Saving $$$ At The Gas Pump

Man’s dependence on oil is at boiling point. The cost for this black gold has increased to alarming levels and its earthquake effects are being felt in every sector of society.

According to Jamaica’s Transport Minister Mike Henry, 52 per cent of the country’s fuel intake is consumed by the transportation sector. It’s now a clear reality that with our massive dependence on crude, we are in for a crude awakening (pun intended).

With the cost of a litre of petrol burning a hole in the pockets, drivers are now seeking ways to conserve fuel. Mickey (not his real name), a mechanic, says that although synthetic oil is more expensive, it usage can cut down on fuel consumption. Sometimes synthetics are mixed with conventional oil to provide good service. However, fully synthetic oil provides the highest level of engine protection.

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