I got a bit of sticker shock recently as I drove into my local gas station to find that prices have risen above $4 a gallon. Thankfully I don't drive often (public transportation FTW!), but at those prices, it's enough to make a girl want to throw down for an expensive (but cost-saving) electric-hybrid car. You may not have the bankroll to change up your ride now, but in the meantime, check out Read more

The experience of going on a road trip is often just as exciting as the final destination. Lucky for us, the long holiday weekend ahead invites the opportunity to hit the road and head someplace fun. Before you put your car into drive, check out my money saving tips for your road trip. Read more

Yes, we all know gas is expensive and at a record high, but did you know Americans really have cut back on their driving? In fact, we've cut back so much that we are hurting gas tax revenues, which pay for roads, bridges and mass transit projects. I've put together a list of facts you should know about the ever increasing gas prices and how the cost affects the rest of our lives. Read more

While there are many tested tips for saving on gas and preserving on fuel, there are also a whole lot of misconceptions and wives' tales about when and where you should be filling your tank. Consumer Reports took to the streets and squashed some of the myths that have probably been cemented into your "fill 'er up!" schedule. Read more

Despite a dip in gas prices at the end of the year, most SavvySugar readers estimate they spent between $1,000 to $2,000 on gas over the course of 2008, which certainly isn't chump change. Every mechanic, car nut, or know-it-all has a pocket full of suggestions for minimizing gas usage, but the penny savers at Consumer Reports have put together some tested tips for saving on fuel I found Read more

When the weather outside is frightful, your home's temperature — and your gas bill — shouldn't be. Reducing your gas heating costs isn't as simple as turning down the thermostat; everything from plugging up air leaks to using a broiler can cut your monthly heating costs drastically. So I've compiled the top 20 ways to save cash on gas at home. Source Read more

When purchasing plane tickets last night for a Summer trip to Montana, I couldn't believe that two tickets would cost as much as flying to certain places in Europe. Fuel has been the word of 2008 and it's what continues to be on every vacation-hungry person's mind as summertime falls upon us. You don't need to commit yourself to a travel-free second half of the year; if you're looking for a Read more

In honor of Earth Day today, we've rounded up some of our favorite Instagram snaps to serve as eco-friendly dating inspiration. Planning a springtime rendezvous? Skip the gas-guzzling road trip and choose an earth-friendly date that you can feel good about instead. From active outdoor adventures to artsy indoor projects, here are 15 green date ideas to try this season. Read more

Dishwasher-safe nonstick frying pans, pots with silicone handles that stay cool, and a safety focused pressure cooker are just a few of the features of Emeril Lagasse's new line of cookware for JC Penney. The line, which will be in the retailer's stores this month, includes everything from a knife set to a bread maker — but it's the deep fryer that Emeril got really excited about when showing Read more

Jake Gyllenhaal was spotted out at a gas station in LA yesterday. He's hanging out on the West Coast following a stay overseas in February and a recent visit to NYC. Jake's on a break from shooting after wrapping up his last film, End of Watch, which is due out in September. The cop drama pairs him with Michael Peña and Anna Kendrick, though for his next project, Jake could star opposite Read more