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Archive for July 13th, 2009

This is an unsolicited book review of the book: “75 Ways to Save Gas: Clean, Green Tips to Cut Your Fuel Bill” by Jim Davidson of Car$mart published by Penguin Books (ISBN: 978-0-14-317205-5). I borrowed this book from the Ottawa Public Library but it costs $6.25 at the bookstores.

Useful Book

For the price this book is well worth borrowing from the library and even worth purchasing, because while most of us have heard most of the “tips” in this book, it is still worthwhile reviewing them and there are actually a fair number of explanations as to why these tips are important. It is a quick and easy read and I would guess it might be a useful reference book after it has been read (if you purchase it, or if you check the web site).

Lots of very interesting reminders for me that I forget sometimes, but some excellent highlights are:

• Walking is an excellent way to save gas! Sounds like a D’uh! statement, but remember that the next time you drive to the store to pick up a litre of milk.
• Nitrogen in your tires can be better than air, and he explains why, which is impressive (I thought it was just a fad, but there are actual reasons why).
• Drive thrus are not good for your mileage either, which is true, but I never really thought of it that way, but it is a very good point (especially if you are #10 in the Timmy’s drive thru).

Just a few of the entertaining points put forward that I enjoyed being reminded about. The book is well written and I enjoyed it a great deal.

I would say give this book a read if just to remind you that maybe it is time to get your oil changed and get your snow tires off (remember it’s JULY).

Recommendation: A very good read.