The price of gas is going higher and making it harder to go anywhere in the car. However, there are ways that you can save money every time you fill up at the gas station. Interested in making your dollar stretch more for every gallon you pump? Here are some ways to save money on gas:

#1. Establish a routine when it’s time for gas.

Some people wait until the low fuel light comes on in order to get gas, but that is going to force you to find the gas station closest to you, which can end up costing you more than necessary. If you decide to get gas every time you hit the quarter tank mark, then that will give you the time to find the cheapest gas station in town and save money.

#2. Take advantage of cell phone technology.

Cell phone are only getting smarter, and now there are apps available to help you find gas stations that are in your area, and can even map out the most efficient way to get there.

#3. Regular maintenance helps cars run better.

Studies have shown that people who do take their cars in regularly for oil changes and tune ups are going to save money at the gas station, because their cars will run a lot more efficiently.

#4. Grocery stores have reward programs for gas.

Some grocery stores have a special rewards program in which you can earn coupons that can be used at their own gas pumps, or they have an affiliation with a gas company. For every dollar you spend at the store, you can earn gas cards or coupons for things like a nickel or dime off of every gallon of gasoline you buy.

#5. Do not carry anything on the roof of your car.

Though this may sound like strange advice, the truth is that hauling anything on the roof of your car is going to make your car less aero dynamic, which will make the engine work harder. When it comes to transporting things, the best place to carry it is in the trunk or even hauling it behind your car on a small trailer.

#6.  Use the air conditioner as little as possible.

During the summertime, the first thing you do is get into their cars and crank up the air conditioner, but using it can actually cause you to use more gas. Opening the windows on a hot day to let in the breeze is a great way to stay cool and keep you from using too much gas.

#7. Use a credit card that offers cash back.

Some credit cards have point systems, and may even offer you something like double or triple points every time you fill up their car.

#8. Use online shopping as much as possible.

Using the Internet can come in handy because you can buy things from stores and have them shipped to your home instead of having to get into the car and head to the mall, and with free shipping available on most orders, you can save even more money.