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Will a “Green” Car Really Save You Money?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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. I know that my family has saved, thanks the Prius. That’s not bad at all.

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Go Green and Save Money by Picking the Right Car

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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.