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If you live where winter tires are necessary get a set of tires mounted on a second set of rims. This saves money in the long run by changing them yourself (if physically able). I also upgraded to a better jack, a couple of chocks, axle stands, and a torque wrench. Where I live it’s first come, first serve to get the tires changed. Takes me about an hour while people are lined up for 2 or 3 at a garage.

I use a few techniques from a practice called “Hypermiling”. I don’t accelerate fast. Coast on the downhills (modern cars shut off the fuel-injectors when travelling at speed). When I see a red light up ahead I start slowing down, if I time it right the light will turn green before I get there. Keep the tires inflated. The more weight in a vehicle, the lower your fuel economy.

Never owned a rice cooker. A pot and lid works just fine.