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a drag, so use a truck bed cover or open your tailgate (as long as there is nothing that can fall out).

5. KNOW HOW AND WHERE TO PUMP GAS

Use the manufacturer recommended gas for your truck. When you fill up with gas, fill up completely and keep your tank over one third full so that the engine receives a steady supply of gas. Also, be aware of your local gas prices. Fuel prices change frequently and may vary by as much as 20%. Check out websites, such as GasBuddy.com, to find the best prices in your area.

TRUCK MODIFICATIONS

Modifications, such as cold air intakes, free flow exhaust systems, and computer programmers can all help improve gas mileage because they increase the power of your vehicle.

Before you consider these options, think about what your primary goals are. If your main goal is to increase your trucks overall gas mileage, then you are on the right track. However, if your goal is to save fuel in order to save money, then you must take into account the costs of any modifications. As gas prices continue to rise, you may see a return sooner than you would expect.

1. Cold Air Intake Systems

Stock air boxes are only meant to work at the optimal range for your engine. Replacing the air filter will not only increase horsepower, but will also decrease your fuel consumption.

Cold air intake systems work in two main ways. First of all, they allow more air into the engine, which then produces more power. Also, they usually have a divider that separates the air filter from the heat of the engine. The cooler the air is, the more dense it becomes, and dense air lets the fuel injectors supply more fuel to the engine, which then increases the engines power.

2. Free Flow Exhaust Systems

A free flow exhaust system uses the combination of mufflers and tailpipes in order to make a vehicle run quieter without restricting the exhaust flow. This can improve performance and fuel economy.

This modification is often overlooked, because by itself, will not do much. However, when combined with the cold air intake system, there will be a noticeable increase in gas mileage.

3. Computer Programmers

A plug-in programmer or replacement chip can change computer settings to help improve fuel mileage and performance.

There are many methods to increase fuel efficiency. Truck maintenance and efficient driving are very important ways to increase gas mileage. If consumers want to take their gas saving efforts to the next level, they should consider truck modifications. As always, consumers should do as much research as possible and keep their goals in mind when deciding what the best options are.

Sources: www.GasBuddy.com, www.DailyFuelEconomyTip.com, www.About.com, www.fueleconomy.gov, www.wikihow.com,

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