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Driving More – 31.5 Million Travelers During Labor Day Holiday

Posted on 25 August 2011 by Ken Zino

The current national average price for regular unleaded gasoline is approximately $3.57 per gallon, about 86 cents higher than one year ago. Down nearly 10% from their May peak, gas prices will have less of an impact on Labor Day holiday travelers than they had on Memorial Day and Independence Day holiday travelers, during which 42% and 44% of travelers, respectively, stated gas prices would impact travel plans.

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Ten Fuelish Mistakes Drivers Make, Hurting Their Fuel Economy

Posted on 26 May 2011 by Ken Zino

A new study by Chevrolet shows that drivers in identical cars can differ in their fuel economy by as much as 16 mpg or 40%. This means that by practicing simple techniques a driver can save as much as $100 a month at the pump. Continue reading →

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