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Lube Stop is a proud member of the following organizations focused on sustainability:

Sources:
Hart, Stuart. Capitalism At The Crossroads: Aligning Business, Earth, and Humanity. (Upper Saddle River, NJ: Wharton School Publishing, 2007). Mathis Wackernagel and William Rees, Our Ecological Footprint (Gabriola Island, B.C.: New Society Publishers, 1996). Motavalli, Jim, "Coming: 95% Recyclable Cars," New York Times, September 19, 2005.

The cost of gasoline in Northeast Ohio has increased 115% in the past 5 years.* By properly maintaining your car and keeping a few driving techniques in mind, you can significantly reduce the amount of gasoline you use and save money.

Here are a few individual initiatives to consider:

Condition	Effect	Service	Potential Benefit
Preventative Maintenance Fuel Saving Tips
Substandard motor oil	Added engine friction	Routine oil changes	up to .4 mpg
Dirty air filter	Improper fuel-air mixture	Air filter replacement	up to 2 mpg
Under-inflated or unevenly worn tires	Added tire resistance, vehicle vibration	Proper inflation and routine tire rotations	up to 2 mpg
Loose gas cap	Fuel evaporation	Check gas cap	up to 2 mpg
Source: National Car Care Council

Additional Fuel Saving Tips
Eliminate 'sporadic' driving		up to $1.02/gal.
Drive within the speed limit		up to $0.71/gal.
Eliminate excess weight		up to $.06/gal. ea. 100 lbs.
Avoid idling		n/a
Use cruise control for highways		n/a
Minimize the use of air-conditioning		n/a
Use alternative modes of transportation		n/a
Source: U.S. Department of Energy

For more information, visit www.fueleconomy.gov or

* Source: www.gasbuddy.com

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