yur clutch WILL wear out so theres no sence in pampering it. Not to say that anyone in this thread is doing that, because I haven't read all the posts. It's just that I'd suggest setting 3 to $400 aside for the specific purpose of an emergency car repair, and you should be alright. That doesn't include tires and what not.
at the same time theres smart driving, and then theres whatever immature people do. No offense for those of you who are young teens and act responsibly. Props to you.............
In a way I guess driving is like playing guitar. Everyone develops thier own method over the years.