Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 12, 2012

I was successful in doing that and have ever since looked for ways to save money on care repairs and maintenance by finding things I could do for myself. Car ownership is expensive enough without getting mechanics to do things for you that you, yourself, could do for hundreds of dollars cheaper.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 6, 2014

We will probably be renting a car for our vacation this year. Of course, I want the best deal possible, so I went scouting to see what I could learn about getting the best deal on a rental car. Choose the right car for your needs. I want this vacation to go well and that rental car will be our daytime home for 12 days.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2012

A few weeks ago, my Aunt sent along an email that warned about mis-calibrated gas pumps. Two weeks ago, I took a car trip across the width of Kansas on I70 and into Colorado (to Denver). Was I ripped off at the gas pump? So, how can you avoid being ripped off at the gas pump? Gas Price Watch. But I don’t.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 10, 2023

So we started shopping around and were shocked to find how expensive outdoor furniture has become. I accessorized with some clearance finds from Target and Sam’s and we are really happy with our new sunroom. As much as we would have loved an extra day in Florida, it wasn’t an option, so we rented a car.

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Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 22, 2013

So, make sure your car is in peak condition, and keep it out of the mechanic’s garage with simple, preventative car care tips for every season. Check out this year-long guide to car care for tips on what to check, replace and keep in top shape each season. Spring Into Preventative Car Maintenance.

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Nicoles Nickels

MAY 23, 2014

We’ve created these four eco-friendly car tips to get you back on the road. Wash your car at a professional car wash. Winter months can be especially hard on your vehicle and washing your car is an easy first step to making your car feel new again. The more efficiently your vehicle runs, the more gas you’ll save.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

MAY 18, 2024

Gas/charge up your car, pack a cooler with drinks, snacks, and sunscreen, then drive to somewhere nearby for the day or overnight. Now, you can totally book a professional tour, which I highly recommend, but if you're looking to save money, you can find free tours in most large cities. I'm a big fan of eating this way.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

MAY 11, 2024

If your kids are picky, there is bound to be something they find appetizing within reasonable walking distance from your current cart. Find sustainable restaurants While not always budget-friendly, I try to look for restaurants who use local and seasonal foods. Why waste all that money (and gas!) Many are even free!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 23, 2014

The most obvious cost of any commute is the gas cost. You have to keep your car fueled up. The longer your commute, the more you’ll pay in gas each month. If you have a long commute in a car that guzzles gas, your costs will be huge. However, gas costs aren’t all you have to consider. What About Time?

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 16, 2014

Shopping for a car for a new teenage driver can be a lesson in frustration for both you and your child. It could actually cost you more to insure an older car for your teen than it would to pay for a policy for some newer economy cars. Avoid Gas Guzzlers. All rights reserved. This site uses affiliate links.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

JANUARY 31, 2024

You can also check out the Cable Car Museum, take a tour of the dome in the City Hall building, hit up the Ferry Building for its year-round farmers market , and see a 360-degree view of the city at de Young's Harmon Observation Tower. Pack a bag, throw some food and drinks in a cooler, gas up, and go.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 1, 2014

We then looked at how much each item in that group cost us; gas, property and car insurance, maintenance, etc. 187/month car insurance. 400/month gas for truck. 130/month gas for car. My car, on the other hand, still has around 80,000 KM on it and is running perfectly fine. 100/month maintenance. $10/month

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Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 30, 2012

My Adventures in Prius Gas Savings. As I mentioned when I first started this program, I was definitely curious about what kind of gas savings I would find driving the Prius and ultimately to find out if it would save me money by driving it. What kind of gas savings did I get? More gas savings tips.

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Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 12, 2012

I am so excited about this new promotion that I am participating in with Valley Toyota Dealers because not only is it fun for me to check out the Toyota Prius, the best part is that one of YOU, my readers, can actually win a new car ! Click above to find out how you can also get a $5 Gas Gift Card! 1221 N Central Ave.

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Gas, food, coffee, accommodations, entertainment, and parking add up quickly, not to mention unforeseen expenses like things you may have forgotten from home. If you’re open to flying or driving, compare the cost of flights to the estimated cost of gas. Gas stations and airports are money traps! It’s too risky.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 7, 2014

Shopping for holiday deals year-round is the key to finding great gifts, saving lots of money and maintaining your tenuous sanity. For instance, the dead of winter is a great time to start shopping for air conditioners, gas grills and patio furniture. The best time to buy an item is when it’s not on anybody’s radar.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 29, 2013

If you drive your own car, you probably have to pay for gas. When you drive your own car, there are additional costs associated with transportation; it’s not just about what you pay for gas. Don’t forget about wear and tear on the car, too. The more you drive, the sooner your car wears down.

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For the Mommas

MAY 24, 2016

Get Your Car Summer Ready & Save on Pennzoil at Walmart.com. With gas prices being low, AAA projects that 34 million people will drive to their Memorial Day destinations this year. Get Your Car Summer Ready and save some money by doing a DIY oil change. All opinions are mine alone. DotComDIY #CollectiveBias.

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Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 29, 2013

The Little Tikes Crazy Car Coupe is on Amazon.com for only $34.99. Little Tikes Crazy Car Coupe Description: New features include removable floor and handle on back for parent controlled push rides. Includes special features like an “ignition switch” and an open-and-close gas cap. It’s always a hit!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2012

Unless you live, work, and play in your own neighborhood and never venture outside of it, chances are you own a car or a truck. Most major cities now have bike rentals available by the hour, which sure beats renting a car for the day. Doing so eliminates car payments, insurance bills, and maintenance costs.

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Saving With Shellie

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

The Little Tikes Crazy Car Coupe is on Amazon.com for only $37. Includes special features like an “ignition switch” and an open-and-close gas cap. Includes special features like an “ignition switch” and an open-and-close gas cap. This is the lowest price on Amazon since December 2010!

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 21, 2012

Print this $1 off STP Product coupon to save on car maintenance (look under “Automotive” to find this fast). The STP Gas Treatment is $1.97 Scenario: STP Gas Treatment 5.2 at Walmart , so you can get it for just $.97 97 after coupon. oz $1.97 - $1 off STP Product coupon =$.97 97 after coupon.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 14, 2011

Alternatives to fossil fuel are becoming more popular not only because of their “green” benefits, but also because of concerns about relying on limited, imported resources to fuel cars – and economies. Biofuel and electricity, including hybrid-electric cars, have emerged as top alternatives to fossil fuel. Electric Cars.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

Heading into the summer, gas prices will continue to go up, so transportation alternatives can really help. Carpooling, public transportation, and biking are all terrific ways to cut down trips to the gas pump while decreasing your own personal carbon footprint left on the environment. Energy efficient tax credits.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 10, 2012

With rising gas prices at the pump, it can be down right painful to fill up at the gas station. for a gallon of gas, we know that it will probably only get worse as the summer rolls on. Before You Get In Your Car. Don’t leave your car idling. If you will be sitting in your car for more than a minute, turn it off.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 28, 2012

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. Just get rid of your car. Maintain appropriate tire pressure levels and keep your car tuned.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 6, 2012

Every minute spent inching along the freeway equates to increasing greenhouse gas emissions that are fueling (pardon the pun) global warming. By finding others in your company who live near you to commute with, everyone can benefit. In addition, everyone will save a ton of money on car-related expenses (including gas and maintenance).

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For the Mommas

MARCH 16, 2013

Some of our best family memories – are in the car! Cooper Tire is commemorating life’s every day road trips with an exciting opportunity to earn an entire year of free gas during the “ Cooper Tire’s My Every Day Road Trip Contest ” contest! The post Copper Tire: Enter to Win a Free Year of Gas!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2012

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. When you speed, you have less control over your car. You tend to ignore safe stopping distances, tailgating non-speeding cars. Louis – a lot, and have for years.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Energy sector The energy sector covers companies that do business in the oil and natural gas industry. It includes oil and gas exploration and production companies, as well as producers of other consumable fuels like coal and ethanol. It doesn’t include many renewable energy companies which instead are considered utilities.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

More and more people are opting for smaller, more economical cars to reduce running costs as well greenhouse gas emissions. Folk are becoming more realistic and rejecting the out-dated belief that a large car indicates success. Many homeowners are struggling to pay their mortgages in these troubled financial times.

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Saving With Shellie

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

The Cozy Coupe Patrol Car Ride-On toy will make a great gift for your little kid. This Cozy Coupe Patrol Car Ride-On has durable, tough wheels that run smoothly. The ignition switch and an open-and-close gas cap add reality to this the Cozy Coupe 30th Anniversary Ride-On. Every little tike needs a crazy coupe!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 12, 2011

You can find lots of recipes online for your own cleaning products such as vinegar for floors and windows and for more reasons to make your own check out this post. 5.) Reducing electricity/gas and water usage. 6.) Use the car less. Cars can be very expensive but for some people are a necessity. 7.) Buying used.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 23, 2012

For example, the important-sounding “service engine soon” light, which invokes the imagery of an exploding car engine (but can be triggered simply by screwing the gas tank cap on wrong). You’ve probably seen the light pop on right before you turn your car over and start the engine. It is within my limited car fixing ability.

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Saving Cents With Sense

FEBRUARY 28, 2014

With PNC reporting that the average 20-something faces $45,000 in debt, and Generation Opportunity finding a 15.9 Car Buying. If you live outside of a major metropolitan area, chances are you need a car. Cars represent a significant chunk of your budget, with car payments, repairs, maintenance, insurance, and gas.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 6, 2014

Mom called herself a gypsy, because she liked to ‘go’ When Dad took off in their only car, she was always right there, purse in hand, ready to go with him, even if it was only to the hardware store or gas station! Find out what your dream area offers and think about which of those offerings will tempt you.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 23, 2014

Stores like Sears and JC Penney sent out free merchandise catalogs 3 inches thick and people ordered their stuff from those if they couldn’t find it in a store. For instance, you can go to eBay now and find civil war era items for sale. For instance, you can go to eBay now and find civil war era items for sale.

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