As high gas prices solidify their place in the national consciousness, turning to other methods of transportation or driving smarter are becoming increasingly necessary.
Fortunately, relief can be found locally and drivers can alter their habits to save a bundle.-
Lefelhocz said.
Lefelhocz said one customer commutes 22 miles a day on a bike and saves about $800 a year.
Web sites such as giant-bikes.com are offering unconventional options to the usual mountain bike. Although these concept bikes come at a high price tag, they offer great features such as bikes with automatic transmissions that perform all of the necessary shifting for the rider, more stylish designs, as well as models that can be folded into the shape of a square and stored in a carrying case.
Aside from alternative methods of transportation, there are many ways to cut back on fuel use during the morning commute. Breaking bad driving habits is essential to commuting productively, according to a recent msnbc.com report.
The first bad habit to break is speeding. Calculations demonstrate a decrease of three miles per gallon between 55 to 65 mph, according to msnbc.com. - 17
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Gas prices push consumers to find alternate means of transportation
