Archive for the ‘Creative Ideas’ Category
Thursday, August 31st, 2006
Today's tip will help you save a little bit each time you fill up, especially during the hot summer months.
Fill up early in the morning, when the day's temperature is at its lowest.
I came across an interesting article that goes in depth regarding how "hot fuel" can end up costing ...
Posted in Creative Ideas, Miscellaneous | 6 Comments »
Sunday, August 13th, 2006
Today's tip will not only help you save on gas, but will hopefully help your kid(s) get some easy exercise before and after school.
Assuming it's safe, let your kids walk or ride the bus to school.
Since it's back to school time, I figured it was finally the appropriate time to post ...
Posted in Creative Ideas, Drive Less | 20 Comments »
Wednesday, August 9th, 2006
Today's tip really only applies to people with bigger vehicles (sorry!) but is a simple way to help these drivers increase their fuel economy by a couple of percent.
If your vehicle has the capability, remove seating when not in use.
I realize that to most people - I'm assuming most people drive ...
Posted in Creative Ideas, Lighten Your Load | No Comments »
Thursday, August 3rd, 2006
Today's tip will hopefully help you increase your car's fuel economy by 1 to 2%. While that may not seem like much, over time, it'll definitely add up (assuming this theory is correct).
Fill your tires with pure nitrogen as opposed to filling them up with "regular air."
The last time I ...
Posted in Car Maintenance, Creative Ideas, Gas Saving Innovations | 3 Comments »
Sunday, July 30th, 2006
While I've had some pretty off the wall suggestions for ways to save gas (wash and wax your car, lose weight, and don't get new rims), nothing compares to what a Wisconsin high school teacher has done to help offset the rise in gas prices:
He bought a horse and rides ...
Posted in Creative Ideas, Miscellaneous | 14 Comments »
