Get the most out of your fuel dollar

"The average driver in America is extremely inefficient in the way they drive," says a competitive hyper-mileage driver.

Here are some of his tips for getting the most out of the gas in your car.

• Always drive gently when starting out; never accelerate hard from a stop.
• Anticipate stops. If you see a red light, stop sign, or heavy traffic ahead of you, let off the accelerator and coast.
• Keep your top speed at about 55 when towing, 60 mph when not.
• Keep your engine properly tuned.
• Keep your tires fully inflated to their recommended maximum pressure.
• Don't tailgate on the freeway. Allow five or six car lengths--more when driving your rig--so that if the car in front brakes, you don't have to hit your brakes. Coast and allow the gap to close somewhat. Generally the car in front will accelerate again before you get close enough to have to use your brakes.