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.
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.
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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. What About Other Types of Green Cars? Can Electric Cars Really Save You Money?
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 24, 2012
Follow the instructions in your car’s manual. Use cruise control. Why carry around all that extra weight, which not only costs you more in fuel but also more wear on your engine. Shut the car off. If you idling for more than 30 seconds, turn the car off. Buy fuel-efficient tires. Keep tires inflated.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 4, 2012
Unless you live, work, and play in your own neighborhood and never venture outside of it, chances are you own a car or a truck. Most American and Canadian adults own or have access to their own vehicle and use it by themselves on a regular basis. Doing so eliminates car payments, insurance bills, and maintenance costs.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 4, 2011
Movie stars, TV actors, and rockers often have huge followings, fans who copy the way they dress, the cars they drive, and even the causes they support. There are quite a few celebrities who have used their visibility to support good causes, like going green. Here are a few celebrities who are trying to make a difference.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 29, 2013
In order to keep construction and maintenance costs down, the Supercharger network uses technology already developed for use inside the Model S itself. They may still use batteries, but now they are charged up using a natural, renewable resource. Will a “Green” Car Really Save You Money?
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