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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.

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Four Easy Ways to Save on Basic Necessities

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The average American household consumes more and more meat every year and prices are skyrocketing. For the rest of you, keep gasoline usage in mind. Use your car’s cruise control option at a speed of 60 miles per hour or less to increase gas mileage. Saving money on utilities is a practice in green living.

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