Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 14, 2011
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.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MARCH 10, 2012
Going green and saving money is easier said than done when going about it by yourself. But while independence is critical in the successful mastering of money management and sustainability, that doesn’t mean you have to go about these efforts solo. Fuel Consumption Calculator. Related posts: How to Be Green and Save Money.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
FEBRUARY 25, 2013
Despite all of those tangibles, fuel economy is still only an estimate. And, in 2012 alone, both Kia and Hyundai were found guilty of misstating their vehicles’ fuel efficiency by up to 15 percent , while a California woman was awarded nearly $10,000 when she sued Honda in small claims court for overstated mpg claims.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JUNE 1, 2014
We wanted to see where we were spending most of our money, and whether there is any opportunity for us to cut down on any of those bills as a result of the combination of our finances. It has great fuel economy, at about 40 MPG. Money Tips' Other than housing, our biggest budget buster is transportation.
Motherhood Moments
MARCH 14, 2023
With gas prices still high and inflation putting pressure on people’s budgets, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its editors’ picks for 2023’s Best Gas Credit Cards to help drivers save money, along with a new survey to gauge consumer sentiment. Fuel Frustration : 78% of Americans say current gas prices are too high.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 24, 2012
Wishing you had bought a new Prius or even an EV about a year ago so you could be saving a ton of money on those twice weekly fill ups? Why carry around all that extra weight, which not only costs you more in fuel but also more wear on your engine. Buy fuel-efficient tires. Change your oil regularly. Shut the car off.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 27, 2011
Whether by bus, trolley, train or auto, the need to get to work hits everyone hard in a depressed economy. fuel prices rose 1.9 Following a pre-planned route not only saves money and fuel – it also reduces your carbon footprint while trekking to and fro to run errands. Smart Commute. percent in August 2011, after a 4.7
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