Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 15, 2012
A few weeks ago, my Aunt sent along an email that warned about mis-calibrated gas pumps. The email was adamant that pumps were overcharging for gasoline because the total amount didn’t really match up to the price times the number of gallons. My Gasoline Ripoff Non-Scientific Test. Was I ripped off at the gas pump?
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 8, 2014
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. As an adult, I use both cash and credit as well as checks. If I buy anything online, I use credit. That day the entire credit system nearly collapsed.
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Fashion Without Guilt
MARCH 28, 2011
I recently received a email from a friend with 4 Gas Saving Tips. With Gas reportedly going up to $5 this summer, any little bit of savings will help. So here are 4 Gas Saving Tips. (I I am not sure who to credit this information to but this is not my original work). Gasoline evaporates faster than you can imagine.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
FEBRUARY 25, 2013
Gasoline Purity. No, gas stations are not selling dirty gas, but some gasoline varieties are cut with more ethanol than others. Burning gasoline that contains 10 percent ethanol (known as E10) will lower your fuel efficiency by up to 3-4 percent according to the EPA. Maintenance.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
SEPTEMBER 3, 2013
I would be doubtful too if someone told me that, but the truth is that it’s rather easy to do if you have a rewards credit card and work hard to maximize your earning potential with it. I use my credit card like a debit card , in that I use it for every purchase I make. Would you believe me? Pay recurring bills with the card.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MARCH 14, 2012
In addition to the actual cost of the ticket, the time and extra charges for auto insurance, a ticket can also impact life insurance costs, and your credit score (if you don’t resolve your tickets). You also use about 40% more gasoline, according to some musings by Bargain Babe and SelecTrucks. Gasoline waste costs.
Nicoles Nickels
MAY 29, 2014
Then, the 25c/gal will be credited to your account for your next fill up. Savings can be redeemed on any grade of Shell Nitrogen Enriched Gasoline including Shell V-Power Premium Gasoline as well as Shell Diesel, up to 20 gallons per purchase! One member had put 20 gallons of gas in her car at a price of $3.499/gallon.
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