| the country in your RV maybe doesn't sound like | | | | More and more filling stations are offering |
| the most ecological lifestyle. After all, how do you | | | | Bio-Diesel fuels. You can usually find Bio-Diesel |
| cruise around the country in a giant gas guzzler | | | | pumps at major truck stops. Finding Bio-Diesel |
| without leaving a giant footprint on an already | | | | pumps takes a little work, but this website where |
| wounded world? So, how can you? | | | | you can search by state makes it easy: |
| RV ecologically? | | | | Cut Down On Essentials |
| The RV world is full of folks who want to do well | | | | Another great way to RV earth-friendly is to |
| by Mother Earth. Here is what they do to RV the | | | | watch how much water, propane and electricity |
| eco-friendly way. | | | | you use. If you don't need a giant water heater |
| Get the Most Mileage | | | | or dishwasher, do without. You'd be surprised at |
| First of all, the key is to choose an RV that gets | | | | what an impact these little accessories have on |
| good gas mileage. In general, smaller and more | | | | the environment. It means a little more work for |
| compact models will get you better gas mileage. | | | | you, but it makes a big difference in your |
| The best models change from year to year, so | | | | consumption. |
| when you're checking out RV's on the lot, ask the | | | | Instead of running that heater or air-conditioner all |
| dealer which get the best mileage. This will also | | | | night, open a window. Get that cool nighttime |
| save you big bucks. | | | | desert breeze to cool things off. Opening windows |
| There are a few ways you can cut down on gas | | | | and getting a good airflow going is much better |
| while driving. First off, stay under the speed limit. | | | | than running an AC. |
| You can also cut down just a few miles per hour | | | | Use as few disposables as possible. Instead of |
| reduces a lot on your CO2 emissions. Be careful | | | | using styrofoam for your plates and forks, go |
| about how much weight you carry. Of course, | | | | with the real thing. Also, use non-toxic cleaners |
| with an RV this may not be always feasible, but | | | | and keep campfires small. |
| keep it in mind and travel as lightly as possible. | | | | The RV world is getting greener every day. New |
| Avoid idling and this will save you gas too. | | | | models of motor homes are being designed to |
| Go Bio-Diesel | | | | run on solar energy and other alternative fuel |
| Bio-Diesel fuels are those that run on alcohol, | | | | sources. In the future, motor homes may |
| vegetable oil, animal oil, or any combination. | | | | become even more environmentally friendly. |
| Bio-Diesel fuel cuts way down on emissions and | | | | The hobby of RV'ing used to be regarded as a |
| releases no CO2 into the air at all. Any diesel | | | | gas-hogging, ozone-killing, self-indulgent hobby, but |
| engine can be converted to Bio-Diesel, and it's | | | | all of that is changing as RV'ers become more |
| actually good for your engine because it lubricates | | | | earth-conscious. Join the growing trend and RV |
| as it runs. | | | | green! |