Saving Money On Gas

**Finance Globe** · July 7th, 2008, 02:05 AM

I agree with everyone on this topic. Gas is too expensive, and we're making allot of people very rich!

Has anyone thought of car-pooling, resorted to walking instead of driving more, consolidating trips, taking vacations that are closer, or even thought of getting a scooter, motorcycle or a Segway?

These are things that are evident and can be compromising in this (another) historical energy crisis. I really hope that our great country makes the move to disengage in foreign oil. But until that happens, what do we do?

**hjm331** · July 7th, 2008, 10:09 AM

I wish I can go on a vacation, I need one! Business is really slow right now but I've been workin like there's no tomorrow so when the economy gets better, my business will pick up also.

**Meya** · July 7th, 2008, 03:41 PM

I had to reduce our vacation closer to home due to gas prices and of course saving money.

1. Instead of Disneyland in Florida, I had to choose Great America Parkway in Santa Clara, California.

2. Instead of Washington (for my husband to spend time with his mom) we choose Reno, Nevada.

3. Slice the movie theater to about 4 visits

4. Less shopping

5. Grocery store for food, and reduce restraunts eatings

The only thing that I can not change is the Hotel Stay. We have to stay at The Hyatt because of my bonus points (which I have accumulated 3 free nights) and my kids are more safer in a closed in Hotel. I do not like doors that are accessed from the outside. I got bae bae kids and they are too wild. Not to mention crazy people!

my kids gets a serious thrill when they see a pool so its all good from here on.

**hjm331** · July 7th, 2008, 11:18 PM

My daily commute between home and work is a mission so I don't think taking a vacation is on my radar right now.

**smcc** · July 8th, 2008, 05:00 AM

Another article on Credit Cards and how they are affecting the life of Gas Station Owners.

http://www.usatoday.com/money/smallb...ard-fees_N.htm

It could come to a point where you will have to purchase you fuel with cash vs CC. So much for convenience.......

**hjm331** · July 8th, 2008, 10:22 AM

So we can get a better price per gallon if we cash? It's either going to be that or gas stations are going to start banning credit cards as stated in the article.

**Eric** · July 8th, 2008, 10:37 AM

yea I figured that...with the trasaction fees that the gas station has to eat...your going to find alot of small businesses follow suit as well to curve cost.

**smcc** · July 8th, 2008, 11:15 AM

Here is a problem, if this manifests itself, all those people who travel on their credit card for gas will have to carry "X' amount of dollars with them just in case or hope that the gas station has an ATM machine or their is a bank close by with an ATM machine.

Now think about traveling in Montana, Wyoming, Nevada, etc..

**em072205** · July 8th, 2008, 10:35 PM

There are already quite a few gas stations here in California that give you a discount if you pay in cash. Usually it's anywhere from 10 to 15 cents a gallon. They charge you the extra fees if you use a credit card.

**hjm331** · July 9th, 2008, 01:24 AM

Em, which part of California are you referring to? I live in So Cal. in the 626 area.

**KMoney** · July 9th, 2008, 11:16 AM

Originally Posted by Eric

yea I figured that...with the trasaction fees that the gas station has to eat...your going to find alot of small businesses follow suit as well to curve cost.

You are absolutely correct and the small businesses are usually were you find the best stuff

**hjm331** · July 9th, 2008, 12:04 PM

They raised the prices on accepting credit card transactions over here at my shop. Customers freak out when we try charging them a 10% charge on the total for using a credit card. They don't realize that we have to pay for A LOT for allowing them to pay with plastic.

**Meya** · July 10th, 2008, 09:42 AM

Originally Posted by hjm331

Em, which part of California are you referring to? I live in So Cal. in the 626 area.

Hey bro, Shell does it here in San Francisco. But that is in the Fillmore district. I have not seen it in my area.

**Meya** · July 10th, 2008, 09:46 AM

That's ok, it will get better. But, keep it real, you know when you will really travel

**hjm331** · July 10th, 2008, 10:03 AM

I want to go to Mexico with my friends with a cruise ship and have the time of my life. I truly need a vacation and get away from the stressful things in life.