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Check Your Tire Pressure Frequently

Keep your tires inflated properly.
Would you like half a gallon of gasoline added to your tank free of charge for each fill-up? Every station in the world offers such a deal, whether the manager knows it or not. All you must do is keep your tire pressure at the recommended level. This can boost fuel efficiency by a mile per gallon, not to mention improving the life of your tires and the overall ride. If this seems like obvious advice, consider that under-inflation of tires is considered the most common car problem on the road today.
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