Ask the Service Director: What are simple ways to get better gas mileage?

When it comes to gas mileage, Service Director Greg Kilmer has plenty to say. According to Kilmer, there are several simple checks you can have done on your vehicle to insure your car is operating at its highest standard.

"It's very important for tire pressure to be set to manufacturer specifications," Kilmer said. "A low tire can decrease gas mileage."

Service Motors typically checks tires when a vehicle comes in for maintenance or a routine oil change.

According to Kilmer, putting Nitrogen in your vehicle's tires is another option to keep your gas mileage in peak condition.

"What changes air pressure is hot or cold weather, and Nitrogen remains consistent in all weather conditions," Kilmer said. Service Motors will put Nitrogen in your vehicle's tires for about $25.

Getting your air filter routinely cleaned is another simple way to avoid low gas mileage. Kilmer noted that when your air filter becomes clogged with debris, it is difficult for the car to get air through the engine. When this happens, a vehicle's gas mileage goes down accordingly.

Finally, getting a simple fuel injection cleaning can help keep your gas mileage at its ultimate level. This treatment, which cleans your fuel system and air intake system, is yet another easy solution to help lessen your pain at the pump. Beginning August 1st, Service Motors is offering discounted fuel injection cleaning treatments to our valued customers. Through the end of August, get this $134.95 treatment for only $99.95!

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