Gas Prices

Below we have our newest feature, a Gas Price Temperature Map for our main readership area -Temecula Valley, Riverside County and many of the areas our local residents commute to for work.

To Use the Gas Price Temperature Map, right click on the Zip Code area and a small window will pop-up with the average gas price for that area.

Below you can report on the prices at your local gas station. This will make sure that stations that are gouging customers sell less gas, therefore forcing them to lower prices to compete with the other stations. It will also reward stations who consistently provide low prices by getting them more customers. Be sure to do your part and help report the best and the worst prices around So Cal.

Here are some great gas saving tips:

Ten Fuel Saving Tips

1 Avoid High Speeds
As your speed increases, your aerodynamic drag increases in an exponential fashion. Driving 62 mph (100 km/h) vs 75 mph (120 km/h) will reduce fuel consumption by about 15%.

2 Do Not Accelerate or Brake Hard
By anticipating the traffic and applying slow steady acceleration and braking, fuel economy may increase by as much as 20%.

3 Keep Tires Properly Inflated
Keep tire air pressure at the level recommended by your vehicle manufacturer. A single tire under inflated by 2 PSI, increases fuel consumption by 1%.

4 Use A/C Sparingly
When the air conditioner is on it puts extra load on the engine forcing more fuel to be used (by about 20%). The defrost position on most vehicles also uses the air conditioner.

5 Keep Windows Closed
Windows open, especially at highway speeds, increase drag and result in decreased fuel economy of up to 10%.

6 Service Vehicle Regularly
Proper maintenance avoids poor fuel economy related to dirty air filters, old spark plugs or low fluid levels.

7 Use Cruise Control
Maintaining a constant speed over long distances often saves gas.

8 Avoid Heavy Loads
In cold areas with snow, remove the sand bags from your trunk in the spring. During the summer, pack lightly for long trips.

9 Avoid Long Idles
If you anticipate being stopped for more than 1 minute, shut off the car. Restarting the car uses less fuel than letting it idle for this time.

10 Purchase a Fuel Efficient Vehicle
Purchase a Fuel Efficient Vehicle, like a hybrid, scooter or motorcycle.