Dude, Where's My Bike?
After emptying my wallet on my last trip to the gas station, I pulled out my dusty bike and contemplated switching from four wheels to two wheels. If the high cost of gas has you thinking about biking more and driving less, the City of Grand Rapids has put together a useful website and brochure called "Bike GR: A Guide to Bicycling in and Around Grand Rapids, Michigan". It's online here and the brochures can be found behind the reference desk at the Main Library. You'll find information on biking safety, preferred routes around the city, and even tips about bringing your bike on the bus with you.
If you prefer to stick with four-wheeled transportation, you can get a lot of good info on the EPA's Fuel Economy site. Find the cheapest gas in town, research tax incentives for hybrid vehicles, or compare gas mileage on cars you're thinking of purchasing.