Totally Frugal

By Catherine Pulsifer
Our reliable Buick was fast approaching the 200,000KM mark. How many more kilometers would be get out of it?
As winter approaches, we wondered whether our car would make it through the winter months. We live in the country, and our Buick has no 4 wheel drive. Since we get a lot of snow here, would we be able to get out if we had to?

Copyright 2005 Danek Kaus

The hurricane that has devastated so many lives has created
a huge spike in gasoline prices around the country, even in
areas that are not directly affected by the crisis.

With this in mind, here are some ways that you can reduce
your gas consumption, and thereby spend less money at the
pump. At the same time, you’ll also be helping the
environment by putting fewer emissions into the air.

1. Avoid idling as much as possible. Modern engines do

Gas prices are on the rise again! Here are some tips to help you
conserve gas and save money as we approach summer gas prices.

1. Keep your car tuned up. Cars in poor running condition use
more gasoline.

2. Plan trips well to avoid unnecessary driving.

3. When you run your air conditioner you get much worse gas
mileage. Use your air conditioner sparingly. If you have a lower
setting, use it. Turn it on until the car gets cool, then turn it
off and let the fan circulate the cool air. Never run your air