THE SECRET TO SAVING $$$ when refueling your vehicle

Do you usually pump a full fuel tank at once? Are there specific times during at day that is ideal for refueling your vehicle?

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When it comes to refueling your car with petrol/gas, there are lots of important things that many of us may overlook on. However, these tips are essential saving us dollars over the years and ensuring that our cars are refueled and maintain in the correct manner.

Today, Repairhub would like to share with all car enthusiast certain tricks and tips when it comes to refueling.

1) Choosing the ideal time to refuel your car.

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Many of us may simply refuel or gas tank whenever the fuel bar is low, or simply during any time when we are free to do so.

However, did you know??? The most appropriate time for you to refuel your gas tank would either be in the early morning (5am - 7am) or late in the evening (after 8pm).

Why is this so? Well for a simple reason. During the above mentioned period of time, the temperature tend to be lower.

Compared to normal period of time during the day, or during a hot sunny afternoon, when you refuel in the morning or evening, the volume will be less affected by expansion and contraction, therefore we saving a substantial amount of money over time.

2) Never measure the amount to pump based on monetary value. Pump either till "full" tank or alternatively measure by litres.

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Many may use the amount in terms of dollar to measure the amount of fuel to be added into their tank. However, this is an unwise method to do so. Fuel prices fluctuate over time and this will be an inaccurate judgement on the fuel required for the car needs.

3) Refuel only up to 2/3 of your car fuel tank

As in Singapore with traffic jams always being an issue, refuel 2/3 of your tank needs will help you and your car in many areas. If you fill up the fuel tank, it will ony increase the load on the engine, make it difficult for you to have an easy acceleration and also resulting in the vehicle to consume more fuel eventually. In addition, there are many gas stations in the city, so you don't need to worry about finding a gas station.

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4) Keep your gas tank to the lowest if the car is going to be inactive for a period of time.

By keeping the gas in the tank low, you will help prevent any accidents from ocurring and therefore also help to keep your gas tank at the very best situation it is in.

Well...now that you know more about refueling tips to keep your car and pocket in the good shape, we hope that you will start adopting the above habits which will keep your ride in the best condition ever!

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