Save money on gas

So I found some ways through All You Magazine to help us all with the gas prices. I also at the bottom have a link to be able to get 2 free preivew issues of All You Magazine, which is a great magazine that gives you tons of tips on how to save money, and even includes a lot of coupons!!!  

Save money on gas

Beat the crazy prices at the pump with 11 smart strategies

 

1. Be loyal

 

Use your grocery store’s preferred-customer card to earn extra savings at the pump.

Kroger: For every $100 worth of groceries you buy, save 10 cents per gallon of gas at a Kroger Fuel Center. Visit kroger.com.

Stop & Shop: After a $50 minimum grocery purchase, save 5 cents per gallon on regular or plus gasoline and 10 cents per gallon on premium. Visit stopandshop.com.

Safeway: Club Card members save 3 cents every day at store pumps and earn 5- or 10-cent bonuses for eligible purchases of $50 or more. Visit safeway.com.

Giant Eagle: Earn “fuelperks” and save 10 cents per gallon of gas when you spend $50 or more. Visit gianteagle.com.

 

2. Avoid using debit cards

 

Don’t pay for gas with your debit card (at the pump or inside the store). Some banks charge fees for using the card, which increases the cost of already pricey gas. Certain gas stations also request that banks put a hold on a set amount of money in your account to make sure you can cover the purchase. So even if you spent only $20 on gas, you may not have access to as much as $100 of your money for a few days. This can lead to problems like bounced checks and result in more fees. Pay with cash or a credit card instead.

 

3. Get free gas

 

What could be better than a no-cost fill-up?

Meijer’s Fuel Rewards Program: Look for “free gas” signs around the store. Then purchase participating products and you’ll receive free gas rewards at the checkout that you can use at any Meijer Gas Station.

FuelLinks: Use your FuelLinks card and earn “cash-for-gas” on your purchases. Join online at fuellinks.com, check out the extensive list of participants and start earning rewards redeemable at certain gas stations.

4. Become a member

 

Joining a club or organization may be worth it when gas savings come along with membership.

American Automobile Association (AAA): Members who use their Gas Rebate Platinum Plus Visa card get up to a 5 percent gasoline rebate on any pay-at-the-pump purchase. Visit aaa.com.

Big warehouse clubs:Sam’s Club, Costco and BJ’s Wholesale Club often feature some of the lowest gas prices in town. Keep in mind, though, that the cost of membership (typically $35 to $45 a year) will eat into your savings. But if you buy enough gas, it may be worth it.

 

5. Buy yourself a gas gift

 

Purchase a Wal-Mart gift card and use it instead of cash to pay for gas fill-ups at any Wal-Mart or Sam’s Club gas station. You’ll automatically save 3 cents per gallon. Think of it as a prepaid gas card with benefits. Visit walmart.com

 

6. Fill up far from roadways

 

Gas prices tend to be higher the closer you are to interstates and major highways. Avoid the gas stations on the side of the road and near the off-ramp. Drive a few blocks, and the gas costs may drop considerably.

 

7. Earn credit card rewards

 

Rebates and cash-back awards are becoming popular as gas prices rise. Learn about credit cards with gasoline savings at pumpandsave.com.

Discover Open Road Card saves you 5 percent on gasoline and auto-maintenance purchases in addition to other cash-back bonuses. Visit discovercard.com.

Chase PerfectCard offers a 6 percent rebate on gas at any gas station for 90 days and 3 percent thereafter. Visit chase.com.

Chase BP Visa card features 5 percent rebates at BP locations. Visit chase.com.

Phillips 66-Conoco-76 MasterCard gives you a 4 percent rebate on every purchase at any of these three fuel providers. Visit p66conoco76.conocophillips.com.

Shell Platinum MasterCard earns you 5 percent rebates on Shell gasoline and 1 percent on all other purchases. Visit shell.com.

ExxonMobil MasterCard saves you 3 percent on gas and 1 percent on other purchases at Exxon and Mobil retailers. Visit exxon.com.

8. Find cheap gas

 

Visit these Web sites to get up-to-date gas prices in your area and other great fuel-saving tips:

• gasbuddy.com
• gaspricewatch.com
• gasprices.mapquest.com
• fueleconomy.gov
• aaa.com
• automotive.com/gas-prices

 

9. Beware of scams

 

The Environmental Protection Agency evaluated or tested more than 100 supposed gas-saving devices, from air bleeds to mixture enhancers, and found none that significantly improved gas mileage. In fact, some may actually increase exhaust emissions or cause damage to your car. Be leery of products that say they improve fuel economy or are endorsed by the government–the claims are probably false.

 

10. Get a heads-up

 

Meijer tells you when its stores’ pump prices are about to go up. Register your cell number at meijer.com to receive a text message. Click on “At Stores,” then “Gas Text Alerts.”

 

11. Calculate your costs

 

Want to know how much gas you’ll use during your next road trip? Check out these Web sites to find out so you can plan your route accordingly:

• fuelcostcalculator.com
• fueleconomy.gov
• roadtripamerica.com

Every month ALL YOU magazine is packed with tips like these that you can really use. Treat yourself to two free trial issues.