Posted on 7/7/2010 17:45 EST
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...
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Posted on 6/2/2010 20:20 EST
Looking to save on the cost of gasoline? Check out these fuel-efficient crossovers. Cars.com compares three models, all priced at less than $26,500.
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Posted on 5/19/2010 15:58 EST
Traffic is starting to pile up in the apps lane for cheap gasoline. Bestsyndication reports that AAA has entered the fray with a free iPhone app that helps you locate gas stations and see the per...
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Posted on 5/18/2010 20:32 EST
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...
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Posted on 5/12/2010 15:40 EST
Commuting costs add up quickly: five times a week, 52 weeks a year (that's without a vacation, of course). So Bankrate.com comes to the rescue with six suggestions that just might leave you with...
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Posted on 5/6/2010 11:26 EST
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...
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Posted on 4/17/2010 19:15 EST
Gasoline prices are climbing again, so here are some ideas from 7online that will require changing some entrenched habits but should help boost that mileage and trim those gas costs.
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Posted on 4/13/2010 15:06 EST
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...
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Posted on 4/10/2010 15:42 EST
That boring old sedan may actually be the most economical buy. You might find a good deal on SUVs and trucks, but The Car Connection cautions that the cost of owning these cars outstrips the cost...
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Posted on 4/5/2010 13:59 EST
Whenever you gas up your car, pay the insurance bill, or take it in for repair, you're reminded how costly it is to own a vehicle. WiseBread has some tips that can save you money on the car you...
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Posted on 3/31/2010 15:13 EST
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.
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Posted on 3/27/2010 22:56 EST
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...
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Posted on 3/26/2010 14:30 EST
For a little more than what you'd pay for a bike, you can actually buy a car. The Car Connection has a rundown of the four wheelers, with engines, that you can buy for $13,000 or less. At least...
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Posted on 3/10/2010 11:48 EST
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...
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Posted on 2/26/2010 7:13 EST
The cheap small car market is starting to get crowded. Forbes reports on a new batch of subcompacts due to hit the market this year, and notes that a cheap sticker price no longer means sacrificing...
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Posted on 2/19/2010 18:02 EST
There's a website for just about everything these days. Kim Komando directs you to a site that will help you figure out your gas mileage. Do you really want to know?
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Posted on 2/16/2010 8:04 EST
Hype keeps building around the world's cheapest car as the Tata Nano enters the pantheon of great design. Theweeklydriver.com reports that a yellow edition will be on display at the Coopher-Hewitt...
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Posted on 2/6/2010 20:51 EST
A new car is a big investment regardless of the make or model. So if you're in the market for hot new wheels this year, but want to find a good deal, check out this report from Kiplinger.
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Posted on 1/19/2010 8:02 EST
You've got to believe frugal is really in if the Detroit automakers are pushing practicality over fantasy at the annual auto show. But that's exactly what's happening this year, according to AnnArbor.com.
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Posted on 1/11/2010 14:41 EST
The hybrid market is certainly heating up. Toyota just unveiled new concept car that is more compact and fuel efficient than current Toyota hybrids, according to USA Today. But patience has its...
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Posted on 10/28/2009 8:58 EST
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...
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Posted on 8/30/2009 23:55 EST
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.
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Posted on 8/25/2009 15:19 EST
Apps galore for the iPhone and iPod touch, reports Macworld.com. And better yet, these new apps will help save you money regardless where you are or what you want to buy.
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Posted on 8/15/2009 14:20 EST
"Japanese automaker Nissan has announced plans to sell an all-electric sedan, likely similar to its Versa, in Japan by 2010. The car will use a compact lithium-ion battery to achieve a driving range of...
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Posted on 8/14/2009 10:16 EST
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.
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Posted on 8/11/2009 23:16 EST
Forget about those hybrids if you really want to cut your costs, says Forbes. Check out these three traditionally-powered models -- all from foreign car makers -- that get more than 30 mpg and overall...
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Posted on 7/19/2009 20:18 EST
The next time you shop for auto insurance, make sure to ask about the discounts you might qualify for. The Chicago Tribune lists some of the most common money-saving deals.
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Posted on 7/10/2009 17:52 EST
There are just some things you can't do without. And gasoline for the car is one of them. So MSN Money deconstructs the whole gas pricing thing by way of offering some tips that might save you some dough...
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Posted on 7/1/2009 22:31 EST
This new diesel sportwagon from Volkswagen may prove to be hot competition for that hybrid you've been eyeing. Gearlog suggests frugal drivers should check it out.
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Posted on 7/1/2009 21:59 EST
These new car deals just keep getting better and better. As CNN Money reports, Hyundai is now offering buyers a choice between a year's worth of gasoline at a fixed price or $1,000 cash. Get it while it...
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Posted on 6/28/2009 0:21 EST
What's a driver to do? You need gas now but are sure you can find a cheaper price than the station on the corner. The solution, suggests App Craver, comes from a new iPhone application that helps you find...
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Posted on 5/31/2009 8:32 EST
The cheapest gas always seems one gas station away. But instead of driving around looking for the best deal, try this iPhone and iPod Touch app from Crazymikesapps.com.
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