Gas prices: 10 ways you can save at the pump

Gas prices put extra strain on consumers, but several strategies can help offset the high price at the pump. Some of these tips give you more mileage from each gallon in your tank, while others tactics might help you simply drive fewer miles.

1. Buy a fuel-efficient car – or maybe not

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If you need to buy a car, it pays to consider fuel economy. But remember that gasoline or other fuel is just one of the costs of vehicle ownership. Buying a new car, just for better gas mileage, often doesn't make financial sense in a five-year time frame.

One calculator from Edmunds.com, an automotive information website, can help you weigh the tradeoffs. Another Edmunds calculator, "true cost to own," shows key ownership costs for specific car models on a grid.

What you'll probably find: Fuel costs are very important factor, but part of a larger puzzle.

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