With gas prices constantly on the rise, it always helps to know some tips about how to easily save money at the pump.

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Practical ways to save gas, number one: maintain proper tire pressure. Adjust it to the label inside the door or the fuel filler door. Number two: get rid of excess weight. Junk in the trunk of the car, well, that cuts down on fuel economy. Also make sure any plastic pieces under the car, the ones on the front especially, that they’re in place and properly attached- that they didn’t get torn off on a bump or in snow or ice because they have a big effect on fuel economy. As far as things under the hood go, most of the things that would effect fuel economy, if they go bad, well they will turn on the check engine light. And remember that air filters, contrary to what you will be told, air filters do not effect fuel economy on a modern car. So don’t put a new air filter in there trying to get better mileage. Last but not least, and this is the one where you can really really save fuel, and that is to let up on your right foot. This business of full throttle accelerations from the traffic light and so on can waste 40% of your fuel.

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Pat Goss is the master technician on the television program MotorWeek, where he hosts a segment called Goss' Garage. Known as "America's Most Trusted Mechanic," Pat is the President/Owner of Pat Goss Car World, Inc. in Seabrook, MD. It is considered one of the best outfitted shops in the country. He helps consumers understand car problems and teaches them how to speak the same language as their technician. Since 2008 Pat has been a spokesperson for CARCHEX, a Hunt Valley, Maryland-based company and the premier provider of Extended Auto Warranties and Mobile Vehicle Inspections.