The car you are using on a regular basis should be cared for and maintained. This is the only way to ensure that it continues to work and get you where you need to go. The car or truck has a lot of working parts as well as fluids that need your attention on a regular basis. The tires need to have the right amount of air, the oil needs to be changed and the gas needs to be replenished to name a few. One of the most common problems that tow trucks are called for is when someone runs out of gas. The gas in the car is needed for the car to start and to run. You have a gauge on the dash or instrument panel that tells you how much gas you have. Whether you have a digital or analog scale they all work the same with the same warnings. Citywide Towing Service offers tips for what to do if you are going to run out of gas.

Heed Warnings You are About to Run Out of Gas

One of the most important things that you can do is to try and not run out of gas. That is sometimes easier said than done. There are some people that forget about the gas they have and just keep on going. The great thing is that if you start to ignore the gas gauge there is a secondary warning sign that will pop up. There is a light that will tell you that your gas is getting low. There is also in many cars and trucks an audible sound that alerts. The gas light is a warning that the gas in your tank is low and you want to make sure that you find a gas station. The light does not mean that the gas is running out immediate but most cars will alert when there is 50 miles or less that you can drive before it dies. The amount of miles will differ depending on the conditions that you are driving through. That is why it is never a good idea to push it too far.

Conserve Gas when Running Low

Now that you have a gas light on you can get it to stretch the furthest if necessary with a few tips. The first is that you want to roll up the windows because when they are down they create drag. You also want to stop using the air conditioning since it will deplete the gas much faster. You also want to make sure that you find a route to a gas station that will use the least resistance. The less incline and stops and starts that you need to make the better.

Call For Help After Running Out of Gas

If you find you are actually out of gas you want to find a safe place to stop. You also want to make sure you are calling for help so that a tow truck can come out and bring fluids to you. This is the best and easiest way to get you back on the road. Be sure you are safe while waiting for a tow truck so that you are not injured and your car is not damaged either.

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Citywide Towing Service can come to your location and replenish your fluids if you find yourself out of gas. Call us for all your towing and roadside assistance needs!