Real estate blog entries tagged with fuel economy

Blog entries tagged with "fuel economy":

fuel economy: Sarah Palin vs. Joe Biden - 09/30/08 07:04 PM

Thursday's debate between Sarah Palin and Joe Biden offers the most intriguing political (or any) television we have seen in years.
The attention of Thursday night's VP candidate debate is driven by the public's fascination with Alaska Governor Sarah Palin who, despite her political obscurity, has raised McCains campaign awareness and … (8 comments)

fuel economy: Hypermiling - 10 Tips to Save $$$ on Gas - 09/27/08 11:19 AM

No one is happy about Gas prices. It was just a short time ago, I paid $4.25/gallon.
If you are familiar with Phoenix, you know how spread out the city can be. It can take an hour to drive from Fountain Hills to Glendale. It can take 40 minutes to drive … (14 comments)

fuel economy: Honda Fit, Or Yukon XL ? - Deathtraps and Frisbees! - 08/31/08 07:14 AM

My husband keeps telling me he is considering selling his Yukon XL and buying the newly designed 2009 Honda Fit. This is a sub-compact car. When I see them on the road the only instant thought that comes to mind is "death trap". We've all see images of cars when they're … (15 comments)

fuel economy: Is the high price of gasoline getting you down? - 08/19/08 11:16 AM

Is the price of gas getting you down?
The high price of gas is hurting everyone except the oil companies. Currently prices are hovering around $4.00 per gallon around Texas. Nobody wants to stay home all summer. This is high drive time and the chance for most families to get … (1 comments)

fuel economy: If You Haven't Seen It....You Should! "Who Killed the Electric Car?" - 08/01/08 04:31 PM

I am a movie buff; I like to watch many different types of movie entertainment so I am a NetFlix member.
This week, I received the movie put out by Sony Pictures Classics, "Who Killed the Electric Car?" and I have to say after watching this film, I was filled with … (4 comments)

fuel economy: Alleviating Pain at the Pump - 07/26/08 11:49 PM

Earlier this month, the New York Times ran a story noting that many gas stations are running out of the price sign number 4 due to the high cost of gas around the nation. And while gas prices have declined slightly over the last few weeks, the numbers are still putting … (12 comments)

fuel economy: Any Honda Fit Owners Out There? - 07/25/08 11:24 PM

As I contemplate how the other half lives and drives (the fuel-efficient half, that is), I keep thinking it would be a good thing if I owned a sub-compact, Honda Fit. Then again, I wonder if such a car would be a death trap on four wheels, an overgrown beer … (7 comments)

fuel economy: Radical new Cutting Edge Water Transportation System Introduced to Choctawhatchee Bay - 07/21/08 12:49 AM

Several recent sitings of a strange watercraft have occured in Choctawhatchee Bay near Driftwood Estates in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. Possibly a product of the local skunk works, the vessel resembles a surfboard, being long and narrow and is powered by a type of paddle. The particular version of this new … (4 comments)

fuel economy: Fuel Economy - The Next Factor - 07/07/08 06:53 PM

Even if fuel prices would reverse tomorrow, they are not likely to decline to what they were even a year ago.
The buzz in the various Real Estate news communities is what I am calling the "Next Factor". Real Estate forecasters, economist, analysts, and home builders are all talking about fuel … (0 comments)

fuel economy: 10 Ways To Save At The Gas Pump - 07/05/08 11:18 AM

10 Ways To Save At The Gas Pump

Now that gas has become expensive, we must be a bit more creative in how we conserve gas and get more for the money we spend on gas.Here are some of my best ideas on how to save
at the … (31 comments)

fuel economy: Motorcycles, Fuel Economy, and Road Rage - 07/03/08 07:38 AM

With the cost of gasolene climbing through the roof and up to the clouds, one might expect to find a little more leniency towards motorcycle traffic. But that has not been my experience. In Europe, Asia, and surely elsewhere, motorcycles squeeze in between automobiles on the streets and highways. More drivers … (6 comments)

fuel economy: The Cost Of Gas; How Long Can You Hold Out With That Large SUV? What Is Your Breaking Point? - 06/23/08 10:35 AM

It's an interesting topic, filled with endlessly differing opinions, depending on who you talk to. Will the cost of gas go up, down, stabilize, etc.???
I realize that all things are relative and those who have relatively fuel efficient vehicles may very well feel the pinch, especially if they were already … (5 comments)

fuel economy: REALTOR RELIEF FUND! Where to find the cheapest gas in town! - 06/13/08 05:07 PM

$66 dollars. I bought a Volkswagen, and filled up the 14 gallon tank for $66 dollars. My short math is about as good as my Prussian so I'm figuring about $4.71 a gallon. I'm feeling like I should get dinner first, but the young lad at the counter, set down his … (3 comments)

fuel economy: Financial Planning Tips for Traveling - 06/07/08 03:05 PM

Traveling Smart During the Hot, Pricey Summer of ‘08
Summer is when we hope to get time off to relax. But with regular gasoline prices nearing $4 and energy prices pushing tourism expenses higher on everything from plane fare to meals out, paying for this year's summer vacation might be a … (0 comments)

fuel economy: A New Way to Save Gasoline Costs - 04/08/08 04:23 PM

I learned a new word recently called hypermiling. Click the link to learn all about it. Some of you might be following some of the tips without realizing that you're somewhat of a hypermiler.
The blog post explaining all the details about hypermiling is long so I'll go through the basics here. … (9 comments)

fuel economy: Can you drive greener? - 10/26/07 01:50 PM

How many miles per year do you drive? How many per month? Per week? Could you cut down at all? Carpool? Take Public transportation from time to time? Some people, (myself included) have an SUV or big truck as their primary driving vehicle. Couldn't we downsize a bit, or buy a … (2 comments)

fuel economy: Real Estate SLUMP & THE PUMP? What are Prices like in your neck of the woods? - 05/21/07 04:59 PM

Rising gas prices will no doubt have an impact on the slumping Real Estate Market. As gas prices creep upwards in some states like Florida, Colorado over $4.00 a gallon for regular, Realtors Nationwide report a drop in the attendence of Open Houses. In a climate of already sagging sales, rising gas prices will … (9 comments)