subject: How You Can Save Money While Traveling By Rv Or Travel Trailer [print this page] People like to save moneyPeople like to save money. They like to feel as if they are getting a bargain, especially now with the economy barely recovering. People aren't spending money like they used to, especially when it comes to vacations. While people are venturing out again, they aren't doing it with the same carefree manner they used to.
This has resulted in a lot of travel trailer sales. People are really appreciating the travel trailer in the current economy. Owning a travel trailer lets people vacation on a dime. Well..not literally, but figuratively the statement is accurate. The "vacation" has changed a lot in recent years.
Some of the trends to come out of the recession are the 'staycation' meaning people are traveling to places nearby as well as saving up to go on longer trips but not as frequently as they used to. For example, a family may plan one or two long trips per year instead of three or four short ones. Some families head out on day-long excursions. One of the great things is families are coming closer together as they travel. Road trips in travel trailers and RVs help save money. However, within those trips, there are still ways to save even more money by saving on fuel prices.
You have to have gas, but there are some tricks and tips that are simple to incorporate into your driving procedure that can decrease your overall gas costs for the trip.
The following tips are easy to follow and don't cost a penny. In fact, they are all designed to help you save money when driving an RV or travel trailer.
1.When you slam your foot on the accelerator that will eat up gas. Accelerate slowly and smoothly. A few seconds isn't going to make a difference as to when you get to your destination. On the highway, use the cruise control to avoid fluctuations in speed.
2.Stay within the speed limit. Driving 75 mph instead of 85 mph will save you money. It's up to you how fast you choose to go, but this will help reduce your gas bills.
3. Overdrive gears! They are there for a reason. Use them when appropriate.
4. Roll your windows up when you're driving on the highway. It's the wind resistance...many think it doesn't make a difference, but it does.
5.Avoid high traffic areas. When planning your trip, if you're going to be in a busy city, try to aim for early morning or middle of the day or night when there will be less people on the road and less possibility of a traffic jam.
6. If you are idling for longer than a few minutes...you are just sitting there burning money! Turn off your engine.
By using these tips, you'll see a difference in gas costs. There's no sense in wasting money unnecessarily when traveling. Use the extra money for a night out on the town or splurge on a good restaurant.
by: Scott Beaudry
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