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May Gas Expenses

June 7th, 2008 at 04:29 pm

For the month of May, I spent $139 in gasoline for both of my vehicles. It is easier for me to track now that each time I buy gas it goes on the Discover Open Road CC so that I earn 5% cash back bonus, which of course, I pay in full each month.

Both of my vehicles, a Ford Escort SW and a Honda Civic, get 30+ mpg. While I don't think the expenses for May are unreasonable, I do realize that probably a few months to a year ago I spent under half of this amount. My M-F job commute is 8 miles one way and the Saturday job 2X/month is 14 miles one way.

I do know that since gas prices are approaching $4/gal. in my area, I have been extra frugal with my driving practices. I try to not make any unnecessary trips and run my errands on my commute to or from work. I also have decreased the speed at which I drive the vehicles. In addition, I follow the recommendations for oil changes and air filter replacement more closely.

Have a great weekend!

2 Responses to “May Gas Expenses”

  1. managinglife Says:
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    Great job on keeping track of your gas expenses and mileage!

  2. Carolina Bound Says:
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    I try to not even leave the house unless I have at least two errands to run. And I won't go to the grocery store unless I have a fairly long list. No more running out for a few items!

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