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Fossil Fuel Alternatives: Biofuel vs. Electric

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Alternatives to fossil fuel are becoming more popular not only because of their “green” benefits, but also because of concerns about relying on limited, imported resources to fuel cars – and economies. Biofuel and electricity, including hybrid-electric cars, have emerged as top alternatives to fossil fuel. Electric Cars.

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10 Ways to Reduce Utility Bills

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Utility companies may offer certain discounts for different types of energy use. We have an electric car and need to plug it in every night. BUT our electric company offers a great discount for doing so, so even though we’re using electricity, we’re still saving money (not to mention saving money on gas)!

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Go Green and Save Money by Picking the Right Car

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Thanks to its electric supporting motor, the petrol fuelled vehicle is capable of 65.7 On top of this, a number of car insurance companies will now offer discounts of up to 10% for owners of vehicles construed as being environmentally friendly. This comes on top of the £160 ($257) road tax saving and 10% insurance discount.