Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 9, 2012

Did you know that 90% of Americans drive to work despite the fact that 70% of them have a commute that is less than 2 miles? of our nation’s population that bikes to work. Biking Makes You Healthier When biking to work for an entire year, the average person will lose 13 pounds (and keep it off!). needs a transportation overhaul.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2012

A few weeks ago, my Aunt sent along an email that warned about mis-calibrated gas pumps. The email was adamant that pumps were overcharging for gasoline because the total amount didn’t really match up to the price times the number of gallons. My Gasoline Ripoff Non-Scientific Test. Gas Price Watch.

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Coupons Do Work

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

Having a car is great but when it comes to gas?? the prices and all are not always fun. Here are 5 easy ways to save on gas the next time you go to the pump. Fill Up Middle of the Week: most of the time, gas prices are at the highest on the weekends (not always but it is a common fact).

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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. You can pick up a good used bike for under $100 and stop paying for gasoline and emitting noxious gases. Sure beats using gasoline every day! High gas prices got you down?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 10, 2012

Below you will find surefire ways to improve gas mileage. The less you idle, the better gas mileage you will receive. To make this tip work for you, and your wallet, turn off the engine if you are going to be stopped for more than one minute. Idling can guzzle a 1/4 tank of gas an hour. High gas prices got you down?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 28, 2012

For the rest of you, keep gasoline usage in mind. Use your car’s cruise control option at a speed of 60 miles per hour or less to increase gas mileage. Leave your car in the garage and carpool to work or school if you can. It has never been easier to find the lowest gas prices. Finally, use technology.

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