Save Gas & the Environment

As the planet runs low on petroleum reserves, gas prices are going to soar. So here are some tips to help you save fuel right now, by driving better, in a lean, mean, efficient driving machine! Want to take action? Consider buying a hybrid car which can qualify for car loan discounts.

Green cars not necessarily dull

Some people think environmentally cars are dull and boring. But manufacturers at the recent car shows have shown that they are getting more creative and innovative about their green offerings. >> Green cars not dull

Electric hybrids coming

Adding a more powerful battery to a hybrid, one that recharges in a wall socket, adds HUGE advantages to a hybrid car's fuel efficiency and green benefits. >> Plug-in hybrids

Green my ride

Government initiatives offer rebates of up to $2000 if you buy a greener vehicle. So what are you waiting for? Do your bit to reduce climate change, and save money at the pump. >> Green my ride

Toyota's gas guzzling Tundra criticized

At the New York Auto Show in spring of 2007 a banner inside the front entrance challenged Toyota to become a true environmental leader. The banner parodied Toyota's current Tundra full-size pickup truck advertising blitz with a picture of the truck driving over a globe with the tagline, "Toyota: The Truck That's Changing the Climate." >> Toyota criticized

Biodiesel Jeep very cool

Jeep's Liberty CRD diesel, comes pre-filled with a mixture of conventional diesel oil and biodiesel. 10,000 units are on the road, burning vegetable oil and helping the environment while weaning the U.S. off foreign oil. >> Biodiesel Jeep

New fuel economy rules might also improve safety

New U.S. government proposal to boost fuel economy of SUVs, vans, and pickups would greatly reduce the current contradiction with safety. ---PDF--- >> Fuel economy

Go on a low-car diet

Some San Diegans are taking a challenge to park their cars and use Flexcar and transit for a month. One person compares car sharing to using an Ipod or downloading music. >> MORE

Where are hybrids going? Milder? Wilder?

Hybrids are selling like pancakes, and rumors have it that some manufacturers are looking at ways to make them less expensive--if less green. >> MORE

Be smart on gas savings

Here are some tips to help you save both fuel and money, with simple changes to your car and your decision-making. >> MORE

Roundabouts save fuel and emissions

Traffic roundabouts, the modern kind, are growing in popularity worldwide, and have huge environmental benefits, as well as reducing congestion. ---PDF--- >> MORE

More traffic in forest

Increased use of SUVs on forest land led the U.S. Forest Service to create new rules to standardize the way off-highway routes are designated. >> MORE

Gas prices seriously hurt quality of life

New polls show people in both the USA and other countries are hurting from high gasoline prices and consumption. >> MORE

Should we cut gas consumption by half?

A U.S. proposal would add a $1000 guzzler tax on vehicles that fail to meet a standard fuel efficiency of 30 mpg, aiming to reduce foreign oil dependency. >> MORE

Traffic congestion has chokehold on drivers

Stuck in another bottleneck? Some chokepoints are predictable, and cost productivity, smog, and lives. Should we pay to fix them? >> MORE

New tires reduce pollution

What makes a tire more fuel efficient and environmentally friendlier? Lower rolling resistance, say tire engineers, and now you can have your own set. >> MORE

Diesel a winner in fuel efficiency

Want to do your part to improve North American fuel economy and energy security? New model diesel cars have reduced emissions, better mileage, and more fun! >> MORE

Fill up in your own garage

Wouldn't life be simpler if you could refuel your car or truck at home? Why not tap into the cleaner and cheaper natural gas line, say a couple of big auto players. >> MORE

New engines save fuel

Oil may be above $50 per barrel, but gasoline-electric hybrid vehicles are not the only new technology for increasing fuel-efficiency. "Displacement on Demand" is here. >> MORE

Convert your truck to natural gas

A new dual-fuel conversion system saves money and helps the environment by converting diesel engines to a mode that replaces about 80 percent of the diesel with cleaner natural gas. >> MORE

Fuel savings tips as gas prices soar

Gas-saving maintenance and driving tips that really work, including simple to do things with your gas cap, tires, air filter, and driving habits. Try these tips, and make a difference to both your pocketbook and the environment. >> MORE

How to get better fuel economy

As gasoline prices soar, here are some tips to cut gas use while driving, protecting both your pocketbook and the planet's environment. >> MORE