If you’re a driver, there are many costs that you have to pay out, and it can get excessive. You’re always thinking, ‘is there any way that I can save some money, whilst still having all of the things that I need in order to be on the road?’
However, there are plenty of ways to save money on your car costs, and we’ve put them down here so that you can watch your spending go down, and your spare cash go up. Read on for three useful money saving tips!
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Drive more responsibly
Ok, we get it. As a driver you always want to get to places as quickly as you can, and this can cause you to go a little faster than you probably should. However, even if you’re going 10 miles per hour faster than you usually do, you could be using up to 10% more gas, and over time this could mean that you’re splashing the cash where you don’t need to.
Make sure that you don’t just slam the breaks on all of the time, and you don’t slow down too quickly for speed bumps, and you’ll be making sure that you get more miles for your money every time you fill up your tank. Do your best to drive responsibly, it’s for the good of your wallet!
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Contest any tickets that you have
We’ve all been there; you’re in a hurry and you get caught out by a speed camera, or you’ve parked your car somewhere that you shouldn’t have and you’ve landed yourself a hefty fine that you have to pay when you really don’t have the money to do it. Whilst this can be super irritating, you can try to get your fine dismissed, by writing a letter to the issuing body.
Unfortunately, this is met with limited success unless you know what you’re doing, but there are companies out there like GetDismissed who have a much higher success rate when it comes to contesting tickets. Don’t just pay your fines straight away!
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Try car sharing when you can
If you spend most of your gas money driving to work, you may benefit financially from trying out carpooling with your colleagues. For example, you could come to an agreement that one of you will always drive on Mondays, and another will drive on Tuesdays, and pick you all up on the way.
This will save you money on gas, as you’ll only be driving to work once or twice a week, and it will also be great for you to bond with your team members during the journey. On top of this, it is great for the environment, so you can save the planet whilst saving yourself a bit of cash! Speak to your colleagues about this, and get saving.
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Extra ways to save with your car…
A car is an essential part of life. With one, you can get to places quicker and easier than ever. Plus, there’s no reason to rely on other people. Let’s face it – public transport can be a joke, and it’s as expensive at times.
So, ditching your vehicle won’t come easy. It’s a lot like trying to get a child to throw away their safety blanket; it makes them feel comfy and safe. However, removing this one asset from your life can save you a fortune in the long-term.
Take a look at the tips underneath to find out how and why.
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Accidents And Collisions
As soon as one happens, it’s important to act fast to limit the damage. By looking for the best attorney nearby, it’s possible to be proactive rather than reactive. This is how claimants win cases and secure their well-deserved compensation. However, walking means there’s no need to be involved in a crash in the first place. So, things such as physical therapy and insurance claims go out of the window. If you’re unlucky enough to get hit as a pedestrian, it’s something you have to accept. But, the stats say pedestrians and cyclists only account for 17% of all road collisions.
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Taxis
Even if you don’t drive, you may hail a taxi cab. With apps such as Uber and Lyft, they have never been as accessible. And, that is saying something considering they are all over major cities and towns. But, they are still expensive and cost passengers a large sum of money each year. Yep, that includes taxi-calling apps as they have a constant “surge in pricing” due to high demand. Walking is free so that means there is no reason to set aside hundreds or thousands of dollars per year. All you need is a few bucks for new shoes every now and again.
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Fuel Efficiency
Cars need gas to get the engine revving. Your body needs energy too, yet it gets it from a different source: food. On average, groceries shouldn’t cost you the same amount as gas. If it does, something is seriously wrong! On a serious note, eating well may be expensive in some respects but it isn’t extortionate. Gas prices are rising on a regular basis. Plus, there are the health and safety elements. Walking more increases fitness and helps the weight fall off and that normally results in eating less.
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So, there are many ways to save money as a driver, why not try out these simple tips and see whether they can help you?
Happy saving!
Stanley
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