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Understanding Car Maintenance Myths Can Be Good For Your Wallet

We know saving money is high on everyone's agenda.  When it comes to car maintenance, there are a few simple steps you can take to keep cash in your pocket. 

We've all heard old adages about cars such as "buying premium gas is better for your car."  Not true. Unless your vehicle is specifically tailored to take advantage of the higher octane level in the fuel, it's simply a waste of your money  Your best bet is to put in whatever fuel is reccomended in your car's owners manual.  With current gas prices you can save over $150 per year by purchasing unleaded gas instead of premium.

With some help from the Ford Motor Company, West Herr is debunking other car maintenance myths to help Western New Yorkers spend their money elsewhere. 

MYTH: You need to let your vehicle engine warm up in cold weather.

Not true.  Since the engine warms up while you drive, you really only need about 10 seconds of warm up time.  Running your car any longer is just a waste of gas and, in turn, your money.  If you can brave the cold, dont run your car any longer than needed.  By not idling for too long in the morning, you could save more than a gallon a month – $32 a year or $416 over the life of the vehicle.

MYTH: Buy gas in the morning and you’ll save money.

This popular adage is also a misnomer.  The old adage said filling up in the morning would give you more for your money because the gas is the coolest and most dense.  The only benefit to filling up when it’s cooler is that it cuts down the release of vapors, which is better for the environment. 

MYTH: The number listed on the sidewall of your tire is the recommended tire pressure.

False as well.  Typically, this is the maximum pressure allowed for that tire.  The recommended amount of pressure is usually listed on the inside door panel, always check your owner’s manual to be sure.