Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 29, 2022
If you are a frequent driver, then changing a fossil fuel car for an electric one can have huge benefits. Aside from no longer having to buy petrol (a great bonus considering the skyrocketing fuel prices), an electric car emits an average of 60% less CO2 than a petrol-powered car with an exhaust.
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.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 28, 2012
The report found that the Chevy Volt, the electric car that gets the equivalent of 61 miles to the gallon, would cost more after five years than the Chevy Cruze ILT. Clearly, there are other factors at play here, just beyond the fuel savings. Are green cars all they’re cracked up to be? That’s not bad at all.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 4, 2012
Rent A Bike Not near home but still want to explore the area? Most major cities now have bike rentals available by the hour, which sure beats renting a car for the day. Buy A Scooter If you want to feel the breeze in your face but are afraid of climbing up on that Harley, check out small gas or electric-powered scooters.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 4, 2011
Beyond using public transport more, you can also save money and be more green by cutting down on how much you use your car: Don’t use the car for short trips. It’s not fuel efficient to use the car for short trips and you’re be using more fuel than you need to on these kind of journeys. If you can walk, do so.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
SEPTEMBER 12, 2011
However, things are much more difficult now as the running costs required to keep a car on the road are escalating out of control. A survey conducted by the MoneySupermarket.com car insurance division revealed that 65% of motorists will consider fuel economy and basic running costs the next time they purchase a new vehicle.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 18, 2013
Subsidize electric cars for the masses. Increase fuel efficiency standards to a level that actually makes a difference – like 40 or 50 MPG for any and all cars sold in America. Continue (and increase) tax incentives for using renewable energy at home.
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