Don’t let high gas prices ruin what can otherwise be the road trip of the summer. Bonding with your closest friends is what attracts the adventurer to the road trip. It provides stories that get told for years to come. Some of these great moments are created on the ride up. This is why carpooling is a win-win. My money saving tips are carpooling and splitting gas when you plan a road trip.
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Here is what you need to do to keep it simple and honest:
- Fill up the tank – Before you head out, have the owner of the vehicle fill the gas tank. This ensures that you start the road trip on a clean slate. The objective from here on in is to replenish the consumed fuel collectively.
- Enjoy the ride – No need to track distance covered or fuel economy. The last thing you want to do on a road trip is keep tabs on how much fuel is being burned. This time is dedicated to blasting your favourite tunes.
- You’re there… now fill up the tank – Filling the tank near your destination will give you the total fuel cost for the trip.
- Get out your calculator and wallet – Now that you have the total cost of the gas consumed, divide it by the amount of people in the vehicle. Make sure to include the driver. The result gives you the exact amount each person owes.
Carpooling and sharing the gas bill ensures fairness and a
great way to save money. This
summer call up your friends, pick a spot on the map, and plan a road trip of a lifetime.
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costly?
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