Resources

Here is the link to the Google Spreadsheet that will be a part of your page:
 * __Spreadsheet for Monthly Cost Calculation:__ **

https://docs.google.com/a/ptsdwebapps.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AuyRqnZNofPWdE16bnlDemNvbG5YUXZXNUdESUxFdkE#gid=0

This is an open spreadsheet, so anyone can add to it. **You need to make your own copy** before you begin adding your information and embedding the file into your wiki page. **NOTE: Before you Begin **1. Open up the Spreadsheet link. 2. Click on File- scroll down and select "Make a Copy" 3. Name the copy as this: "Last Name, First Initial- Car Cost"4. You can now change the items to fit your needs and preferences and it will be saved to your own Google Docs account. **See Wikispace Resources to learn how to embed your spreadsheet into your wikispace.**


 * Fuel Calculation Cost Formula: **

(Miles Traveled per Year*) / (12) / (average fuel economy) X (average cost per gallon gas) = Total cost per month

* Miles Traveled per year for:
Light Travel- 8,000 Medium Travel- 12,000 Heavy Travel- 15,000
 * __Finding Resources Online__ **

***Helpful Tip:** When you are ready to search for information using Google, try using Google Advanced for better results:
1. Go to www.google.com, and input your search topic.

2. Once the results appear, scroll to the bottom of the page and click on "advanced search" underneath the page numbers.

3.The advanced search features allow you to search for exact quotes, combine terms, and eliminate terms.Adding and Eliminating terms can be a very helpful feature when searching for cars, because you might have a specific car in mind and can significantly reduce your search results using Google Advanced Search.

The following information can provide you with a start on your research. If you cannot find what you need, use the tips above to do perform Google Search.
__http://money.cnn.com/magazines/moneymag/money101/lesson17/index.htm__
 * Articles: **

__http://commutesolutions.org/external/tcod.html__

__http://www.piercetransit.org/rideshare/costs.htm__

__http://www.fivecentnickel.com/2009/11/05/how-much-to-budget-for-car-maintenance/__

Leasing or Buying a Car: __http://www.investopedia.com/articles/pf/05/042105.asp__
 * <span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Resource Links **

<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Consumer Reports Car Buying Guide <span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline;">__http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/cars/car-buying-advice/index.htm__

<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">True Cost of Owning a Car :Visual Image <span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline;">__http://www.ritholtz.com/blog/2010/05/the-true-cost-of-owning-a-car/__

<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Cost Calculator: <span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline;">__http://www.bankrate.com/calculators/auto/auto-loan-calculator.aspx__

<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">“Top Ten Reviews: Auto Insurance” <span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline;">__http://insurance-quote-review.toptenreviews.com/auto-insurance/__ Car Insurance rates for Teens: [|an Idea of how much your car insurance may cost you:]
 * <span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Insurance: **