Amount of Space Required to Transport People by Car, Bus, or Bicycle: Press-Office City of Müenster, Germany – from treehugger http://jagadees.wordpress.com/2009/03/20/space-required/
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Posted inAutomobiles / Electric Vehicle / Transportation
Fine for idling
Drivers could be charged £20 if they run their engines while stuck in traffic. Motorists could face £20 spot fines if they leave their engines … Fine for idlingRead more
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New Powertrain 1.5 for Tesla Roadster
It gives Roadster An improved inverter (PEM) to deliver higher motor current An improved motor to handle higher current and torque A new single-speed gearbox … New Powertrain 1.5 for Tesla RoadsterRead more
Posted inOil / Transportation
Inflate Our Tires
When tires are not inflated to the recommended PSI (pounds per square inch) as recommended by tire manufacturers, the flat part in contact with the … Inflate Our TiresRead more
Posted inTransportation / USA Empire
End of Autopia
America, the heartland of a car-based culture once famously termed ‘Autopia’ where people are driving less. Their love for car is fading. Thanks for oil … End of AutopiaRead more
Posted inDiesel / Oil / Transportation
If you care about global warming, don’t buy a diesel car
First, diesel fuel has a considerably higher carbon content than gasoline, so burning a gallon of diesel emits 22.2 pounds of CO2 vs. 19.4 for … If you care about global warming, don’t buy a diesel carRead more
Posted inAutomobiles / Transportation
IC Engine Automobile : 15% fuel-to-wheel efficiency
Today’s efficiency situation: FUEL 100% PUSHING THE PISTONS 35% OVERCOMING ENGINE FRICTION AND PUMPING THE AIR AND FUEL (typical US driving condition) 20% Are we … IC Engine Automobile : 15% fuel-to-wheel efficiencyRead more
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World Carfree Day
Every September 22, people from around the world get together in the streets, intersections, and neighbourhood blocks to remind the world that we don’t have … World Carfree DayRead more