Reply #9: Diesel

[Abelman]

is a good way to go as well, particularly if you live in an area where bioDiesel is available. There are still downsides to this, but typically the mileage is better on Diesel cars - particularly the VW TDIs.

I have been looking at cars, and some Toyotas are very good with mileage, especially the Corollas. About 38mpg, and that's a regular old fashioned engine.

It makes it harder for folks who need family vehicles, but there are a few larger cars with good gas mileage.