Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 25, 2013

How fast do you get to speed, do you use cruise control , do you change lanes frequently? Using your cruise control to maintain a constant speed will improve your mpg. Gasoline Purity. No, gas stations are not selling dirty gas, but some gasoline varieties are cut with more ethanol than others. Maintenance.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 24, 2012

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. Change your oil regularly.

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Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 29, 2017

Don’t forget to squeeze out a silly beard for the mechanic and some Play-Doh gasoline for the car! Next, cruise on over to the restaurant to make Play-Doh dinners, wacky snacks, and make-believe desserts. Read my post with 6 Reasons Why You Need Amazon Prime and how to Get It FREE! Not sure if Prime is right for you?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 28, 2012

How to Save Money on Food. Throwing food away is a waste of money so buy fresh produce locally that will last longer, learn how to preserve food longer, and eat everything before it spoils. How to Reduce Gas Consumption. For the rest of you, keep gasoline usage in mind. How to Save Money on Utilities.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2012

You also use about 40% more gasoline, according to some musings by Bargain Babe and SelecTrucks. Gasoline waste costs. On highway trips, set the cruise control for a few mph BELOW the speed limit. How to Save Money on Transport Costs. You enjoy the ride less. Your time costs. Increased auto insurance costs.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 10, 2012

If you drive 5 mph over sixty mph, you can be wasting up to 31 cents of gasoline. An easy way to make sure you stay calm behind the wheel, even when you are in a rush, is to use your vehicle’s cruise control. How to Save Money on Gas. Besides being safe, not speeding can help you save money on fuel as well. Shift Sooner.

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