Prairie Eco-Thrifter
FEBRUARY 25, 2013
Despite all of those tangibles, fuel economy is still only an estimate. Let’s take a look at a few reasons why your vehicle’s actual fuel economy may not add up to the advertised fuel estimates. We all know that city driving lowers fuel economy. The “You” Factor. Maintenance.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JUNE 1, 2014
We then looked at how much each item in that group cost us; gas, property and car insurance, maintenance, etc. 400/month gas for truck. 130/month gas for car. It has great fuel economy, at about 40 MPG. This is an exercise that we wanted to do prior to combining our chequing accounts. 187/month car insurance.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 24, 2012
High gas prices got you down? This helps reduce pollution by preventing gas fumes from heating up and thus creating ozone. Those instructions are there on the gas pump for a reason. Why carry around all that extra weight, which not only costs you more in fuel but also more wear on your engine. Check them every few weeks.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 10, 2012
Drivers and manufacturers are both embracing the eco-friendly tools because they help lower C02 emissions and achieve better gas mileage. However, none of these tools will help drivers that intentionally or unintentionally sabotage their own fuel economy. Proven Tips to Increase Gas Mileage. Don’t Idle.
Saving Cents With Sense
MAY 23, 2013
What’s more is that many of these 40-plus miles-per-gallon cars aren’t the two-seat vehicles normally associated with good gas mileage, but models fit for the whole family. So what can be attributed to automakers developing more fuel-efficient cars without classifying them as hybrids or electrics? The basic model has a 1.6-liter,
Saving With Shellie
DECEMBER 11, 2012
This also helps with the gas mileage making it an affordable SUV to fill up. It won’t guzzle gas like some other 7-seater SUVs. The official EPA Fuel Economy is 20 MPG in the City and 26 MPG on the highway. Drives Like a Car – This may be a con for some people but I personally loved it.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 21, 2012
If we all used less gas and walked more we would not only improve our financial picture but we will be healthier too. ” Jay from Daily Fuel Economy Tip shares How to Save on a New Car , and says, “Are you in the market for a new car? In this economy, that’s not a small pricetag. The Best of The Rest. .”
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