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Why Those EPA Mileage Estimates Do Not Add Up

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How fast do you get to speed, do you use cruise control , do you change lanes frequently? Using your cruise control to maintain a constant speed will improve your mpg. Gasoline Purity. No, gas stations are not selling dirty gas, but some gasoline varieties are cut with more ethanol than others. Maintenance.

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13 Ways to Make Your Existing Car Greener and Avoid Buying a New One

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High gas prices got you down? I previously wrote about how I was saving money on gasoline just by driving the speed limit but for this post I wanted to share many more tips on how to make your own car more green and eco-friendly without you having to spend a ton of dough on a new hybrid this year. Use cruise control.

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The High Cost of Speeding

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You also use about 40% more gasoline, according to some musings by Bargain Babe and SelecTrucks. When you drive fast (especially on non-highway roads), you tend to brake more and then start up faster – which also wastes gas and causes wear and tear on your vehicle. Gasoline waste costs. You enjoy the ride less. Your time costs.

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Four Easy Ways to Save on Basic Necessities

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The American culture is wrought with excessive spending so it is no surprise that the typical household overspends on necessities such as food, gas, utilities, and phone usage. How to Reduce Gas Consumption. For the rest of you, keep gasoline usage in mind. It has never been easier to find the lowest gas prices.

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How To Drive Green And Save On Gas Mileage

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Drivers and manufacturers are both embracing the eco-friendly tools because they help lower C02 emissions and achieve better gas mileage. Proven Tips to Increase Gas Mileage. Below you will find surefire ways to improve gas mileage. The less you idle, the better gas mileage you will receive. Don’t Idle.