Fuel Costs and Tips
• Only about 5 percent of cars in the country really need premium gas, yet 20 percent of all gas sold is premium.
• Check your owner's manual and see what it says you need. You may actually be harming your car, not taking better care of it, by using premium gas.
• You'll save between 5 and 15 cents a gallon buying gas from a discount store or warehouse club versus a branded location. The gas is the same no matter where you go.
Why I decided to buy a Tesla S
I've had some very strong feedback since I revealed that my wife and I bought a Tesla. The Tesla S is an all-electric car made in California. It's a magnificent automobile, an incredible performer…and it costs a fortune. I bought one when there was a cheaper version that no longer ...
Less gas tax revenue poses problem for road maintenance
How should we pay to maintain and repair roads and bridges? That question is set to become a huge issue over the next few years. Let's say you buy an electric car like me. Suddenly, you're riding on the roads without paying for their upkeep. That's because roads are maintained ...
Should you dump your old gas guzzler?
At times of high gas prices, I get the question all the time: Should you dump your old car that gets bad fuel economy and get a new one with great economy fuel? The short answer is that to do so is usually a false economy. Let me explain. Every ...
Price of gas will be smiling on your wallet
The price of gas is set to smile on you as you fill up in the coming weeks. Just as prices spiked in mid-winter, we're now seeing a sharp reversal. A barrel of oil is selling for $88 and the price of a gallon at wholesale is down to $2.72/gallon. ...
Wal-Mart's money-saving gas offer
Wal-Mart has a deal on gas for you in nearly two dozen states. Find out how you can save 10 or 15 cents a gallon every time you fill up through early July.
Sweet lease deals on electric cars
Automakers are rolling out great leasing offers on electric vehicles while they sit unloved on dealer lots. Range anxiety has been a big reason why people haven't bought electric cars. That's the fear that you'll run out of charge and have to call a tow truck from the side of ...
Cheap options for new and used cars
With the average cost of cars right around $32,000, is it possible to buy one for less? You betcha! Car buyers keep pushing the price of cars up and up and they keep taking out longer and longer car loans. I read a recent report about some loans stretching out ...
Upcoming changes to Ethanol will damage engines
The gas at your local filling station could soon kill the engines in your lawn mowers, scooters, trimmers, and leaf blowers if the government has its way.
Wal-Mart's spring gas promo
If you are looking to save money on gas, Wal-Mart has an offer for you in nearly two dozen states. The mega-retailer is offering a discount of 15 cents/gallon all spring long through July 7 at any Wal-Mart gas station if you use a Wal-Mart money card or credit card. ...
Automakers adjust to higher gas prices
The American economy, consumers, and even automakers are adjusting what they do and how they do it in light of rising gas prices. I was recently at the Atlanta Car Show with my 7-year-old son and noticed something I'd never seen before: Automakers were giving their most prominent positions to ...
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