(NewsUSA) - Motorists who want to go "green" don't have to
change vehicles to help the environment. The experts at the
National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), a
non-profit organization founded in 1972 to improve the quality
of automotive service and repair, say that drivers simply need
to change a few habits. "Regular vehicle maintenance and better
driving habits are two strategies that virtually every vehicle
owner can embrace," notes Martin Lawson, editorial director at
ASE. The following tips from ASE can put you on the road to
environmentally conscious care today: * Keep the engine running
at peak performance. A misfiring spark plug can reduce fuel
efficiency by as much as 30 percent. Replace filters and fluids
as recommended in the manual. * Keep tires properly inflated and
aligned. Inflated tires reduce the engine's effort and gasoline
consumption. * Find a good technician. Ask friends for
recommendations. Check the reputation of the repair shop with
your local consumer group. Check