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From putting gas in your tank to converting your car’s engine from diesel to vegetable oil, eHow’s got a great collection of advice on fuels. Looking to improve your car’s performance? Learn how to buy and add fuel treatments to your car. Interested in contributing to a clean environment while saving money on your commute? eHow has How To info on making the switch from conventional fuel to alternative sources like ethanol.
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How to Build a Hydrogen Generator to Increase Your Fuel Economy
building a hydrogen generator will allow you to split water into hydrogen and oxygen also known as HHO gas. This type of generator can be used in your vehicle to help increase your fuel economy.
How Do Fuel Cells Work?
Hydrogen fuel cells work by introducing hydrogen and oxygen into the cell, which creates electricity to power the vehicle, and some of their benefits include water droplet emissions and a...
Clean Diesel
Clean diesel vehicles receive 30 percent better fuel efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Learn about the increasing popularity and technological advances of clean diesel vehicles in...
Fuel From Biomass
Ethanol, which is a biomass fuel, is usually made from corn, which is controversial to some groups; however, ethanol can be made from biomass leftover waste products. Find out how public opinion...
Turbo Vs. Supercharger
Supercharges use an air compressor to improve engine combustion, whereas a turbocharge engine recycles the engines exhaust. Learn how turbochargers and supercharges increase horsepower and also...
Racing Goes ‘Green’
Race cars have started to use a form of green fuel called ethanol, which is made from grain and biomass sources. Discover how racing has used ethanol to decrease harmful emissions and increase...
Where Does Hydrogen Come From?
Hydrogen is a chemical that is manufactured by splitting water molecules; however, because it takes so much energy to split water molecules, most hydrogen is manufactured through natural gas. As...
How Do Hybrid Cars Work?
A hybrid car combines an internal combustion engine with an electric battery, and the vehicles work by starting the car with the battery then switching the power source to the internal combustion...
How Does the Government Support ‘Green’ Cars?
The Federal Government supports green cars by supplying grants and cost sharing programs, and state and local governments offer incentives and tax decreases for those that use green technology....
History of the Hybrid Car
The history of the hybrid electric car begins in 1999 with the creation of the first commercial gasoline-electric engine, and since then, several hybrid models, from small cars to SUV, have been...
Pros and Cons of Hybrid Cars
Hybrid cars have extremely low emissions and high fuel efficiency, which are definite pros; however, some of the cons of hybrid vehicles include price and environmental hazards of the batteries....
How to Get Better Mileage
Get better gas mileage in a vehicle by driving less frequently, planning errands sequentially, being a conservative driver and using cruise control. Save money on gas with conversation tips using...
How Hydrogen Cars Work
There are two different types of hydrogen cars that work in different ways; one uses a hydrogen internal combustion engine, and the other uses a hydrogen fuel cell to produce electricity to power...
How to Get Cheaper Gas
The typical driver in the US uses about 500 gallons of gasoline per year. I can remember a time when those 500 gallons cost only a couple hundred dollars. Now, it's a couple of thousand dollars....
Fuel Efficiency Tips: Move Closer to Your Job
Learn tips on how to get better gas mileage out of your car in this free video clip on fuel efficiency.
Fuel Efficiency Tips: Use a GPS System
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Fuel Efficiency Tips: Clean Air Filters
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Fuel Efficiency Tips: Tighten Fan Belt
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Fuel Efficiency Tips: Check Tire Pressure
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Fuel Efficiency Tips: Keep Your Car in Good Shape
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Fuel Efficiency Tips: Park in Shade
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Fuel Efficiency Tips: Use Less AC
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Fuel Efficiency Tips: Travel Light
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Fuel Efficiency Tips: Fuel Injector Cleaner
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Fuel Efficiency Tips: Biodiesel & Hybrid Cars
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Gas Pumping Inspections
Walk around and perform an inspection while pumping gas. Learn how to be safe when fueling a car in this free video.
Fuel Efficiency Tips: Slow Down Early
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Fuel Efficiency Tips: Filling Up Your Gas Tank
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Fuel Efficiency Tips: Don't Search for Parking
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Where is the Gas Tank?
Find major components for pumping gas, such as the gas tank, nozzle, and pump. Learn how to pump gas with these video instructions.
Types of Gas for a Car
What kind of gas do I put in my car? Learn grades and octanes of car fuel, from unleaded to premium and diesel.
Fuel Efficiency Tips: Driving a Constant Speed
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How to Use a Gas Pump
Activating a gas pump. Learn about using a gas pump with these video instructions.
Fuel Efficiency Tips: Avoid Idling
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How to Remove a Nozzle for Pumping Gas
Taking out the nozzle to start pumping gas. Learn how to pump your own gas with these video instructions.
Fuel Efficiency Tips: Combine Trips
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Waste Oil Tips
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How to Use Biodiesel
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Taxes & Regulations with Making Biodiesel
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Collecting Oil to Make Biodiesel
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How to Make High Quality Biodiesel
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How Long Does it Take to Make Biodiesel?
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Waste Products of Making Biodiesel
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Calculating Savings with Biodiesel
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Finding Titration Amounts When Make Biodiesel
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Lye Calculations When Making Biodiesel
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Equipment Tips for Making Biodiesel
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How to Make a Large Batch of Biodiesel
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Prepare Titration Solution for Making Biodiesel
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Blank Titration for Making Biodiesel
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