The U.S. national average for a gallon of gasoline was $1.10 in 2001. The average has tripled in six years. So, if you were spending $160.00 per month in 2001, you are now spending $480.00 per month today. You may not be able to control the price of gas, but there are other factors in your life that you can.
Here are some tips to help you save money on other expenses to compensate for the extreme gas increase. By taking advantage of as many of the savings listed, you will be able to adjust your budget so that you are not expensing extra cash from your paycheck. Now, keep in mind many services offering a savings package today were not available in 2001. So use it to your advantage.
