Planes, Trains and Automobiles: 10 Ways to Travel Cheap this Holiday Season
With the holidays upon us, finding holiday travel deals that won't put you in the poorhouse is both a necessity...
Did you know that if you'll switch your Jeep Grand Cherokee to a Toyota Prius you would save almost $2000 on gas each year? Check out this cool infographic which helps you understand why should you buy...
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With gas prices rising and no end in sight, the question of the days is: what are the most economical cars? As The Wall Street Journal points out in its list of five economical cars, automakers... Read more on The Wall Street Journal »
The cheapest gas in America is surely not found in California, Hawaii, Alaska, Connecticut, or New York. According to US News & World Report, the states with the lowest prices on that all-important... Read more on US News & World Report »
Everyone's got their list of the cheapest cars to own. This one comes courtesy of Kiplinger, which features small cars that are also low-price. But note that costs rise as you add features you might... Read more on Kiplinger »
How to find cheap gas is a question that's taken on urgency now that prices have climbed well beyond $3 a gallon. Financial Edge offers up seven tips that can ease the tug on your wallet as you... Read more on Financial Edge »
The world's most economical car just made it's debut, reports International Business Times. But don't hold your breath until you can drive it -- the news site says you'll have to wait until 2013... Read more on International Business Times »
GasBuddy.com lets websites add an interactive map that shows the cheapest gas in the area. You can either enter your zip code or city name, double click on your state, or use the zoom-in button... Read more on Cheapism via GasBuddy.com »
It's that time again -- new cars are hitting dealer showrooms. This year, reports MSN Autos, frugal drivers are in luck. Check out this list of 10 compact cars that should meet your standards for... Read more on MSN Autos »
Figuring out how to boost your fuel economy just got a little easier thanks to a new app. CNET explains all the details but notes the app is currently compatible only with stick shift versions of... Read more on cnet »
The auto sector is beginning to roar back to life. Forbes reports that manufacturers will soon be introducing cheap compact sedans that will hold the line on price but include some snazzy features... Read more on Forbes »
Before you start shopping for a new car, make sure to check out this report from Edmunds. What you'll see is a list of the cheapest cars to own (not just to buy) broken down by car type and price. Read more on Edmunds »
Traffic is starting to pile up in the apps lane for cheap gasoline. Best Syndication reports that AAA has entered the fray with a free iPhone app that helps you locate gas stations and see the per... Read more on Best Syndication »
Gas-guzzling SUVs are so last year. This year we've got a slew of new entrants in the high fuel economy segment, and Consumer Reports has a rundown of eight thrifty gas sippers, including the Ford... Read more on Consumer Reports »
There's no two ways about it: owning a car is not cheap, even if you buy the model with the lowest sticker price. Car and Driver reminds us about all the other costs, like insurance and fuel, factored... Read more on Car And Driver »
Pssst...wanna buy a four-door sedan but you're worried the local green squad will picket your house? Well, stand up and be proud that you've chosen one the 10 cars on Edmund's list of this year's... Read more on Edmunds »
If you have any reason to be passing through the Garden State (New Jersey, that is), you might want to wend your way over to Newark. The Star Ledger reports on a survey showing that this is where... Read more on The Star Ledger »
Can you drive a stick shift? If not, and you're in the market for a cheap car, you might want to learn. According to USA Today, you'll pay about $800 more for automatic transmission on a new Mazda2. Read more on USA Today »
All those premium consumer goods look so enticing. But here are some tips from BUXR about the biggest ripoffs and where to find the goods that are worth their price. Read more on BUXR »
Drive to work every day? You probably want a car that's comfortable, light on gas, and moderately priced. Theweekdlydriver.com has some suggestions for you, courtesy of research completed by the... Read more on theweeklydriver.com »
You know that green stuff you used to carry in your pocket? Well, it's making a comeback. Why? Because, as Bankrate.com points out, a surprising number of merchants and service providers give discounts... Read more on Bankrate.com »
With an assortment of cheaper hybrid cars now on the market, eco-conscious but budget-minded consumers have something to cheer about: new-model hybrid cars for $19,800-$28,000. Our writer researched... Read more on Cheapism »
So, you think keeping your tires at the right air pressure is all you need to know about getting more miles out of that gas tank? Hah! Read these fuel-saving tips from an engineer at Ford, courtesy of... Read more on AOL »
Cash-for-clunkers is come and gone, but you can still get a hot deal on a cool truck. As the 2009 model year winds down, Cardealerreviews.org offers this list of the best trucks for the least bucks. Read more on cardealerreviews.org »
When you need a tow, you call AAA. When you need to find cheap gas, you check the AAA website. Thanks to ABC4.com for reminding us of this service. Read more on ABC4.com »
Wondering what to do with that gas-guzzling SUV that's large enough to carry a football team? Hold on to it for a while, and then trade it in for this new and cheap car from Tata. Bloomberg reports the... Read more on Bloomberg »
Forget about those trickle-down policies the big guys in Washington keep promising. Go with the bottom-up approach and take control of your environment. SmartMoney.com lists five ways to cut your energy... Read more on SmartMoney.com »
Buy now while supplies last! Head for the East Valley in Phoenix, and you'll find the nation's cheapest prices for gasoline. The East Valley Tribune reports that excess supplies of the winter blend (of... Read more on East Valley Tribune »
