Save Gas, Commute by Scooter
Okay, so you want to save gas, but can’t afford (or don’t want) a hybrid or electric car. If you live an urban or suburban area, you might have another solution at your fingertips: commute via scooter. Scooters are the gas gods of the transportation world - averaging 60-80 miles per gallon, they give you a huge bang for your buck. In fact, some scooters only cost $5 to fill up, and that’s taking into consideration today’s gas prices!
If you choose to scooter up, you must take safety precautions. First and foremost, buy a helmet. Get familiar with your scooter and with your neighborhood drivers. Keep in mind that you’ll be much harder to see on a scooter, so practice (very) defensive driving at all times. Try to travel on roads with slower speed limits, as well - this way, you won’t put yourself in the normal frenzy of high-speed commuters.
Also remember that you may need a special license to drive your scooter, so check with your state DMV for more details. Finally, get insurance — which can be as inexpensive as $100/year — to protect yourself and other drivers. Always be responsible and safe on the road.
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