Gas prices are up again.
And if you drive for a living, you feel it first.
Each trip costs more. Each mile eats your pay. But small steps and the right tools can help you keep more of what you earn.
Simple Techniques to Save Gas
1. Check your car each month
Keep your tires full. Check oil and fluid. A well-kept car uses less gas and helps avoid big repair costs.
2. Slow down before you stop
Take your foot off the gas early. Let the car roll. Less hard braking means less fuel used.
3. Keep a steady speed
Fast driving burns more gas. Stay near the speed limit and use cruise on long trips.
4. Clean out your car
Extra weight makes your car work harder, so remove items you don’t need.
5. Turn off the engine when you wait
Idling may seem small, but it adds up fast. If you wait for a ride, switch off the car.
Pay Less with Gas Apps
GasBuddy
Find low gas prices near you and track spending.
Gas Guru
Compare stations and plan your stops.
Waze
Avoid traffic and find gas along your route.
Receipt Hog
Scan receipts and earn cash back over time.
New: Lyft’s Temporary Relief Plan
To help combat rising fuel costs, Lyft has launched a 60-day relief program running from March 27 – May 26. If you drive for Lyft, you can access specific cash-back rewards and discounts to protect your earnings.
How to Save with Lyft:
- Lyft Direct Debit Card: Use this card at participating stations for tiered rewards: top-tier drivers get an extra 2% cash back, and mid-tier drivers receive an additional 1%.
- Stack Your Savings: These new incentives combine with existing rewards, potentially yielding up to 10% cash back based on driver status.
- Upside Partnership: Drivers can save an additional 14 cents per gallon through the Upside app, with options to redeem points for further discounts.
- EV Incentives: If you drive an electric vehicle, check your app for separate charging incentives designed to offset power costs.
Make the Most of Every Trip
Try to drive during bonus times, and stay in busy areas where rides are close together. Less empty driving means less gas used.
