The talk of fuel economy and fuel efficiency has led to many lies that many drivers pass off as truth. However, to really save on fuel expenses, every car owner should realize that not everything they read can actually help you consume fuel correctly. Here are the myths about fuel economy that every car owner should know. Premium gasoline is cleaner and therefore saves you on fuel costsI have heard this many times and unfortunately there is no truth in this. First of all, many think this way because they associate a higher cost of the product with better quality. I have to burst your bubble, but you've probably fallen for the marketing and advertising that gas companies have. They're seductive and really eye-catching, so I don't blame you. I was one of those you fell victim to. Secondly, premium gasoline is not cleaner than regular gasoline. The difference is not how clean they are, but the octane level present. Premium gas has a higher octane level than regular gas. Of course, cleaner gas means better performance for your vehicle. But this is not determined by the level of octane present in the gas. So no, simply putting premium gas in your car doesn't make it more fuel efficient. Fuel Efficiency Tips: • Know what your car requires and add that particular type of gas • Know the ideal octane content for your engine to avoid knocking and unnecessary expense • Choose reputable gas stations for your fuel • Change regularly the fuel filter You can save more money by using regular gas Here's another fuel efficiency tip I often read online: To save on fuel costs, use regular gas. Sad to say, this is not the case. First, the type of fuel you put in your car should be based on the car's manual. Yes, if you haven't read it yet, I...... halfway down the page ...... explaining with great ease and precision that it provides greater fuel economy. I used to think this way until I saw how the more fuel efficient automatic transmission vehicles compared to my driving. So it's not really a car, it's me. Fuel Economy Tips: • Learn to shift gears correctly. Using the wrong gear does not reduce fuel consumption • Learn proper pedal control so you don't rev the engine unnecessarily. • Even if you use a car with an automatic transmission and equipped with all the fuel saving systems, learn to drive correctly. Fuel consumption exceeds how much your car guzzles. In fact, it covers everything from car parts, car maintenance, driving style and technique to the type of fuel you put in your vehicle. What matters most is that we tweak every detail to maximize the fuel we put in our cars. This way we save more money while having fun driving our car.