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13 Ways to Make Your Existing Car Greener and Avoid Buying a New One

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High gas prices got you down? I previously wrote about how I was saving money on gasoline just by driving the speed limit but for this post I wanted to share many more tips on how to make your own car more green and eco-friendly without you having to spend a ton of dough on a new hybrid this year. Use cruise control.

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The High Cost of Speeding

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You also use about 40% more gasoline, according to some musings by Bargain Babe and SelecTrucks. 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. Gasoline waste costs. How to Save Money on Transport Costs.

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How To Drive Green And Save On Gas Mileage

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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. Below you will find surefire ways to improve gas mileage. The less you idle, the better gas mileage you will receive. Don’t Idle.