex fuels entitles customers to a promo code that they can use to register. Verified registrations earn an electronic scratch card which will reveal if the customer gets either a raffle coupon, or a P50 fuel discount voucher with a raffle coupon. The raffle coupon gives customers a chance to win cash prizes ranging from P5,000 to P100,000!
Keep in mind that periodic maintenance is also a big factor in ensuring that your car stays fuel-efficient. Aside from quality fuel, Caltex also has products and services that help your car cover more distance with less gas. You’ll appreciate this even more because a single receipt purchase of any combination of Caltex lubricants worth at least P300 is also eligible to join the Tuluy-tuloy na Gas, Tuluy-tuloy na Cash Promo.
For more details and to see a list of participating Caltex stations, visit www.caltex.com/ph/GasCashPromo. Promo runs until October 8, 2021.
Per DTI-FTEB Permit No. 121361 Series of 2021
Wise up when you gas up
Source: Balitanghali
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