Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 4, 2012
Here are 11 ways you can make your transportation needs a little more eco-friendly. Take Public Transportation If you live anywhere near a small or large city, you probably have access to some form of municipal public transportation. Sure beats using gasoline every day! Why not rent a bike for a few hours?
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 14, 2014
Gasoline : We currently budget $75 a week for gasoline which translates to a tank of gas for our van. With gas prices falling significantly recently, we haven’t been using the full amount. We would be sacrificing our long term financial growth in order to make our budget a little more comfortable in the short term.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 24, 2012
High gas prices got you down? I previously wrote about how I was saving money on gasoline just by driving the speed limit but for this post I wanted to share many more tips on how to make your own car more green and eco-friendly without you having to spend a ton of dough on a new hybrid this year. Change your oil regularly.
Saving Cents With Sense
APRIL 10, 2012
With rising gas prices at the pump, it can be down right painful to fill up at the gas station. for a gallon of gas, we know that it will probably only get worse as the summer rolls on. You don’t need extra equipment or “stuff” in your car that just weighs it down, and ultimately burns more gasoline. Lighten your load.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MARCH 14, 2012
You also use about 40% more gasoline, according to some musings by Bargain Babe and SelecTrucks. When you drive fast (especially on non-highway roads), you tend to brake more and then start up faster – which also wastes gas and causes wear and tear on your vehicle. Gasoline waste costs. How to Save Money on Transport Costs.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 2, 2011
Use alternative methods of transportation , a.k.a. Instead of using your car and spending money on gas, why not invest in a good bicycle or walking shoes. Plus you will save a ton on gasoline and parking fees. SPF’s article on how he has quit smoking. Cook at home.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
NOVEMBER 4, 2011
If your child is ready, talk about the travel industries – who works in them, how they make money, and how much it costs you to use the different kinds of transportation. Buying gasoline. Talk about various car expenses, besides gasoline, like oil, windshield washer fluid, mechanics, tuneups, tires, car payment interest and etc.
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