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STONERS
May 24, 2007, 1:10 p.m.Every time the price of gas goes up 10 cents at the fuel pump, the average driver's gas bill will increase by about $60 to $100 a year, according to Edmunds.com. Here's how to keep the pennies in your pocket as you pull into the gas station.
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buckncindykill
May 24, 2007, 3:43 p.m.Here's a better way to save money. Call your congressman and tell him to reduce the Government's take on each gallon of gas sold; currently 42 cents. This tax is a greater amount than the oil company's profit margin on each gallon sold! Not to mention, the tax is taken, not earned.
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coreyspring
May 24, 2007, 4:09 p.m.I always fill up at Sam's Club, the one near me always has gas about a quarter cheaper a gallon because it's all computerized, there's no gas station attendant and it's credit/debit only. Kinda neat, actually.
Most grocery stores give you a gas discount too, if they have a station and depending how much you shop there.
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natashas
May 24, 2007, 5:37 p.m.Thanks, I appreciate the suggestions! I will remember this and pass it on to my family.
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jonmaverick
May 24, 2007, 7:18 p.m.The article gave some good advice, but left out a lot of other ways to reduce your annual fuel bill. I realize that the article was not meant to be comprehensive, but maybe if everybody here pitches in...
-Perform regular periodic maintenance. This includes an oil change every 3,000 to 10,000 miles, depending on how you drive and what kind of oil you use. Spark plugs and other ignition components need to be replaced periodically, as well as belts, timing belts and hoses.
-Keep your tires properly inflated and rotate them about every 10,000 miles.
-Drive at the posted speed limit and avoid heavy acceleration (no fun).
-Experiment with the types of gas you use, cheaper isn't always better. Certain cars seem to 'prefer' certain types of fuel and may run better and provide better mileage. Don't just try different octanes, try different brands.
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1stMarDiv
May 24, 2007, 8:55 p.m.Got a hypothtical for everyone -
If - (IF) - you spend $5000/ yr in car payments, $3500 a year in fuel cost (family), 3 to 4 oil changes, miscellaneous cost on engine parts - lets just say an even 10,000 in transportation cost, would you trade your gas car in for an electric car with the same expenses?
No more going to the gas station, plugs into the house at night, Tesla roadster is good for 250 miles and 0-60 mph in 4 sec's flat! No engine noises, no exhaust to pollute, and minimal moving motor parts compared to hundreds for gas engines (ware and tear), no oil changes, no plug changes, much less maintenance. Sounds like a good trade. The roadster is pretty expensive but the company will soon come out with a more economical car that looks good.
Also, I don't know if the tax credits are still good, but you get that to.
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OldRusty
May 24, 2007, 9:55 p.m.The best way to cut down fuel cost, is to cut off the elected in office.Fuel taxes should be suspended by federal and state governments.If the elected wont do this they gotta Go.
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Bemuzed
May 24, 2007, 11:02 p.m.For those of you unfortunate enough to have to drive everyday, I found this great article on how to decrease your gasaholic addiction:
http://coaches.aol.com/money/feature/_a/ways-to...
Oh, and let me know if it helps.
-- cheers
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Reignman
May 24, 2007, 11:23 p.m.Well gas is outrageous thats for sure!!! Another note that will help you save money... Be careful which gas stations you goto, alot of them are literally watering down there fuel, which makes you engine run less efficient, and reducing fuel economy!!! So goto a reputable place for fuel.... Be careful alot of gas stations are doing that, and selling there fuel a few cents cheaper, but due to the negative effects its costing you even more money!! Be careful...
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sixshot
May 25, 2007, 7:23 a.m.im a professional driver i average 200 to 300 klms per day the vehical i drive is a 1.8 ltr 4cyl nissan purchased jan 2005 it now has 130.000 klms on the clock its stated milage is 7.2lts per hundred klms i acctually manage to acheve this little clue dont accelerate like a maniac oh and yeah if you have a stick shift manual gearbox find out what the lowest speed it will travel in 5th gear usually 60 to 65 klm per hour if its an auto use the overdrive as much as possable don't carry more fuel than you need and keep the car well seviced another way to cut your commuting costs buy a motor bike it wont be great all year round but it will make a differance
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sixshot
May 25, 2007, 7:32 a.m.oh and when you go to buy a new vehical if you can get what you want in a deisel if your prepared to pay the price go for it i have had to jappanese vans of the same make one petrolgas one deisel the petrol used 11to 12lts of gas per 100klms the deisel 7 to 8ltrs per 100klm the gasoline engine died at 300.000 klms the diesel 500.000 klms if the vehical is going to be purchased as a long term thing deisel is the way to go.
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SilverPaladin
May 25, 2007, 7:33 a.m.Finding ways to save a little bit is the best. I keep my speed to around 55 miles per hour as suggested by my owners manual as it mentioned about a 10% increase in consumption of gas by just going 10 more mph faster which is a lot.. I've also tried to lessen use of my air conditioner and trying not to drive too close as to people and having to throw on my brakes.. all which increase gas consumption. Back on topic though, these were some great tips thanks for sharing.
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Davisu
May 25, 2007, 9:28 a.m.These are great suggestions. Thank you! I just wish I had a Sam's Club near me. Who knew a quarter cheaper would mean so much :). Want more? Read what Christopher Ruddy has to say.
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jumpmaster
May 25, 2007, 10:10 a.m.There were some important things that were omitted from the list.
Sell your gas hog.
Buy a more fuel efficient car.
Drive less.
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Electrocon
May 25, 2007, 12:01 p.m.Someone from the UK commented that across the pond they don't add a tax to each gallon of gas, they tax each mile driven. So regardless of whether you drive an electric, a biodiesel car, or an efficient hybrid, they get you.
If that happens here, maybe people will drive less and/or start commuter groups that pitch in for luxury-type buses (or even large vans) that are plug-in hybrids or run on biodiesel to take them to and from the city. Think of it: ride in comfort with people you know and like (or can at least tolerate), one driver to allow all the passengers to work on their laptops, read, or what have you on the way to work. If you need to work overtime one day, take your car. Otherwise, leave the driving to someone else in your commuter group!
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simonsez
May 25, 2007, 12:42 p.m.I suggest buying 300 shares of COP. The dividend will pay your gas bill and grows larger every year.
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schillinfl1
May 25, 2007, 1:03 p.m.Here's how Americans are saving on fuel this weekend....record numbers of travelers are hitting the roads as well as the airports.
Sorry folks, we haven't hit the wall yet. We're still consuming more oil now than ever and the prices, though a nuisance, it hasn't hit us hard yet.
It's coming though....
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simonsez
May 25, 2007, 1:15 p.m.At $2,00 gas it cost me $40 to fill up ... now it's $65. Not the end of the world in my book.
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