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#9: Premium Gas

Unless your vehicle explicitly requires premium fuel (check your owner’s manual), you’re wasting money. Premium costs 20–30 cents more per gallon—roughly $300 yearly on average driving. Regular fuel works fine for most vehicles; the distinction is marketing, not performance.

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