Applying the right amount of tire pressure is one. Regular check-ups on spark plugs, fuel injections and air filters can also do a lot of help.

Another technique that can be inconvenient at times is minimizing the use of air-conditioning. On the other hand, for big cars and higher speeds, rolling down your windows will only cause too much drag and eventually increase gas consumption.

A driver can only do so much to save on gas. Car maintenance is essential to every car owner whether it’s an old favorite or a brand new purchase. However, sacrificing driving comfort, safety and convenience for too much maintenance will eventually cost you more time and money than you bargained for.

When you have done everything needed and the seemingly useful technique to save on gas cease to be effective, it’s time to reconsider a major change.

The change you need can be found in the new Suzuki Alto. This compact car from Suzuki Philippines Inc. has already sold 10 million units and still continuously selling worldwide.

The Alto’s major strength lies on its longer gas mileage. It effortlessly saves on gas with its high fuel efficiency at 20.43 km/liter (highway driving). No more restraint on air-conditioning and time consuming car tune-ups just to save on fuel. It’s 800 cc, 12-valve EFI liquid cooled three-cylinder powerful engine and light weight gives a "hassle-free" driving experience and overall performance that you can rely on.

Aside from being economical, Alto has an environment-friendly engine that meets developed world safety and emission regulations. It has one of the cleanest engines in the world with CO2 emissions of only 119 g/km.

A car that provides high fuel efficiency and value for the environment has never been this affordable. With a price that starts with P359,000 to P398,000, buying a Suzuki Alto offers affordable premium technology and driving convenience with considerable payment schemes. It offers a minimum of 15 percent downpayment for buyers who opt to pay minimal cash outlay.

Most of all, it has the lowest monthly amortization on 50 percent downpayment of P4,129 (De Luxe) or P3,724 (Standard) with up to 72 months payment terms.