HelloNewman Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 Now that gas prices are going to be close to 3.00/gal up here in the near future sooner or later .....steps will be taken in my house to conserve fuel consumption -No unnecessary trips...if it is not on the way home from work or to work then we don't go -dining out is going away -the wife is carpooling which will save us a ton of gas since we live 1 hr away from our jobs -cars tuned up Any other advice you can give or any ideas you may have would be great (wisecracks aside) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LabattBlue Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 Now that gas prices are going to be close to 3.00/gal up here in the near future sooner or later .....steps will be taken in my house to conserve fuel consumption -No unnecessary trips...if it is not on the way home from work or to work then we don't go -dining out is going away -the wife is carpooling which will save us a ton of gas since we live 1 hr away from our jobs -cars tuned up Any other advice you can give or any ideas you may have would be great (wisecracks aside) 421925[/snapback] I don't know if this applies to you but....Stop making pretend you are part of the NASCAR circuit when driving on the thruway(especially when you already have a gas guzzling SUV)! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Panther Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 I don't know if this applies to you but....Stop making pretend you are part of the NASCAR circuit when driving on the thruway(especially when you already have a gas guzzling SUV)! 421933[/snapback] I have a hybrid Prius. I average 48 mpg, plus low emissions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoachChuckDickerson Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 driving faster than 60 on the interstate actually burns more fuel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boomerjamhead Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 Absolutely nothing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Movinon Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 driving faster than 60 on the interstate actually burns more fuel. 421939[/snapback] Improper tire pressure sucks gas too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 I'm using my computer much less, and spending less time connected to reduce electric demand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Panther Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 Absolutely nothing. 421940[/snapback] Wave that flag and pretend you're a patriot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan in San Diego Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 I already conserve as much as possible. My next car will be a hybrid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Panther Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 I already conserve as much as possible. My next car will be a hybrid. 421948[/snapback] More cowbell, less oil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Coli Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 Absolutely nothing. 421940[/snapback] Ditto. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boomerjamhead Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 Wave that flag and pretend you're a patriot. 421947[/snapback] I'll start when we start drilling in the ANWR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Tuesday Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 I have a "No War for Oil!" bumper sticker on my Hummer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 I'll start when we start drilling in the ANWR. 421958[/snapback] Don't forget about the off-shore oil off the coast of CA and FLA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finknottle Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 Don't forget about the off-shore oil off the coast of CA and FLA. 421961[/snapback] Yes, FL and CA instead of ANWR. In 20 years they'll be too warm and out of drinking water, so who cares about the view. Alaska, meanwhile, will be prime real estate. Don't want to spoil tomorrows golfcourses! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCDAWG Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 H arvesting my own methane gas and using it in viable ways! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corp000085 Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 seriously: --keep your tires at a consistent pressure --drive with your windows up and AC on... It's more efficient to do it this way than the other because of drag caused by the open windows --Make sure your spark plugs are gapped correctly and are in good condition --don't slam on the gas or brake... Use the cruise control as often as possible --Drive in the highest gear comfortable for your car (i.e. if you're going 40mph, shift to 4th and drop your rpms to 2800 instead of leaving it in 3rd at 3900rpms. In your house: --shades drawn --leave AC at a constant temperature... it uses more energy to move along a temperature gradient than it does to maintain a constant temp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 Yes, FL and CA instead of ANWR. In 20 years they'll be too warm and out of drinking water, so who cares about the view. Alaska, meanwhile, will be prime real estate. Don't want to spoil tomorrows golfcourses! 421983[/snapback] Gussie, Gussie, Gussie...ask Bunter when it comes to science. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 seriously: --keep your tires at a consistent pressure --drive with your windows up and AC on... It's more efficient to do it this way than the other because of drag caused by the open windows --Make sure your spark plugs are gapped correctly and are in good condition --don't slam on the gas or brake... Use the cruise control as often as possible --Drive in the highest gear comfortable for your car (i.e. if you're going 40mph, shift to 4th and drop your rpms to 2800 instead of leaving it in 3rd at 3900rpms. In your house: --shades drawn --leave AC at a constant temperature... it uses more energy to move along a temperature gradient than it does to maintain a constant temp. 421996[/snapback] Good advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of BiB Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 Steal CTM's car. But only after he's filled up. Then I can park mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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