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Maximize Fuel Efficiency On Your Next Road Trip

(NC) After long winters, Canadians want to make the most of the warmer days, and a road trip is often on the summer bucket list.

There are a lot of considerations at play when planning a road trip with friends or family, from gas mileage to environmental impact. There’s no hiding the fact that gas-powered vehicles have an impact on our climate and are expensive to fill up. Here are some tips on how to plan a perfect road trip while cutting down on gas consumption.

TAKE SHORTER ROAD TRIPS:

Consider exploring local areas close to home; this results in a lower carbon footprint and gives you the opportunity to support small Canadian businesses.

PLAN YOUR ROUTE:

Mapping the most efficient route will not only prevent you from getting lost, but it will also save on gas and fuel emissions.

DRIVE ELECTRIC OR HYBRID:

You can significantly reduce your fuel consumption by driving a hybrid vehicle, or eliminate gas entirely with a pure electric one.

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Cut Down Your Commuting Costs

(NC) Whether we’re headed to work, school or other commitments, skyhigh gas prices and inflation mean many of us are facing regular trips that are more expensive than ever. While there’s not much you can do about prices these days, there are a few steps you can take to save on your commute. Here are some ideas:

PLAN YOUR TRIPS:

If you know you’re heading into the office, you can plan errands around your in-office day(s) and stop at destinations like the grocery store, bank or pet store, on your way home. Running your errands on days when you’ll already be out driving can save you time in your schedule and may even save you money at the gas pump.

TRY OUT ALTERNATIVE TRANSIT OR CARPOOLING

In good weather, you may try riding a bike to work to avoid filling up at the pump and enjoy the health benefits at the same time. But in the later fall and winter months when that may not be an option, try carpooling with colleagues – this can help you save on gas, and give you some great company to enjoy the ride with.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF APPS

As long as you use them hands free, mapping or GPS apps can help you find the most efficient – and therefore cheapest – route. You can also try telematics – a usage-based program that follows your driving habits over time and tailors your insurance premiums accordingly. Apps like these are a simple way to reward yourself with cash saved for staying safe on the road.