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.
Saving Cents With Sense
JUNE 2, 2011
If you feel like you may need to take out a second mortgage to put fuel in your tank, you are not alone! And as you know, gasoline coupons just don’t appear out this air. That means all of us have to take extra steps so that we can conserve gasoline and get the most out of each fill up. When you drive fast, you burn more fuel.
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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
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.
Saving Cents With Sense
APRIL 10, 2012
You don’t need extra equipment or “stuff” in your car that just weighs it down, and ultimately burns more gasoline. Several grocery stores over rewards that can be redeemed toward fuel savings. In Arizona, shop at Fry’s or Safeway, and you can earn points to save up to $1 per gallon of fuel when you fill up. Lighten your load.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 4, 2012
You can pick up a good used bike for under $100 and stop paying for gasoline and emitting noxious gases. They are incredibly fuel-efficient, cheap to buy and insure, and emit way less pollution than automobiles do. Sure beats using gasoline every day! Can Electric Cars Really Save You Money? How about a motorized bicycle?
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 27, 2011
fuel prices rose 1.9 Over the past 12 months, the gasoline index has increased 32.4 It goes without saying that taking the most direct route to work is most cost-effective, fuel-wise… but planning your commute to enable timely stops to the market or to pay bills on your way to or from work can save money as well.
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