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Why Use Cash?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

She envisioned me running out of gasoline and not being able to get home. At the time, I didn’t have credit cards so it was a valid concern. Occasionally merchants will discount the price because they don’t have to pay the credit card fees on your purchase. Some places do not accept credit cards.

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Why Those EPA Mileage Estimates Do Not Add Up

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Most consumers and critics have been placing blame on the automakers themselves. Gasoline Purity. No, gas stations are not selling dirty gas, but some gasoline varieties are cut with more ethanol than others. Try to use gasoline that only contains about 3 percent ethanol in order to boost your fuel economy. Maintenance.