Ramseyny,
Welcome to GreenHybrid. For being in NY, and having snow tires on, I'd say you're doing fine. Remeber that you are also driving a car that is better for the environment than the average car. (It has a rating of ULEV)
Congrats on your purchase!

Eric Powers

MHG Organizer - www.MadisonHybridGroup.com
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