Cars might be one of the best transportation systems. Living in an urban or suburban area it is essential that we own at least one car. They are the most efficient and comfortable transportation system and by living in the suburban areas, cars are the basic for “survival”. They are essential to maintain a basic standard of living. Cars also can take the place of a train, plane etc. Its much more beautiful to take a trip driving than flying. Its exhausting but it helps you explore much more places than you would by flying. Because cars are the second most important things after owning a place to live, we have to think about how we can save if we travel a lot.
One of the ways you could save money is to:
1.Keep you vehicle well maintained.
“A car in poor running condition will use more gas than one that has been tuned up.”
2. Purchase a hybrid
“ A hybrid is a vehicle that uses two or more distinct power sources to move the vehicle. They combine an internal combustion engine and one or more electric motors.” These type of cars not only help you save money but also saves the air from pollution. Power sources for hybrid vehicles include:
- Coal, wood
- Electricity
- Compressed or liquefied natural gas
- Electric vehicle battery
- Hydrogen
- Solar
- Petrol or diesel fuel
- Wind
2. Use charging electrically for the cars
“Its one of the best ways to give power to the vehicle that you are driving and its more efficient.”(electric cars)
3. Purchase a car that shuts down one or more engine cylinders when it is coasting, or cruising under a light load, reducing fuel consumption without sacrificing performance.
Sources
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hybrid_vehicle
http://www.forbes.com/sites/joannmuller/2012/08/30/10-ways-automakers-are-helping-you-spend-less-on-gasoline/