I haven't used this calculator yet, but I heard about it on the Today show this morning. If you are thinking of trading in your SUV for a hybrid or other fuel efficient car you may want to check it out
here.We just bought a Honda Odyssey...not exactly a fuel efficient vehicle, but better than some. We also own a Ford Taurus that is a sure gas guzzler and my husband will be driving it 30 minutes to and from work each day. I would love to get something different, but I know a paid off vehicle with high gas prices is cheaper than buying another vehicle...unless we could do an even trade. Hmm, what fuel efficient vehicle could I get for $3k?
I hope this calculator helps a few of you out in making the decision on whether to trade or not.
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July 7th, 2008 at 11:09 pm 1215472196
I think something to consider (which most of us have) is driving less. The less you drive, the less the cost of gas should matter. I combine errands, walk or ride my bike if I can, carpool when possible and use public transportation.
Plus, I like the car I have now. No worries about it getting scratched (the first one was years ago!), no worries about keeping it clean, no worries about a car payment (paid for long ago), etc. etc.
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July 7th, 2008 at 11:46 pm 1215474375
Thanks for sharing that!
July 8th, 2008 at 04:32 pm 1215534748
Huh???