Manitoulin Island Radio ~ More Green Thoughts: Oil

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Energy .. Oil

Slow Down ~ If we started driving at or slightly above the posted Speed Limits, the
savings in not only Dollars, but also in Energy {Oil} would be Enormous. At present
it is estimate that most of us drive between 15-30% above the posted Speed Limit on
major Highways!

Drive more Smoothly ~ By this is meant Slow-down and Speed-up more
Gradually. This will again save Money in Fuel Consumption and will lower our Auto
Repair [eg Brakes] Bills.

Drive to Suit the Season/Conditions ~ This is especially important in Winter,
when the weather [visibility and road conditions] may require us to Slow Down and
exercise additional Care and Caution. As well, this time of year requires that we outfit
our cars in accordance with the conditions that prevale [eg Snow Tires, Special Wiper
Blades and the like]. Following this advice will, no doubt pay dividends in Safety
and Economy.

Maintain Vehicles ~ The easiest way to do this is to diligently follow the
manufacturers Mantenance Schedule provided with your particular vehicle. Once
again, this will, over the longer haul, reduce the Cost of owning and operating a
vehicle and will ensure that your automobile is running at its peak efficiency ..
saving Money on Repairs and Fuel.

Oil and Filter Changes and the insuring of Proper Tire Pressure are two simple and
inexpensive ways to add to the longevity and safety of one's vehicle.

Try Using Public Transit ~ Where possible leave your Automobile parked at
home and use Public Transit. This will not only lessen vehicular pollution, but will
give you an opportunity to pay attention to the 'other sights and sounds' available
enroute.

Use a Bicycle ~ Again, where possible use a bicycle to get to where you are going.
If those that could were to use a bicycle as their means of transportation for as little
as once per week, the savings in Fuel [Oil] and the lowering of airborne Pollution
would be enormous!

Try Walking ~ Walking certainly saves on Energy [Oil]use and is a Good/
Healthy form of Exercise. So. whenever possible use your feet to get to where you are
going - your Body and your Pocket-Book will, no doubt, Thank You!

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