Category Archives: Driving Style

Remember to Turn of the A/C

Posted on August 2, 2009 by Simon

It’s still summer and some days can be really hot. Remember that as soon as you turn on the A/C you could be loosing as much as 10MPG, the A/C is a real power hog. Do this: Turn off the … Continue reading →

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Save Gas on Your Christmas Trip

Posted on December 15, 2007 by Simon

Christmas is soon here and many of us will be traveling to spend the holidays with family or friends. If you are going to take the car you can as well think about how to get the best mileage out … Continue reading →

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Save Gas By Preparing Your Takeoff

Posted on November 23, 2007 by Simon

I just read this article at Daily Fuel Economy Tip about little things you can do before starting your car to avoid idling. Here’s the list with some additions of my own: Put on your seat belt Flip through your CDs and … Continue reading →

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7 Ways to Stay Safe on Roads Slippery From Snow and Ice

Posted on November 17, 2007 by Simon

Winter is here and where I live in Finland we have just had our first snow with many drivers on slippery roads on plain summer tires. Yesterday I was doing a 60 mile trip on smaller rural roads where the … Continue reading →

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How To Prepare Your Car For Winter

Posted on November 6, 2007 by Simon

The guys over at AutoAnything was kind enough to send me some tips on how to prepare your car for winter: Tip 1: Whether picking up your kids from football practice or heading home from a November hunt, muddy cleats and … Continue reading →

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