-Use good quality, energy-conserving (EC) oils with viscosity grade consistent with your owner's manual. Look for cans marked with the symbol ECII, which is the American Society of Testing Materials logo for fuel-efficient oils. Try Genuine Mazda Oil, available at your dealer.

-Use a fuel with good detergent additive. It will help keep your engine clean and performing efficiently.

-Use a high-quality fuel with an octane rating appropriate for your vehicle, and use the lowest octane possible.

-Keep your engine tuned up to keep your car running efficiently. See your vehicle's recommended maintenance schedule for tune-up intervals.

-Keep your wheels properly aligned. Wheels that are fighting each other waste fuel.

-Underinflated tires increase rolling resistance, reduce fuel economy, and wear rapidly. Check the vehicle's door-post sticker for appropriate tire pressure.

-Start slowly, avoiding rapid acceleration. Jackrabbit starts are terrible fuel wasters.

-Drive at posted speed limits. It saves fuel - and possibly a life.

-Minimize the use of the air conditioning system. Rather than run it continuously, use the vent setting as much as possible.

-When you get to your destination, park in the shade to reduce the need for air conditioning.