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Tires can help save gas.(Brief article)
Don't overlook your tires when it comes to saving fuel. Underinflated tires, for instance, require more energy to roll along, which eats up more gasoline. They also cause a tire to wear more quickly.
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Use a tire gauge at least once a month to keep them inflated at the vehicle manufacturer's recommended pressure. That figure is typically found on a placard on the driver's door jamb, but check your owner's manual for the location on your car and for the proper procedure. Don't go by the maximum inflation pressure embossed on the tire's sidewall.
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