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Weekly Update - Hybrid Car Recommendations, Back to School Savings, and more

Posted on 8/10/2012 13:32 EST

This week at Cheapism we reviewed the year's best cheap hybrid cars and continued gearing up for the school year with -- what else -- more ways to save.

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Benefits of Owning a Hybrid (infographic)

Posted on 7/26/2011 15:37 EST

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...

The Twizy to be the World's Cheapest Electric Car

Posted on 3/15/2011 18:57 EST

The cheapest electric car has made its debut -- in a European auto show, anyway. Gas2.org offers a few details about this super-cheap and super-tiny electric marvel -- like, it weighs less than... Read more on Gas2.org »

Cheapest States for Car Insurance

Posted on 3/14/2011 14:16 EST

Drivers often want to know where is the cheapest car insurance. Well, that's a dicey one because so many factors affec the price of the policy you can buy: your age and driving record, the kind of car... Read more on Wallet Pop »

A $7,500 electric car discount scares dealers

Posted on 2/6/2011 23:11 EST

New electric car discounts passed through dealers may be in the offing, courtesy of the Obama administration. But CNN Money reports dealers are pushing back, concerned about the hassles of collecting... Read more on CNN Money »

Volkswagen unveils world's most economical car

Posted on 1/28/2011 20:27 EST

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 »

10 Fuel Misers for Less Than $25,000

Posted on 9/2/2010 16:45 EST

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 »

5 best bargain cars in a down economy

Posted on 8/3/2010 19:37 EST

Practical is the term that describes the type of cars recession-weary consumers are buying these days. Bankrate.com notes that the best bargain cars are moderately priced, fuel-efficient, and reliable. Read more on Bankrate.com »

How to Get Cheaper Hybrid Rentals

Posted on 7/22/2010 15:43 EST

Wanna drive green and save yourself some greenbacks nextt ime you need a rental car? Check out the car sharing programs, suggests The New York Times -- if you only need the hybrid for a short time, Read more on The New York Times »

DriveGain app claims $205 annual fuel savings

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... Read more on cnet »

Lowest True Cost to Own Awards

Posted on 6/8/2010 22:54 EST

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 »

10 Most Fuel-Efficient Sedans

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... Read more on Edmunds »

AAA selects best commuting cars, Honda to VW, Ford to Mazda

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... Read more on theweeklydriver.com »

2010 Cars: Where the Deals Are

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. Read more on Kiplinger »

Recommendations for low priced hybrid cars

Posted on 1/18/2010 14:50 EST

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 »

The Thinking Man's Future Green Car

Posted on 12/9/2009 15:40 EST

Forget about those over-hyped hybrids. You can save the planet and your wallet by driving one of these new and low-cost four-cylinder models, due out in the next year. Thanks to AOL Autos for the... Read more on AOL Autos »

How To Drive For 100 MPG

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... Read more on AOL »

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