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Originally posted: May 19, 2008
Chicago gas prices are tops
Monday, May 19, 2008 -- 3:49 p.m.
If you haven't heard--or suspected--Chicago's gas prices are the highest in the U.S.
According to gasbuddy.com, the price of regular, unleaded gas at the corner of Fullerton and Ashland Avenues is $4.49. The average in Chicago? $4.07. The national average is $3.79.
Ouch.
So, hopefully, those of you who don't need to drive to work already have switched to public transportation or my favorite method--biking. Especially since prices probably will only go up.
But if $4.49 doesn't scare you, or driving is a necessity, here are a few ways to reduce your cost at the pump without giving up your car:
>> Drive "gently." All that hard braking and quick acceleration will cost you.
>> Stop idling--in your car, that is. It causes pollution and wastes fuel.
>> Go the speed limit. The faster you drive over 60 mph, the lower your gas mileage.
>> Keep your tires inflated and aligned.
>> Try to combine errands into one trip out of the house.
>> Get rid of the junk in your trunk. Extra weight can decrease mileage.
And, I've said it once, but I'll say it again: Just drive less. It's by far the most effective method!
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