There are a few undiscovered tricks to help reduce the pain at the pump- whether it's finding unique ways to earn a little extra gas money or adding new resources to your routine to cut costs or conserve fuel. Here are some useful tips to help ease this economic crunch:
Cash for gas
Gazelle (gazelle.com) offers a practical way for people to get cash by selling their used consumer electronics. You can find out exactly how much gas money can be earned for unwanted items with the Gadgets for Gas (gazelle.com/gadgets_for_gas) calculator. For example, a Motorola Razor can translate to 5.2 gallons of gas. Advertise for free gas Some companies have begun paying people to turn their cars into moving billboards. Check FreeGasHelp.com. Gas-rebate credit cards
Gas station rewards plans can take the edge off soaring prices, and some credit cards offer up to 10% in rebates. See a comparison to learn which program works best at rewardprograms.org/types/gas-station.html "Hypermiling"
Learn fuel efficient riding tricks to help you beat your bike's EPA rating to maximize fuel economy. Search resources like Wikipedia (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypermiling) to become educated on hypermiling techniques such as avoiding braking and maintenance tips.