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How do you save money on gas?

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  • KarateKatGraphics May 29, 2012 @ 10:49 am | delete
    these are fantastic suggestions, with info to back them up! blessed!
  • Hypersapien May 19, 2012 @ 5:50 pm | delete
    Great lens. I have a lens on fuel-efficient cars, and some of the info here would help increase gas mileage even further.
  • pyngthyngs May 14, 2012 @ 10:30 am | delete
    I can tell you put a lot of work into this lens. Well done.
  • RuralFloridaLiving May 8, 2012 @ 5:55 pm | delete
    very good!
  • ernestoserna May 7, 2012 @ 5:36 pm | delete
    Absolutely! A great tip is to lower the warm water thermostat below 2 degrees and cut 10% of energy. Think it.
  • John_Michael May 6, 2012 @ 6:58 am | delete
    stay home and work from home
  • SoyCandleLover-Maker Apr 27, 2012 @ 7:29 am | delete
    Great tips and lots of common sense, too. Scheduling loop driving for errands is my biggest savings. I keep suggesting to my husband to do the same, but he's not hearing me. I do however hear him complain about the money he spends on gas. Well... surprise, surprise. :)
  • gottaloveit Apr 24, 2012 @ 3:26 pm | delete
    Blessed.
  • senditondown Apr 22, 2012 @ 1:22 pm | delete
    Tire pressure, watching my speed and consolidating trips. Thanks for the tips and good advice.
  • Jake_2525 Apr 19, 2012 @ 9:13 pm | delete
    I don't really agree on the shop with your fingers. I know it might save gas. However, I think people need to get out and shop at local stores. It gives them exercise and a chance to get out of the house. Because nowadays you can do pretty much anything without leaving home. So that's what I think. However nice lens.
  • Steve_Kaye Apr 20, 2012 @ 12:28 am | delete
    I agree with your comment. So I revised the text on this point recommending that people use this option with local merchants. I also agree that it's a good idea to go out to meet people. Most purchases benefit from talking with the salespeople. Thank you for speaking up.
  • Squidlicker Apr 16, 2012 @ 10:52 am | delete
    Luckily I live about 1 km from my office. I used to drive my car to work every day. Recently I started to walk to my office. It takes me about 20 minutes and it allows me not only to save money on gas but also to do something good for my health.
  • gonzalezdenise Apr 8, 2012 @ 10:13 pm | delete
    Enjoyed the quiz. Very nice lens.
  • HenkWillemse Apr 8, 2012 @ 9:40 am | delete
    Everyone needs to save now especially with the price still rising
  • kayla_harris Apr 8, 2012 @ 3:51 am | delete
    Very informative lens! Thanks for sharing!
  • Graceonline Apr 6, 2012 @ 10:32 pm | delete
    Oh, you made me laugh with "Vroom, Vroom." I look forward to the day when we no longer need cars as we know them today.
  • TheEmone Apr 5, 2012 @ 9:17 pm | delete
    Great and informative lens ;)
  • Ajeet Apr 5, 2012 @ 5:12 pm | delete
    I think there is a lot of pain left in gas prices even today.
  • MaartjeJepsen Apr 5, 2012 @ 9:50 am | delete
    Good tips! Thank you for sharing!
  • RubyHRose Apr 5, 2012 @ 3:54 am | delete
    Work out of my home now, only go into town 2 or 3 times a week. Ride the bus when I want to explore the scenery. Great article. I loved the polls and quizzes.
  • TheLifestyleChanger Apr 3, 2012 @ 8:48 pm | delete
    What comprehensive information - I am sure we mostly know what you share, but it is a salient reminder. Blessings.
  • danowrites Apr 2, 2012 @ 4:23 pm | delete
    Nice site . lots of good info.
    looks like you did your homework on the subject.
    Yes, i'm one to drive out of their way to buy gas from a station that has a low price. lol
  • donaldfeit Apr 2, 2012 @ 10:18 am | delete
    A good, comprehensive list of tips, although some are pretty expensive to implement (e.g. moving closer to work). I would love to telecommute... Hey, boss! Are you listening?!?
  • thewayeyeseeit Apr 2, 2012 @ 7:42 am | delete
    Great food for thought. With the price of gas climbing almost daily, these ideas take on new meaning. thanks for the information.
  • KimGiancaterino Apr 1, 2012 @ 10:05 pm | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD!
  • agalova Apr 1, 2012 @ 9:26 pm | delete
    I try and walk whenever it is feasible, but I do let my car run more than I should. Thanks for sharing this, everyone can benefit from a few extra dollars in their pockets each week!
  • bchadra Apr 1, 2012 @ 5:50 pm | delete
    Some well thought out yet simple tips. Wondering why the speed limit doesn't go back to 55? Don't cars have their optimum efficiency at this speed?
  • awelldressedbullet Apr 1, 2012 @ 2:33 pm | delete
    Congratulations on your Lens of the Day, it is fantastic, nicely done!

    And happy April Fool's Day!
  • Ruthi Apr 1, 2012 @ 12:55 pm | delete
    Great gas saving ideas! I pretty much travel to and from work, with most errands being along that trip. I don't venture off course much, mostly due to time and the fact that I don't like to drive and I don't like to shop.
  • LaraineRose Apr 1, 2012 @ 4:58 am | delete
    A belated congratulations on winning the LotD award. I missed seeing it posted. I'm happy I saw it now. Blessed.
  • skiesgreen Apr 1, 2012 @ 12:09 am | delete
    Congrats on the award. Now featured on Blessed by Skiesgreen 2012 and also on Squidoo LOTD Lenses 2
  • DebMartin Mar 31, 2012 @ 6:27 pm | delete
    What an outstanding lens! d
  • clicks-4-bricks Mar 31, 2012 @ 9:59 am | delete
    I have noticed that my gas consumption is greater when my vehicles go below half full. So I plan my gas stops to be on my route at the lowest price location before it gets below the half way mark. Thanks for the great lens and congrats on LOTD!
  • BlueTrane Mar 30, 2012 @ 6:51 pm | delete
    nice lens!
  • goo2eyes Mar 30, 2012 @ 4:41 pm | delete
    congratulations for winning the purple star and LoD trophies, excellent job you made.
  • goo2eyes Mar 30, 2012 @ 4:40 pm | delete
    we go shopping once a week.
  • BradKamer Mar 30, 2012 @ 9:56 am | delete
    Great lens and good reminders on how to curb gas costs. I save money by riding my bike to train station (to work).
  • suzy-t Mar 30, 2012 @ 9:50 am | delete
    Great information. I was shocked about the idling question and the equivalent miles driven. I'll be shutting the car off when waiting for the kids from now on. Thanks Steve !... and the least I can do for saving me money and writing such an authoritative lens is...bless it...
  • Wbisbill Mar 30, 2012 @ 9:22 am | delete
    Interesting. Thumbs up. Helpful tips.
  • Karlaashlee Mar 30, 2012 @ 9:05 am | delete
    Talk about right on time! Prices are ridiculous and its definitely something to strategize about. Great and thorough article!
  • paulbarton Mar 30, 2012 @ 8:34 am | delete
    great site - one that can make me smile while talking about fuel prices is one good lens
  • MysticTurtle Mar 30, 2012 @ 8:00 am | delete
    Right now, I live where I work. My commute is 20 steps down to first floor. I love it! Even my second job was a block away. I only had to drive to the grocery store on weekends.
  • jeremejazz Mar 30, 2012 @ 7:38 am | delete
    congratulations
  • spelaspela Mar 30, 2012 @ 7:16 am | delete
    very informative lens, we must protect the word:)
  • mel-kav Mar 30, 2012 @ 7:10 am | delete
    Great lens - loved the quizzes!
  • mel-kav Mar 30, 2012 @ 7:10 am | delete
    Great lens - loved the quizzes!
  • Helenee Mar 30, 2012 @ 5:39 am | delete
    Excellent points made!
    I'm all for economizing in gas (and in any other occasions!).
    I think most of the tips you're giving, such as shopping in a loop, not bothering to drive long miles to save pennies, tuning up the engine, etc are so logical and self-evident, that I'm really surprised to see people scratching their heads and replying, "Yeah, you're right, I haven't thought of it..."
    And I feel so sad (and, yes, I admit it, angered), when I see people shrugging and going about their usual (polluting!) routines, just because they don't care to alter little behaviors...
  • mutter Mar 30, 2012 @ 5:07 am | delete
    Great lens- in a world that is often very wasteful, we need to remember such tips!
  • AnnMarie7 Mar 30, 2012 @ 2:46 am | delete
    This was a great lens, with fun quizzes...I aced all of them...lol. And I'm sure I will remember to use a lot of these tips. Some of them I already do. Thanks!
  • SophiaStar Mar 30, 2012 @ 2:39 am | delete
    There are so many gems of information in this wonderful article where does one even begin?! Thank you!
  • Anthonyaa Mar 30, 2012 @ 12:31 am | delete
    Thank you for such timely and beneficial information.
  • rnhealthinfo Mar 30, 2012 @ 12:25 am | delete
    Fun quizzes and great tips to save gas, we can all use. Congrats on your LOTD!
  • Darkskeleton Mar 30, 2012 @ 12:03 am | delete
    Look up cheaper stations online and word of mouth from neighbors and famliy for when I do drive. I generally just bike now though.
  • happynutritionist Mar 29, 2012 @ 11:57 pm | delete
    Great tips...some I've been practicing, others are new. If my husband could get a job closer to home, it would save about $200 a month just in gas. Congrats on the LOTD:-)
  • Funner1 Mar 29, 2012 @ 11:32 pm | delete
    This lens was great fun! I most like your, (Ride a bicycle
    But do this in your car) Thanks.
  • gemjane Mar 29, 2012 @ 10:31 pm | delete
    Great lens chock full of worthwhile info! We have stopped using the drive-up at the bank and the drug store and go inside to avoid idling the motor while waiting in line.
  • GardenCherub Mar 29, 2012 @ 10:05 pm | delete
    We don't run into McDonalds everyday (8 miles away) for breakfast. Gas here just went up to 4.15 a gallon. Geez. More home time! Congratulations on LotD! must go see some of your photos. Best wishes.
  • TheresaBesaw Mar 29, 2012 @ 9:28 pm | delete
    Nice lens but a little too many quizs for me. Still very informative however, with the job market the way it is and the home values being what they are moving and finding jobs is not always a feasible route to take.
  • barbara-sballew Mar 29, 2012 @ 9:22 pm | delete
    I don't speed
  • FranTollett Mar 29, 2012 @ 8:46 pm | delete
    Carpool. Saves time and money! Great lens.
  • virtualboy Mar 29, 2012 @ 8:21 pm | delete
    well done and see why you got LOTD, you deserve it
  • COUNTRYLUTHIER Mar 29, 2012 @ 8:11 pm | delete
    Great thought provoking lens, especially the driving 10 miles to save 10 cents, that stung! Definitely gets a COUNTRYLUTHIER like today.
  • dier1 Mar 29, 2012 @ 7:21 pm | delete
    Thanks to your tips, I'll now focus on saving money on gas. Very helpful and informal!
  • TeamSTM Mar 29, 2012 @ 7:17 pm | delete
    This Lens is Right on time and full of very useful Info.!!! I Really Love this Lens and the Information contained within!!! :D
  • ClassyGals Mar 29, 2012 @ 7:00 pm | delete
    Very interesting lens, who doesn't want to save money on gas today? I especially liked your suggestion of shopping online. I tend to like to run out to the mall way too often. Angel Blessings**
  • ClassyGals Mar 29, 2012 @ 7:00 pm | delete
    Very interesting lens, who doesn't want to save money on gas today? I especially liked your suggestion of shopping online. I tend to like to run out to the mall way too often. Angel Blessings**
  • Frankster Mar 29, 2012 @ 6:58 pm | delete
    Excellent lens. Very thought provoking. I'm so glad we have a Prius. It's a real gas saver and nice to drive too. Bear hugs, Frankster
  • Frankster Mar 29, 2012 @ 6:58 pm | delete
    Excellent lens. Very thought provoking. I'm so glad we have a Prius. It's a real gas saver and nice to drive too. Bear hugs, Frankster
  • derryod Mar 29, 2012 @ 6:52 pm | delete
    Great tips! If I may add another, driving with the windows open is another gas guzzler.
  • jimbarnes Mar 29, 2012 @ 6:23 pm | delete
    lens held my interest
  • oceansky Mar 29, 2012 @ 6:16 pm | delete
    Great tips on how to Save Money on Gas.
  • JoyfulReviewer Mar 29, 2012 @ 6:15 pm | delete
    Nicely informative lens. Loved the interaction with your quizzes. Congrats on your Purple Star and LOTD ... both well-deserved!
  • malzeke Mar 29, 2012 @ 6:07 pm | delete
    This is a fantastic lens.
  • J-Ellen Mar 29, 2012 @ 5:54 pm | delete
    Great tips. Nice lens. Very interactive.
  • AlexiaLynn Mar 29, 2012 @ 5:40 pm | delete
    I recently purchased a jeep patriot and only fill up once a week at about 40 bucks and i am driving all the time due to unforseen circumstances! I LOVE MY JEEP!
  • billybraveheart Mar 29, 2012 @ 4:56 pm | delete
    Great lens, and I only got two questions wrong :-)
  • RawBill Mar 29, 2012 @ 4:35 pm | delete
    You have some great tips here. I have just returned from three weeks in the USA and I have to say that fuel is still a lot cheaper there than most western countries. We pay the equivalent of around $5.70 per gallon here in Australia in the cities. It only gets more expensive the further out you travel or if you want premium fuel. The only time I saw gas prices anywhere near our cheapest prices was in Isolated places like Death Valley. The cheapest I saw was in Nevada and was around $2 per gallon better than anything you can get here in Australia. Keep up the awesome work and congrats on LOTD. :-)
  • SellClean Mar 29, 2012 @ 4:30 pm | delete
    No mention of hyper-mileing? It works if you can avoid getting run over on the highway! Great Lens!!!
  • WindyWinters Mar 29, 2012 @ 4:27 pm | delete
    Congrats on LOTD! I try to combine trips and I'm out using only once or twice a week. Oops, but we do travel quite a bit...on and off road.
  • Spokanewebdesign Mar 29, 2012 @ 4:26 pm | delete
    always trying to save a buck, especially with gas prices soaring
  • goodee Mar 29, 2012 @ 4:12 pm | delete
    Congrats on LOTD, great information!
  • ckolander Mar 29, 2012 @ 4:02 pm | delete
    Great tips! Congrats on the LOTD, you definitely deserve it!
  • Mar 29, 2012 @ 3:50 pm | delete
    I recently purchased a Bicycle and have been trying to use it as much as possible, but it is to easy to get lazy and get in the car.
  • Danzuc Mar 29, 2012 @ 3:42 pm | delete
    Great lens Steve! Full of good info and I like the quizes. I am constantly aware of my fuel expense and admit I dont often get to enjoy a drive. Its sucking all the fun out of motoring. But I do check my tyre pressure regularly and run an injector cleaner additive through it twice a year. Good work though and a thumbs up and an angel blessing to you.
  • valuestreammarketinggroup Mar 29, 2012 @ 3:36 pm | delete
    Lots of great tips, everyone needs to learn these when gas is almost $5 a gallon!
  • seemly Mar 29, 2012 @ 3:26 pm | delete
    Another fantastic lens Steve. You're beginning to make a bit of a habit these days... Thanks for the tips. =)
  • Anne Vanderlaan Mar 29, 2012 @ 3:23 pm | delete
    Well the best way I have saved on gas is to drive slow. I had to drive a long distance with my Ford F150 and so I went only 50 miles per hour instead of the 75 miles per hour and it saved me $300. The trip to was $400 dollars and the trip same distance was $100. People get mad when you drive slow like that but I did not have enough money to drive back. So now I drive like an old Granny and let everyone honk at me!
  • jenms Mar 29, 2012 @ 3:17 pm | delete
    Congrats on LOTD! I drive a MINI and my mileage has started to decrease. I'm going to take some of your recommendations like removing items from my trunk and inflating tires to see if it helps.
  • jenms Mar 29, 2012 @ 3:17 pm | delete
    Congrats on LOTD! I drive a MINI and my mileage has started to decrease. I'm going to take some of your recommendations like removing items from my trunk and inflating tires to see if it helps.
  • jenms Mar 29, 2012 @ 3:17 pm | delete
    Congrats on LOTD! I drive a MINI and my mileage has started to decrease. I'm going to take some of your recommendations like removing items from my trunk and inflating tires to see if it helps.
  • JRAhlers Mar 29, 2012 @ 3:08 pm | delete
    Wow, I don't have a car atm, but when I do, I'll be sure to follow these! You are a great writer, and I really enjoyed reading this and taking your quizzes (I aced them all!). I really like the quote about money and time!
    Thanks!
  • joannalynn Mar 29, 2012 @ 3:06 pm | delete
    I was a former commuter, but work from by country home now, and make a one week trip to town. What a savings! Do you know if studded snow tires have a notable effect on gas mileage? I enjoyed the quiz!
  • lbrummer Mar 29, 2012 @ 2:32 pm | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD. Well deserved recognition for a lens with great gas saving tips.
  • fionamckay9 Mar 29, 2012 @ 2:20 pm | delete
    I drive at a reasonable speed - the best speed for my car is 90km/hour and I seldom go over that. I use the freeway where possible and avoid stop and starting whenever I can.
  • sittonbull Mar 29, 2012 @ 2:20 pm | delete
    Good tips ... thanks!
  • kabbalahwisdom Mar 29, 2012 @ 2:19 pm | delete
    Great lens! Saving gas is very important.
  • I-sparkle Mar 29, 2012 @ 2:16 pm | delete
    I walk or use the bus to go almost everywhere. Of course, you have the added benefits of improving your own personal health by walking. Great lens. I love common sense advice that everyone can benefit from. Congrats on this well deserved Lotd!
  • MillBucks Mar 29, 2012 @ 2:10 pm | delete
    Great informative article, we as a family have taken up riding our bikes daily for short trips to the store or errands and getting our daily exercise at the same time.

    Congrats on LoTD and the coveted Purple Star, very much well deserved indeed!
  • flicker Mar 29, 2012 @ 2:06 pm | delete
    Excellent article! I work from home and I rarely drive for other reasons. But I still found your tips helpful. Thanks!
  • StephenC Mar 29, 2012 @ 1:54 pm | delete
    Good lens. For most people, there really are only 2 ways to use less gas. Go slower and drive less. Funny how we think $3 gas would be cheap!
  • Pastiche Mar 29, 2012 @ 1:50 pm | delete
    I stopped commuting more than 10 years ago, and I have a very high efficiency vehicle. I do, however, take all the possible steps I can to save trips and fuel. Nicely done.
  • EmmeSinger Mar 29, 2012 @ 1:33 pm | delete
    Yes, I said it once already, but ... impressive lens (nodding head with appreciation). Makes me glad I don't need math skills at work and that I live in a city with great public transportation!
  • faye_durham Mar 29, 2012 @ 1:10 pm | delete
    Great lens! I am taking notes as this is one of my favorite topics. Thanks for the tips.
  • BunnyFabulous Mar 29, 2012 @ 1:02 pm | delete
    Excellent lens, and it reminded me to check tire pressure. I shop online when I can, and try to 'bundle' errands so I don't have to make separate trips. We purposely choose doctors, dentists, etc., within a certain (small) radius unless absolutely necessary.
  • BryanLSC Mar 29, 2012 @ 12:44 pm | delete
    Amazing lens with all the thorough tips!!!
  • RStiltskin Mar 29, 2012 @ 12:43 pm | delete
    Great lens.
    I think most people are guilty of under-inflated tires.
    Also I see too many jack-rabbit starts.
    And too many SUV's.
  • bushaex Mar 29, 2012 @ 12:43 pm | delete
    Should force anyone to think about things often overlooked. Thanks!
  • mbgphoto Mar 29, 2012 @ 12:22 pm | delete
    Steve this is a great lens...something to be learned by everyone. Blessed by a SquidAngel
  • indirablu Mar 29, 2012 @ 12:09 pm | delete
    i like your lens... makes a lot of sense... thanks for sharing.
  • billsolano Mar 29, 2012 @ 12:04 pm | delete
    Great lens , Thanks for the tips...
  • billsolano Mar 29, 2012 @ 12:04 pm | delete
    Great lens , Thanks for the tips...
  • mizrae Mar 29, 2012 @ 11:49 am | delete
    I love your quiz's as most individuals don't think about the little things that add up in the long run. Just as my son stated about oil in the car, it doesn't have to be moving for the oil to be circulating.
  • ninakreativa Mar 29, 2012 @ 11:47 am | delete
    Truly fantastic lens - everyone should take a look at it, as it is very informative and you can learn a lot from it. Amazing job!
  • aquarian_insight Mar 29, 2012 @ 11:43 am | delete
    I save money on gas by walking, not owning a car and using public transport. Excellent tips and advice here though for those that do drive.
  • Markstuffnmore Mar 29, 2012 @ 11:36 am | delete
    Tthanks for the reminders!
  • KittySmith Mar 29, 2012 @ 11:26 am | delete
    Wow! I level up just by taking your quizes and polls! Thanks for a fun 20 minutes!
  • KittySmith Mar 29, 2012 @ 11:22 am | delete
    I already utilize many of your suggestions. Planning outings to prevent doubling back, lumping trips and errands together which saves me time and money. I never take off fast and coast twoards red lights rearely having to come to a complete stop. I also ride my fuel efficient Harley whenever possible.
  • GiftRepSandy Mar 29, 2012 @ 11:14 am | delete
    Great lens! Thanks for all the tips. I will remember them while driving!!
  • elsahc Mar 29, 2012 @ 10:50 am | delete
    Since I bought my prius and can actually "see" how much gas I am using on the mileage screen, I have become a much better driver. I see people gunning it past me and I know how much extra gas they are using. My foot has become very light on the pedal, but I am still getting great power from the car. I wish I had know how to drive this way about 30 years ago...but glad I am doing it now.
  • KateHon Mar 29, 2012 @ 10:44 am | delete
    We are working toward a goal of our being able to work from home, which will save us lots of money, time, gas and wear and tear on our attitudes and vehicle!
  • jptanabe Mar 29, 2012 @ 10:36 am | delete
    Congrats on LotD! Wish I could save more money on gas, but as you point out driving 10 miles to a cheaper gas station saves nothing, and in our case it's across a bridge with a toll!
  • jsr54 Mar 29, 2012 @ 10:29 am | delete
    I save gas/money by pulling up at the end of the pick up line at our school. Especially in the late spring and late fall when the temperatures in Texas require the use of the AC. I refuse to sit in the line idling when I can just pull up in a timely manner and drive right through!

    Great lens for all of us to be reminded on how to save gas or implement new ways! Congrats!
  • modz Mar 29, 2012 @ 10:24 am | delete
    Amazing lens!
  • pjspaperdoll Mar 29, 2012 @ 10:12 am | delete
    As I read this LotD (CONGRATULATIONS!) I realize that not everyone can do all of the suggestions. However, if we each do what we can, then we will all save! Great lens!!
  • RecycleRRR Mar 29, 2012 @ 10:12 am | delete
    Congrats on a great lens!
  • Close2Art Mar 29, 2012 @ 10:12 am | delete
    Great tips and things I haven't thought about, congrats on LOTD too, Blessed
  • sousababy Mar 29, 2012 @ 10:04 am | delete
    Congrats Steve on a most deserved LotD. Take good care, Rose
  • fugeecat Mar 29, 2012 @ 9:43 am | delete
    I try to make all my trips in one shot for the day.
  • ifeelgod Mar 29, 2012 @ 9:41 am | delete
    Wow congratulations on the lens of the day
  • agoofyidea Mar 29, 2012 @ 9:37 am | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD! This lens had lots of great information and the quizzes taught me a lot. I have a fuel efficient car, but I could probably drive it more efficiently.
  • PeteSchultz Mar 29, 2012 @ 9:30 am | delete
    Congrats on LOTD, timely and wise info.
  • Audado Mar 29, 2012 @ 9:26 am | delete
    As I said in an earlier comment. I move my car only if it is necessary. I walk a lot and use public transportation. And yes, I bought a new bike recently.
  • cold0911 Mar 29, 2012 @ 9:24 am | delete
    Coasting is better than braking.
  • designsbyharriet Mar 29, 2012 @ 9:22 am | delete
    Great, timely lens. Gas prices are moving up fast and anything I can do to keep my gasoline bills down is worth reading.
  • bwet Mar 29, 2012 @ 9:22 am | delete
    excellent lens on saving gas
  • JoshK47 Mar 29, 2012 @ 9:22 am | delete
    Congrats on LotD! Definitely some great tips here. Blessed by a SquidAngel!
  • Squidoo-Freak Mar 29, 2012 @ 9:16 am | delete
    Excellent Lens with timely information. I'm afraid we're all going to have to get used to paying more for fuel. Congrats on LOTD
  • jaredsgirl Mar 29, 2012 @ 9:14 am | delete
    Wonderful lens! Great ideas! Congratulations on LOTD. Nicely done.
  • teristazko Mar 29, 2012 @ 9:13 am | delete
    Congrats on LotD! Fun and creative lens. Thanks for the 100+ points too!
  • MindPowerProofs Mar 29, 2012 @ 9:07 am | delete
    I don't drive unless it is really necessary.
  • cffutah Mar 29, 2012 @ 9:06 am | delete
    Great education and the ability to teach the reader by polls and quiz's was very smart. *blessed by a squid angel*
  • charlb Mar 29, 2012 @ 9:00 am | delete
    Congrats on LOTD! And well deserved. An interesting topic presented in a smart yet fun way.
  • ScottiesRock Mar 29, 2012 @ 8:59 am | delete
    Great lens! Congrats on LOTD. Nice job. - Blessed by a Squid Angel.
  • Light-Life-Energy Mar 29, 2012 @ 8:59 am | delete
    use the metro. plan a loop route for errands 1-2x week. Really insightful and practical lens, thank you.
  • neuromancer Mar 29, 2012 @ 8:55 am | delete
    I think the best suggestion is using the bike, it will not only save your gas but also your health. Unfortunatelly, for lazy people there are not good suggestions, they just need to stop being lazy.
  • neuromancer Mar 29, 2012 @ 8:54 am | delete
    I think the best suggestion is using the bike, it will not only save your gas but also your health. Unfortunatelly, for lazy people there are not good suggestions, they just need to stop being lazy.
  • snakesmom Mar 29, 2012 @ 8:54 am | delete
    Such great tips to save all the gas we can. Thanks, learned a few new things on how to save even more gas in the years to come.
  • TamaraKajari Mar 29, 2012 @ 8:51 am | delete
    Very well deserved LOTD. It's funny how easily we find all kinds of excuses for using our cars and not bikes or our own two feet :)
  • bjslapidary Mar 29, 2012 @ 8:50 am | delete
    Fun lens. Lots of common sense here. Thanks for a great lens. Congrats on the LotD.
  • rauspitz Mar 29, 2012 @ 8:48 am | delete
    Excellent lens, great information. Congratulations on getting LOTD!
  • savateuse Mar 29, 2012 @ 8:46 am | delete
    Lots of info! Thanks!
  • JennySui Mar 29, 2012 @ 8:38 am | delete
    Congrats on LOtD!
  • MarcoG Mar 29, 2012 @ 8:21 am | delete
    Very useful lens - great job. Congrats on the LotD too :)
  • TheTravelGal Mar 29, 2012 @ 7:45 am | delete
    Wonderful lens, gained a lot. Thanks!
  • GregCunningham Mar 29, 2012 @ 7:32 am | delete
    Great lense, I loved the quizes even though I was not very good at some of the quiestions.
  • JoanneOtt Mar 29, 2012 @ 6:56 am | delete
    Some great suggestions for saving money on gas. It's especially important as prices have risen so high already and it's not even summer time yet.
  • Party Poker Review Mar 29, 2012 @ 6:26 am | delete
    is it really true can we really do that. other than that its really an amazing post i like it
  • intermarks Mar 29, 2012 @ 6:10 am | delete
    The best way to save money on gas is to change from car to motorcycle or even bicycle.
  • chookyco Mar 29, 2012 @ 5:47 am | delete
    Great lens, very informative, i think that everybody is spending too much on gas at the moment anyway...
  • chookyco Mar 29, 2012 @ 5:47 am | delete
    Great lens, very informative, i think that everybody is spending too much on gas at the moment anyway...
  • RazzbarryBreeze Mar 29, 2012 @ 5:36 am | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD ... Great lens!
  • GabStar Mar 29, 2012 @ 3:49 am | delete
    great page - congrats on LOTD

    I try to walk to the shops unless I know what I'm buying is too heavy to carry back.
  • PurplePansy Mar 29, 2012 @ 3:36 am | delete
    This is really great info! Thanks for crunching the numbers and reminding me that small changes can really add up. I especially liked "How Much Is a Dollar Day" and some of the quiz questions.
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  • KKBOOKSTORE Mar 29, 2012 @ 2:02 am | delete
    thanks for the great lens
  • Rosaquid Mar 29, 2012 @ 1:37 am | delete
    Fun and informative quizzws. Congratulations on LOTD! Well deserved.
  • michaelgee123 Mar 29, 2012 @ 1:25 am | delete
    Great post. Cool tips to help people save is especially nice with the prices these days.
  • miaponzo Mar 29, 2012 @ 1:20 am | delete
    I live in Kuwait so our gas is pretty cheap :) But the last time I was in the states, it was sooooo expensive! I couldn't believe it! Blessed!
  • allenwebstarme Mar 29, 2012 @ 1:09 am | delete
    Definitely we should save gas and petrol for future also, daily many people waste gas and petrol unnecessary, Here in India Petrol price on hike every month.
  • SheWritesaLot Mar 29, 2012 @ 1:06 am | delete
    "Every two minutes of letting the engine idle is equivalent to driving a mile." I found that very surprising. I never leave my car running but I know a lot of people do. I'll have to start telling people to turn the darn thing off while they run in the store. Nice lens and congrats on LOTD
  • elsiesflat Mar 29, 2012 @ 12:58 am | delete
    I traded in my SUV for a Honda Civic and I'm loving it.
  • dividi Mar 29, 2012 @ 12:45 am | delete
    Vert useful tips, Thanks !
  • Tipi Mar 29, 2012 @ 12:32 am | delete
    I forgot to mention...a big gas and money saving, BLESSED!!!
  • Tipi Mar 29, 2012 @ 12:30 am | delete
    Congratulations on receiving LotD for this excellent article that covers every aspect on saving money on gas. My gas consumption in very low and I plan to keep it that way. Many of your suggestions are ones that I heard from my Dad years ago and so you brought back some memories of him.
  • tal191 Mar 29, 2012 @ 12:28 am | delete
    Very important lens!! it's my 900 SquidLikes:)
  • TV-tech Mar 27, 2012 @ 10:13 pm | delete
    I drive a hybrid,,,,very slowly and carefully. LOL I have been working on driving habit changes that have, so far proven to really helped my overall fuel mileage. Thanks for the great lens and information!!
  • tvyps Mar 24, 2012 @ 4:34 am | delete
    Not sure about the UK, but here in the US, they are starting to drive the electric cars. There is so much political nonsense in Congress against them from oil company lobbyists. If I still worked, I might consider one. Gas keeps increasing here for really no reason. There is no shortage, it's just because they can with little or no regulation. Squid Angel blessed!
  • sousababy Mar 18, 2012 @ 11:37 am | delete
    Oh, there is too much here for a rushed visit . . I shall return (and add this to my Earth Day lens). Deserves a google +1.
  • aj2008 Mar 5, 2012 @ 4:41 am | delete
    My husband works in the envronment sector so we are very clued up about the cost to the environment and our pockets through running cars. As a result, we have just one and he cycles to work most of the time. We plan ahead when each of us will need the car and as a result we only fill up once a month and our average mileage per year is way less than the national average.

    Our gas consumption would be even less if it was not for the fact that my mother and my son live an hour's drive away.
  • grandmamarilyn Feb 12, 2012 @ 2:41 pm | delete
    I go by #7 all the time now. When I have to go to the larger towns around for doctor appointments or something else., I will shop there. Otherwise, it is shop at home. I always get after my daughter because she will drive 40 miles to save on a couple of items. I tell her if she is not going to do all of her shopping, she may as well buy at the grocery store in her town even though they charge a little more. I told her she would be saving a little that way or at least breaking even with the cost.
  • daedrea Feb 2, 2012 @ 1:34 am | delete
    you have great tips....I have no car, but I will definitely share this info with my dad :)
  • JaguarJulie Jan 31, 2012 @ 5:14 pm | delete
    Ah, save money on gas. Walk a little more.

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