The cost of gasoline is consistently one of the biggest concerns for drivers, and one of the energy-related items average Americans are least able to affect. But a few simple tips could help you reduce pain at the pump and cut tailpipe emissions. energyNOW! has joined with the Alliance to Save Energy to produce a [...]
In case you were wondering what the cost comparison would be between buying regular old gasoline for your vehicle or plugging it into an electric socket at home each night, a new study from Northeast Group (via Autoblog Green) has your answer; the plug-in electric is cheaper — way cheaper. As in 1/10 of the [...]
Contrary to popular opinion/rumor, whenever possible it is better to shut off your car’s engine than it is to let it idle. In a time of high gas prices, climate change, and modern car engines, it’s important to learn when we should be shutting off our engines and when we should be leaving them on. [...]
Dear EarthTalk: Not long ago we were reading a lot about hydrogen’s role in a clean energy future, with cars transitioning from gasoline-powered engines to hydrogen-powered fuel cells. Where does hydrogen fit now in the mix with electric cars now coming on so strong? It is true that just a few years ago everyone was [...]
Last week I attended opening day of the Los Angeles Auto Show with a buddy of mine. We go each and every year to the show, and this year I figured I would snap a few photos of some standout hybrids and electric vehicles coming to market soon. While almost every car manufacturer had some [...]
If I told you that our government mandated fuel efficiency standards hadn’t changed in 25 years, would you believe me? I don’t think I would have believed myself, to be honest. But if I had gone looking for the facts to back up that claim, I would have found it to be true; Corporate Average [...]
I wish I was back in LA already so I could attend! I went a few years ago to the AltCar Expo in Santa Monica, and it’s back again this weekend (Oct 1 & 2) at the Civic Auditorium. As usual, admission is free, and they will have all sorts of alternative fuel vehicles there [...]
