Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 24, 2012

High gas prices got you down? 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. Automobiles cause 51 percent of the carbon monoxide pollution in the air, so it’s important to do what we can to make our cars a little less dirty whenever possible. Shut the car off.

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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. Here are 11 ways you can make your transportation needs a little more eco-friendly. Buy A Bike Exercise combined with clean air and free transportation makes riding a bike a win-win for everyone.

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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. Not only that, but they burn more gasoline (and ultimately your cash!). Skip premium gasoline.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 10, 2012

In fact, due to driver demand, car manufacturers are providing drivers with easy-to-use tools that measure driving efficiency. 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. Don’t Idle.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 9, 2012

needs a transportation overhaul. Given the insane gas prices we’re facing lately (plus, we’re headed into construction season which means a longer, more convoluted commute), let’s give a generous estimate that you fill your car for $55 twice a month. What if you consider that over 37.5%

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