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Friday, June 27th, 2008
CNNMoney.com:
Standard & Poor’s said smaller pure-play ethanol producers face “high” business and financial risks due to market volatility.
The ratings agency said in a report that political-event risk also could become a risk factor for the industry “if the food versus fuel debate sways currently positive public opinion.”
The report comes a day after VeraSun Energy […]
Cheap Gas? 4 Websites To Help You Find Lower Prices
Friday, June 20th, 2008Los Angeles Times:
AAA Daily Fuel Gauge Report | I go here first to find the definitive national average (today it is $4.08). Then I use the “Select a Market” tool to find out what the local average is. (Today, it is $4.62 for regular in Los Angeles–Long Beach.)
Gas Buddy | This website topped the list […]
Cheap Gas Web Sites: Waste Of Time Or Gas?
Friday, June 6th, 2008PC World:
With ever-rising gas prices more people are turning to Web sites that claim to steer you to the cheapest prices for gas in your neighborhood. But the question I had is, do these sites deliver what they promise and is it really worth it to drive 5 miles out of my way to save […]
Save Money On Gas
Friday, June 6th, 2008By Keith Mullin - Associated Content:
Wallet Getting sucked dry at the pump?
Here are some useful hints and tips to help you save some of your hard earned dollars when filling up your gas tank.
Maintenance/Car related
Perform regular maintenance regularly. Having fresh clean oil and a clean air filter can do wonders for your gas mileage. Your […]
Can You Save Almost $500 In Gas Costs?
Thursday, June 5th, 2008Free Money Finance:
Just got this via email:
The Alliance to Save Energy, made up of 18 member companies, trade associations, government agencies, consumer group and nonprofits (including the Wal-mart Foundation, ExxonMobil and the NRDC) recently joined forces to launch: http://drivesmarterchallenge.org.
Focused totally on transportation, the new Drive Smarter Challenge campaign aims to help consumers cut […]
Outside The Box: Investing In Brazil
Thursday, May 1st, 2008Inside Futures:
To find one of the hottest emerging markets on the planet, you don’t need to look any farther than the country of Brazil. For instance, consider the iShares MSCI Brazil Index (EWZ) surged over 74 percent in 2007 and has posted an average of 56 percent over the past three years. In addition, China’s […]
Best Stocks To Make Money Off Ethanol
Thursday, April 24th, 2008TheStreet.com:
Ethanol, to be sure, is here to stay.
But if you look at the falling stock prices of companies that produce it below, you might be tempted to view it as “demon ethanol.” Unfortunately, some very common myths about ethanol may keep you from investing in these stocks now that the prices have been beaten […]
Ways For Small Businesses To Deal With Rising Fuel Costs
Tuesday, April 15th, 2008BizOpBlogs:
Here are 10 ways that small businesses of different types can cope with the rising cost of gasoline and other fuels:
1. Add a separate fuel fee. Call it a fee, call it a surcharge - call it whatever you want. But more and more small businesses are tacking on a special charge to offset […]
Before You Buy Gasoline, Check Out The Octane Ratings
Monday, April 14th, 2008Kansas City Star:
Consumers are getting confusing pricing signals at area gas stations, thanks to how retailers are handling a flood of ethanol-blended fuel.
Some area gas stations have started selling both regular and midgrade gasoline at the same price, saying there is no longer a difference between the fuels.
Other retailers, though, are still charging more for […]
Money Stretching Tips For Pumping Gas
Friday, April 4th, 2008OpEdNews:
The following is adapted from a post on facebook by Mark Diffie. Since the author indicated this should be shared, I thought I would do so here because the information is reasonably useful.
Here are some tips to get more of your money’s worth for every gallon of gasoline you pump.
TIP 1: Only fill up your […]
Find The Nearest Station Serving E85 Ethanol For Your FlexFuel Vehicle
Tuesday, April 1st, 2008Biofuelsleuth:
Even with the benefit of biofuels being talked about heavily both online and on major news networks, it may be hard to find a place to fill up your car with E85.
If you have a vehicle that will run on E85 ethanol then you’ll want to know where the closest location is to fuel up, […]
Gas Saving Tips
Monday, January 14th, 2008ABC15:
Here are some tips on getting the most out of your fuel.
Put nitrogen in tires because it’s lighter than air, no special conversion and most repair shops can fill it. Only buy or fill up your car or truck in the early morning when the ground temperature is still cold. Remember that all service stations […]
BullMarket.com Offers Investment Opinions on Seed Companies
Wednesday, October 17th, 2007Trading Markets:
Bullmarket.com, an online investment newsletter focused on long-term growth and income-generating stocks, announced today that it has provided subscribers with a detailed report on seed companies, including Monsanto, Syngenta, and Origin Agritech.
All paid and trial subscribers to BullMarket.com can now receive immediate access to the newsletter’s exclusive daily reports. As a subscriber, you’ll also […]
Necessary Safeguards For Ethanol Plant
Tuesday, September 11th, 2007The Virginian-Pilot:
Chesapeake City officials have cleared the air on a proposed $400 million ethanol plant on the Elizabeth River, saying they’re comfortable with the plan but recognizing that many citizens are not.
In a nod to public disapproval and skepticism, officials have imposed dozens of conditions on their approval, the biggest being to cut in half […]
Can I Use Ethanol, Biodiesel?
Monday, September 10th, 2007Desmoines Register:
Question: Can my vehicle run on E85?
Answer: Only vehicles designated as flex fuel can run on E85. They have different fuel system components and sensors to adapt to the higher blend of gasoline and ethanol. Click here to find out if you have a flex-fuel vehicle and what models are available.
Question: Where can I […]
Making More Than BioFuels
Monday, August 13th, 2007*******
The Sietch:
Biofuel can be pretty interesting stuff, when made from the proper feed stock. But there is a problem. When you are done you have some left overs, in the case of biodiesel you have glycerin, with ethanol you have a mash of plant matter left over. These products do have useful properties.
Glycerin for instance […]
Use Your Driver’s License As A Debit Card - A Little Relief from High Gas Prices on the Horizon
Thursday, August 9th, 2007*******
GreatFX:
Though it’s not because gas prices are necessarily going down. It’s because gas stations in Texas (with a nation-wide expansion in the works) are providing up to ten cents off per gallon with a special program. The program comes from a two year old, eight person company called National Payment Card (NPC). And all you […]
Intellectual Property And Ethanol: Seven Steps For Success
Friday, August 3rd, 2007Ethanol Producer Magazine:
If you thought licensing certain basic processing technology in order to build and operate an ethanol plant would be your only brush with intellectual property (IP), think again. There is likely a patentable gizmo being developed or already in use in every operating ethanol plant. Where there’s a patentable gizmo developed in response […]
Ethanol Conference To Attract 5000 Visitors
Friday, June 22nd, 2007Washington Business Journal:
More than 5,000 people are scheduled to attend the 23rd Annual International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo in St. Louis at America’s Center June 26 to 29.
The conference is estimated to have a local economic impact of $2.8 million, according to the St. Louis Convention and Visitors Commission.
Biofuels and biomass service company BBI […]
Gas Saving Tips
Friday, June 15th, 2007usatoday:
Tire pressure
Driving a car with underinflated tires is like running laps with 5-pound weights strapped to each leg. Underinflated tires can sap 4% to 10% out of a car’s potential gas mileage, says John Frala, associate professor of advanced transportation at Rio Hondo College in Whittier, Calif.
The correct tire pressure, which might be different for […]