With gas prices soaring most drivers are looking for ways to lower their amount of gas used per mile driven. MPG stands for miles per gallon and is the common metric for comparing different gas efficiency. One big tip you hear about is keeping your tires properly inflated. It’s also important for safety factors to avoid accidents or losing handling capability. How fast you drive does make a difference. Moderate to slower driving will save an average fuel amount of 30% over a fast aggressive speed. Don’t speed. Even going five miles over the posted speed limit will impact your mpg. Another tip is don’t idle the car excessively. It waists gas and can wear out your engine sooner. Get your car tuned up to make sure its working at peak operating performance. Carrying heavy loads puts a lot of strain on your vehicle and takes its toll on gas usage as well. So check those tire pressures, slow down a bit, get your car tuned up, and remove extra weight to stretch those gallons further.