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How Much Can I Save?
The savings come from replacing some gasoline-powered short trips, not from pretending every trip can be handled by bike.
The exact savings depend on how much you ride, what you drive, what you pay for fuel, and whether you also reduce parking, maintenance, and short-trip wear on your car.
The simple math
Every trip made without burning gasoline is a trip that does not require gasoline.
| Expense | Car | E-Bike |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electricity |
| Parking | Often paid or limited | Often easier and cheaper |
| Maintenance | Engine, tires, brakes, fluids | Bike service, tires, brakes |
| Short trips | Still burn fuel | Can be made without gasoline |
The goal is not to eliminate your car.
The goal is to reduce the trips that do not need one.
The goal is to reduce the trips that do not need one.
For many households, even replacing a portion of short car trips can reduce transportation costs over time.