7 Gas-Saving Tips That Actually Work

When fuel prices rise, all kinds of gas-saving schemes get floated. We separate the serious from the silly for you.

A sign at a gas station listing prices.
(Image credit: Getty Images)

Everyone's thinking about those sweet summer drives — and the not-so-sweet gas pump bills that fuel them, particularly as conflict continues in the Middle East.

Drivers have taken a hit in recent years with rough gas prices, but we may have a bit of a respite. Despite the ongoing turmoil in the Middle East, prices have stayed down, continuing a trend positive for drivers in recent years. As of late June 2025, regular gas prices nationally are $3.226 on average, down from $3.468 this time last year. That's down significantly from a peak in 2022, when prices went above $5.

But while we're getting a break at the pump, inflation has continued to make the cost of living high across the country. Car prices are rising with tariffs, as are the costs of car insurance. Because of that, it's worth taking note of ways to save on gas. If you use less fuel, you'll need to fuel up less frequently, saving you money.

So use these seven gas-saving tips to make your overall car ownership cost a smaller slice of your spending pie.

David Muhlbaum
Former Senior Online Editor

In his former role as Senior Online Editor, David edited and wrote a wide range of content for Kiplinger.com. With more than 20 years of experience with Kiplinger, David worked on numerous Kiplinger publications, including The Kiplinger Letter and Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine. He co-hosted  Your Money's Worth, Kiplinger's podcast and helped develop the Economic Forecasts feature.

With contributions from
  • Audience Engagement Manager, Kiplinger.com