Friday, July 23, 2010

Gas 2.0

Gas 2.0

New Toyota MPG Initiative: “Drive Like You’ve Got a Glass of Water on Your Dash”

Posted: 23 Jul 2010 12:38 PM PDT

As part of a new campaign launched by Toyota of Sweden, the company is asking all drivers, regardless of their allegiance to the Toyota brand, to imagine that they have a cup of water on their dashboard when driving. In so doing, Toyota says you can lower your fuel consumption by 10%.

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Are the 1930’s Back? Another Fascinating Eco Air Cruiser

Posted: 23 Jul 2010 08:42 AM PDT

For whatever reason, eco-designers seem to have this obsession with environmentally-sound air ships. Are the 1930’s back in vogue? Are there still people out there banking on a comeback for the zeppelin? Apparently so, because I have come across yet another eco-conscious air ship that looks good on paper, and likely won’t ever be more than a twinkle in the designer’s eye.

Called the Eunoia, this helium-lifted airship would be powered by thousands of solar panels and made from reclaimed materials. Looks pretty sleek though, no?

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Over $77 Billion Needed To Repair U.S. Transit Systems

Posted: 23 Jul 2010 08:38 AM PDT


Ever get on a bus or train, only to wonder exactly when the last time this vehicle was serviced for regular maintenance? If so, you’re not alone. It is no secret that America’s bridges, roads, and public transportation systems are falling into a state of disrepair. Indeed, over 150,000 bridges alone are “structurally deficient” which basically means they aren’t up to snuff. Neither are the nation’s trains or railroads.

The Federal Transit Administration estimates that it would take over $77 billion to bring all the nation’s buses and trains into a state of “good repair”, and it would cost another $14 billion every year to maintain them. This is why we need more electric vehicles.

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