The document provides simple ways for individuals to save the environment, including changing light bulbs to more efficient LED or CFL bulbs, recycling, air sealing and insulating homes, driving efficiently, composting organic waste, growing gardens organically, purchasing energy efficient appliances, and turning off phantom electric loads. Taking small actions like these can benefit both the environment and individuals' budgets through cost savings.
It takes much more fuel to get a vehicle moving than it does to keep it moving Consider shutting off the air conditioner, opening the windows and enjoying the breeze. It may be a tad warmer, but at lower speeds you'll save fuel. That said, at higher speeds the A/C may be more efficient than the wind resistance from open windows and sunroof. keep the stock wheels with a good narrower-tread performance tire in the garage. For long road trips, the Features of new car, lots of comparison tools to evaluate - Total cost of ownership Mileage Safety Insurance Ownership (diesel more costly to repair) Newer models may not have bugs worked out… Lighten the load- the more weight your car has to lug around, the more fuel it burns
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