Entries from InsWeb’s Insurance Blog | Auto, Home, Life, Health, and more tagged with 'gas mileage'
'Hypermiling' and Ridiculous Gas-Saving Fanatics
A new trend known as 'hypermiling' has drivers taking extreme measures to achieve maximum fuel efficiency. Most hypermiling tips are very safe and sensible, and I actually use a few myself, such as keeping my speed at 60mph on the highway and using low viscosity motor oil. But some of these gas-saving tips border on sheer insanity....
The Cost of Going Green: Are Hybrids Really Worth It?
Unless you've been living under a rock for the past half decade, chances are you already know that hybrids are the hottest vehicles on the road. They promise to keep emissions low and wallets fat, and with some models boasting fuel efficiency well over 40 mpg, going green will save you a ton of money, right? The answer is a...
Fuel-Saving Tips That Waste Gas
Are you as desperate as I am to save fuel? If so, you've probably been going crazy trying to improve your car's fuel efficiency. While I haven't resorted to extreme fuel saving measures--like turning off my air conditioner and rolling up the windows in the middle of summer--I have done quite a bit of research in hopes of finding...
With Gas Prices Soaring, Fuel-Efficient Old Clunkers Make a Comeback
Let's face it--going green can be difficult. Organic food costs a bundle, those fancy energy-saving light bulbs look strange, and keeping the air conditioner set above 82 degrees is nearly impossible in summer. But saving the planet can be even more expensive when it comes to vehicles....
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