Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 29, 2022
If you are a frequent driver, then changing a fossil fuel car for an electric one can have huge benefits. Aside from no longer having to buy petrol (a great bonus considering the skyrocketing fuel prices), an electric car emits an average of 60% less CO2 than a petrol-powered car with an exhaust.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 29, 2013
Obviously the company has much at stake for the worldwide success of electric cars , and this Supercharger network should do a lot to alleviate concerns of those buyers hesitant to purchase an electric car due to range anxiety. Will a “Green” Car Really Save You Money?
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 24, 2012
However, buying a new car isn’t in the cards for me right now, so I have to make due with the one I have. Why carry around all that extra weight, which not only costs you more in fuel but also more wear on your engine. Shut the car off. If you idling for more than 30 seconds, turn the car off. Remove the roof rack.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 28, 2012
The report found that the Chevy Volt, the electric car that gets the equivalent of 61 miles to the gallon, would cost more after five years than the Chevy Cruze ILT. Clearly, there are other factors at play here, just beyond the fuel savings. Are green cars all they’re cracked up to be? What do you think?
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 4, 2012
Buy A Bike Exercise combined with clean air and free transportation makes riding a bike a win-win for everyone. Use Car Share Services like ZipCar rent cars by the hour, so if you only need a ride once in a while you should consider renting one instead of paying for your own. Can Electric Cars Really Save You Money?
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 4, 2011
You can make good savings by booking tickets early but there may also be savings available on last minute buys. The latter can be much cheaper than buying at the station on the day so if you were going to buy your ticket this way, it’s worth checking the evening before to see if you can save. Buy a season ticket.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
SEPTEMBER 12, 2011
However, things are much more difficult now as the running costs required to keep a car on the road are escalating out of control. A survey conducted by the MoneySupermarket.com car insurance division revealed that 65% of motorists will consider fuel economy and basic running costs the next time they purchase a new vehicle.
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