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Bear in mind that young- sters grow restless, so in- clude plans to make stops at rest areas where they can run off excess energy. Bring along a ball so they can have a quick game. A 10-minute stop will do wonders for both the children and the adults and the travel time lost will be compensated for by a more relaxed atmo- sphere in the car. Have them make a "pit stop" before re- suming the trip. A selection of snacks also will make the trip seem fast- er. Bring along some. shopping bags for litter and also carry some pre-moistened face- hand wipes. Try to create an interest in geography by showing the children maps and reading about points of interest you will be passing or visiting. One of the most suc- cessful, yet educational. di- versions on a long trip is a contest for spotting license plates from other states, The How your car is equipped affects fuel consumption. • You might want to con- sider installing a dash- mounted vacuum gauge calibrated in fuel use and engine condition while driv- ing, Cost is generally be- tween $5 and $12 at most auto parts stores, • Such options as air con- ditioning, and—to a le,sser extent—even electrical ac- cessories such as heaters, de- frosters and radios use more gasoline. When air condition- ing is not in use, fuel econ- omy improves by 5 to 14% or more. Air conditioning also adds weight—about 100 pounds—to a car, increasing fuel consumption even more merely because of the extra weight. (Some of the fuel is saved with air conditioning because driving with closed car windows means less mileage-robbing drag.) If you first 25 states get one point each for the spotter, the next 15 get two points each, four points for the next eight, and five points for the final two. Before starting an auto trip, be sure the car is in peak operating condition. have it, use it sparingly, • An automatic transmis- sion can be a gas-using op- tion. Manual transmissions generally use less gas, par- ticularly in small cars, al- though this may not hold true in situations where frequent shifting is required. • Power steering also uses a bit more fuel. Some options can help conserve gasoline: • If you want air condition- ing, for example, a light ex- terior car color combined with light interior upholstery will reduce heat build-up and keep your air-conditioner from having to work so hard. Tinted glass also helps. • Fuel injection usually saves gasoline by more uni- formly and efficiently distrib- uting the fuel than do car- buretors, An electronic spark ignition system also is a gas saver since its improved spark means better combus- tion and less chance for fuel- robbing spark plug fouling. • Top quality radial tires usually will result in a 5 to 10% fuel saving because roll- ing resistance is reduced, Steel-belted radials generally are even better than fabric- belted radials in this respect. • If you'll be doing a lot of open-road driving, a cruise control option may be worthwhile since such an ac- cessory can maintain a steady speed, rarely using the carburetor's accelerator pump. Vacation Time is Car Care Time How long has it been since you took a really good look around your car? If you have to pause to remember when you last checked your tires, oil, coolant; battery or other components, you may have put if off too long. Following is a list of car checks that should be made periodically by the owner, if not by the service dealer: 1) Fluids: Check engine oil, transmission oil, power steering fluid and coolant; add as needed. CAUTION: Never remove the radiator pressure cap when the engine is hot. 2) Battery: Check for cor- rosion on terminals, a com- mon cause of starting trou- ble. Check electrolyte level and add water as needed, in batteries using water. AN- OTHER CAUTION: When working near a battery, be sure there is no open flame. Do _not smoke. Batteries emit explosive hydrogen gas. 3) Drive belts and hoses: While the hood is up, take a good look at them. Frayed or worn belts should be re- placed, as should soft, brittle or bulging hoses. 4) Windshield wipers: Check them out. The rubber will become brittle with weathering and age and may be worn to a point where wipers smear or streak the glass. How's your supply of washer fluid? 5) Tires: Invest in a good tire gauge and use it fre- quently. If you haven't checked tire pressure since summer, you're likely to find them underinflated. Even a couple of pounds of underin- flation can cost up to three percent in fuel economy. Fuel consumption affected by your car's accessories 6) Service sticker: Take a look at it on your door jamb. Time for a lube job, oil and filter change'? One good rea- son for getting the car on the service station lift is so you or your serviceman can check around underneath for leaks: leaking exhaust system parts, leaking shock absorb- ers, leaking engine or transmission seals, And this gives you an opportunity for another, closer look at your tires. Finally, as a part of your periodic inspection program, make a walk-around check of all your lights, including turn signals. If you have no one with you to help check -brake lights, you can do it yourself