City Fuel Costs
Rising fuel prices have affected many of our budgets in one way or another; it has affected the budget for City of Montgomery as well. Look at these statistics:
- Total Fuel Cost for 2002 - $ 35,160
- Total Fuel Cost for 2003 - $ 49,575
- Total Fuel Cost for 2004 - $ 60,497
- Total Fuel Cost for 2005 - $ 76,041
Taking steps to save the use of fuel is becoming a popular topic. Here are a few tips that can help save everyone money.
- Follow the recommended maintenance of your vehicle.
- Keep your tires properly inflated.
- Take a load off. Heavier vehicles require more fuel to operate.
- Do not drive aggressively
- Use the highest gear possible.
- Use cruise control selectively.
- Think clean - a clean and waxed vehicle improves aerodynamics.
- Avoid excessive idling.
- Combine your errands.
If you are planning a trip or would like to view the gas prices in local surrounding areas, go to http://autos.msn.com
and enter the zip code for the area you are interested in.