Gas Saving Roundup

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21 Apr 2008 08:54 AM

Will you curb your vacation plans this summer because of gas prices? I've already cut back on driving here and there now that gas prices have reached the mid $3 range, but analysts say that things will only get worse. Gas prices predicted to rise to $4 a gallon this summer, just in time for the vacation season.

Here is a round up on ways that you can save gas, starting today!

Avoid buying overpriced gas

Okay, so it all seems overpriced, right? But as you probably know, some gas stations charge more than others. How can you find out where the least expensive gas prices in your area are to be found? Check out the following two articles:

Avoid the Gas Gouge

Getting The Best Deal on Gas

Drive efficiently and economically

You can use less gas for the same trip if you learn to drive more efficiently. In general, maintaining an even steady pace and avoiding speeding can save you some gas. Also, finding a fuel-efficient car can really pay off.

You can learn more by reading the following articles:

Calculating Your Car's Fuel Economy

3 Top Ways to Drive More Efficiently

Drive less

This is an obvious way to reduce your gas cost, but are you taking full advantage of it? Are you carpooling or walking and biking instead of driving, for just two examples. What about buying things online instead of shopping in retail stores. Many sites offer free shipping, but even if they don't, the shipping cost may be less than your fuel cost. To learn more about driving less, check out the following articles:

Optimizing Our Errands

Optimizing Our Errands 2

Becoming a Hermit

Reduce other car-related expenses to balance the high cost of fuel

You may not be saving on gas, but by reducing other expenses, such as insurance, your budget won't be hit as hard. Check out the following articles to help you get started.

3 Tips that Will Save You Money on Car Insurance

Frugal and Customized Car Mats

Mary Ann Romans writes about everything related to saving money in the Frugal Blog, technology in the Computing Blog, and creating a home in the Home Blog. You can read more of her articles by clicking here.

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Mary Ann Romans is a freelance writer, wife and mother of three children. She lives in Pennsylvania with her husband, the kids and a 16-pound cat.

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