he average price of gasoline has climbed to more than $3.70 per
gallon, and the prospect of having to pay $5 per gallon is looming large
in the minds of consumers. Already there’s a rising spirit of panic
among Americans — and certainly among some media outlets. There are
people who will be tempted to dump their current cars for more
fuel-efficient models, while others will fall prey to the latest gizmos
and concoctions from the auto parts store.
Don’t be one of them.
What makes sense is to think about the way you use your car. Then
change your driving habits. If you decide that you need a new car, shop
smart for a fuel-efficient model. Strategy is what you need, so we’ve
organized a number of sensible measures that will let you ride the
rising tide of gasoline prices with minimal distress.
Where Are Prices Going?
Gas prices
increased 20 cents over the span of four weeks in February, driven in
large part by a growing fear that developing Middle East tensions would
result in a substantial oil supply disruption — namely, that Iran could
limit passage through the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20 percent of
the world’s oil travels. This information comes from Lacey Plache,
Edmunds chief economist.
Gas prices are high for this time of year, but remained below weekly
highs of $4.17 in July 2008 and $4.02 in May 2011, Plache notes.
Some analysts are warning that gas prices could rise as high as $5 by
summer. One of them is John Hofmeister, who was the chief of Shell
Oil’s operation in the U.S. from 2005-‘08. Hofmeister is now the head of
Citizens for Affordable Energy, a nonprofit advocacy group that he
founded. Early last year, he predicted $5-per-gallon gasoline in 2012,
and is standing by that prediction. He says that the U.S. is headed for
record-high gasoline prices if it continues to produce only 7 million
barrels of oil per day, since the nation actually uses 20 million
barrels per day.
Put together geopolitics, limited U.S. production and “unprecedented”
increased oil demand by China, and the result is higher crude oil
prices, Hofmeister says.
Preserve door and window seals
Wipe a rubber protectant (such as Armor-All) or silicone on door and window weatherstripping to keep it in good condition. Don’t use an oilbased product, such as WD-40, because the oil will damage the rubber. Regular cleaning and treatment of your car’s weatherstripping will also lessen the likelihood of your door sticking to its rubber seal in cold weather, a common cause of damage to the rubber.
Wipe a rubber protectant (such as Armor-All) or silicone on door and window weatherstripping to keep it in good condition. Don’t use an oilbased product, such as WD-40, because the oil will damage the rubber. Regular cleaning and treatment of your car’s weatherstripping will also lessen the likelihood of your door sticking to its rubber seal in cold weather, a common cause of damage to the rubber.
Ultimate Rides offers you many new and used cars,
including such world famous brands such as Acura, Infiniti,
Mercedes-Benz, Saab, Dodge, Mercury, Saturn, Scion, Isuzu, Jeep, JAGUAR,
Audi, Mitsubishi, Ford, Nissan, Subaru, Chrysler, Chevrolet, Lexus,
Land Rover, GMC, Buick, BMW, Honda, Pontiac, Toyota, Mazda, Plymouth,
Suzuki, Cadillac, Oldsmobile, Volkswagen, Hyundai, Kia, Volvo, Hummer,
Lincoln, Geo, YAMAHA.
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We would like to provide you with a little something out of the
ordinary. Any used car dealership can get you the” same ol, same ol”…
Ultimate Rides is here to give you the finest pre-owned cars in the
automotive industry, and do it at a competitive price.
To describe what I am talking about? Have you ever had a car that you just couldn’t stop looking at as you walk past it? Something that makes your pulse pound a bit? The coolest wheels, the most stand out color, or the rarest look. That’s what we are here to deliver.
To describe what I am talking about? Have you ever had a car that you just couldn’t stop looking at as you walk past it? Something that makes your pulse pound a bit? The coolest wheels, the most stand out color, or the rarest look. That’s what we are here to deliver.
Welcome to Ultimate Rides located at 3216 S Oneida Street in Appleton,
WI or 2625 S Washburn St in Oshkosh, WI. Please call us at (920)733-2277
to arrange a test drive or visit our website www.ultimateridesinc.com
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