Gas Money

Fuel by Angel Fragallo

Gas prices going up. Here's how you can save some money.

• If you're in the market for a new or used car, seriously consider buying a car that is good on gas. Last year I bought a Toyota Corolla that boasts 32 mpg city / 41 mpg hwy. I love my car... it's affordable, comfortable, sleek, 6 disc cd changer...
  

• The way you drive can also save some cash.Just a few minor changes can stretch that tank of gas . Check out these gas saving tips , and use at least three.
  

• Read the Terms and Conditions of your major credit card.

Give yourself time to be able to read and understand what they include. Many companies provide the car rental insurance so you don't have to purchase it from the rental company. Call your credit card company before you rent the car, to verify what they cover. This alone, will save you about $20 per rental day. A lot of people fib and say they have coverage to avoid paying, hoping nothing happens. Good News! You may already have coverage.