Transportation

  1. Chrysler promises SUV buyers $2.99 gas, world rolls its eyes

    By Hank Green Posted Thu May 8, 2008 9:50am PDT for ecogeek

    Not only is this a bad deal for the environment, it turns out its a bad deal for consumers too. Read full post »

  2. 6 stupidly simple steps to save billions of gallons of gas

    By Hank Green Posted Wed May 7, 2008 12:58am PDT for ecogeek

    A tremendous amount of gasoline could be saved with some very simple measures. Read full post »

  3. VW will sell a 200-mpg car in 2010

    By Hank Green Posted Wed May 7, 2008 12:01am PDT for ecogeek

    Watch for this sleek two-seater on the roads near you. Read full post »

  4. The asthma and car connection

    By Mel Peffers Posted Tue May 6, 2008 11:23am PDT for climate411

    Mel Peffers

    Tailpipe exhaust isn't just a waste of gas and bad for the environment -- it may cause asthma in children too. Read full post »

  5. How cheap is that electric bike really?

    By Peg Fong Posted Tue May 6, 2008 2:08am PDT for ecogeek

    Currie Technologies' hybrid bike seems like a deal, but like many gadgets, the batteries may get you in the end. Read full post »

  6. The race to create the first solar airplane

    By Peg Fong Posted Mon May 5, 2008 1:25pm PDT for ecogeek

    A French and a Swiss company are trying to get green-powered planes in the air first. Read full post »

  7. Carectomy week in review

    By Joshua Liberles Posted Mon May 5, 2008 6:51am PDT for ecogeek

    The blog blasts HGTV's green-washing giveaway, praises Bicycle City, and bemoans the loss of flowers' scent. Read full post »

  8. Landfill gas will fuel garbage trucks

    By Peg Fong Posted Mon May 5, 2008 12:12am PDT for ecogeek

    A new project in California will liquefy waste gases into clean-burning vehicle fuel. Read full post »

  9. Rumors fly around an all-electric BMW

    By Hank Green Posted Fri May 2, 2008 3:19pm PDT for ecogeek

    Will it be a co-branded SmartCar? When will it be available in the U.S.? Read full post »

  10. Plug-in hybrid electric school buses

    By A. Siegel Posted Fri May 2, 2008 2:23pm PDT for ecogeek

    PHESBs could save half a day's worth of U.S. fuel use each year, plus cut damage to children's health. Read full post »

  11. Hybrid kit could cut gas use by 60%

    By Andrew Williams Posted Wed Apr 30, 2008 10:57am PDT for ecogeek

    A UK firm is testing a plug-in kit to turn any car into a hybrid vehicle. Read full post »

  12. Strategies for the green-conscious air traveler

    By Michael Brylawski Posted Tue Apr 29, 2008 2:51pm PDT for amorylovins

    Understanding the numbers is a good place to start. Read full post »

  13. Climate change's cost to U.S. transit

    By Sheryl Canter Posted Tue Apr 15, 2008 1:59pm PDT for climate411

    Sheryl Canter

    A new Senate report estimates the huge costs to the transportation infrastructure if we don't act to reverse global warming. Read full post »

  14. Airliner showers: A very guilty pleasure

    By Don Willmott , Forecast Earth Correspondent Posted Tue Apr 1, 2008 10:49am PDT for forecastearth

    Conspicuous consumption will reach new heights on Emirates Airlines this fall. Read full post »

  15. Electric car too quiet? Just add noise!

    By Don Willmott , Forecast Earth Correspondent Posted Wed Mar 26, 2008 3:43pm PDT for forecastearth

    The makers of the Fisker Karma add some old-school flourishes to their modern EV. Read full post »

  16. 6 numbers that show we could try harder

    By Sheryl Canter Posted Fri Mar 21, 2008 8:28am PDT for climate411

    Sheryl Canter

    Numbers help make the point: When it comes to conserving gasoline, we don't seem to be trying very hard. Read full post »

  17. When is a flight too empty to fly?

    By Don Willmott , Forecast Earth Correspondent Posted Fri Mar 14, 2008 5:58pm PDT for forecastearth

    American Airlines made a convenient choice for its customers, but at what cost to the environment? Read full post »

  18. Getting to know your Prius

    By Kastle Waserman Posted Thu Mar 6, 2008 1:16pm PST for greenpicks

    Prius (Toyota)

    A Prius owner's ode to web site devoted to figuring out these quirky cars. Read full post »

  19. Better gas mileage for all

    By Jeff Ronning Posted Sun Feb 24, 2008 6:34pm PST for amorylovins

    Improving your fuel economy can be as easy as paying attention to how you drive and closing the "feedback loop." Read full post »

  20. Diesels still aren't very green

    By Sheryl Canter Posted Wed Feb 20, 2008 1:02pm PST for climate411

    John DeCicco

    Environmental autos expert John DeCicco talks about strategies government and business could take to clean up promising diesel designs. Read full post »

  21. How gas guzzlers could help pay for more efficient cars

    By Natalie Mims and Noah Buhayar Posted Sun Feb 10, 2008 7:54pm PST for amorylovins

    Why "feebates" -- one-time rebates on fuel-efficient vehicles -- are a better idea than top-down fuel economy mandates. Read full post »

  22. Picking a safer car for you, your family, and the planet

    By Laura Schewel and Noah Buhayar Posted Sun Feb 3, 2008 10:49pm PST for amorylovins

    The idea that more steel equals more protection seems intuitive. It's also false. Read full post »

  23. NYC approves congestion pricing

    By Sheryl Canter Posted Thu Jan 31, 2008 3:20pm PST for climate411

    Sheryl Canter

    A historic plan to protect New Yorkers' health -- and reduce pollution. Read full post »

  24. Drive-thrus are a waste

    By Trystan L. Bass Posted Fri Jan 18, 2008 1:18pm PST for greenpicks

    quick-drive sign photo by Jean-noël Lafargue on Wikipedia

    In our high-paced, go-go-go society, the drive-thru window at the old fast-food restaurant is a necessity to save time, right? Nope! Read full post »

  25. Getting smart about parking

    By Michelle Heimburger Posted Thu Jan 17, 2008 11:54am PST for greenpicks

    Smart car photo

    Dear Jerk Who Parked So Close We Couldn't Open Our Doors: You've blocked us in for the last time! Read full post »

  26. Automakers seek greener pastures in Detroit

    By Anna Moyles Posted Tue Jan 15, 2008 2:03pm PST for greenpicks

    Chrysler ecoVoyager photo by Paul Sancya/AP

    Online resources for following green developments at the Detroit Auto Show. Read full post »

  27. Buddy up in the car

    By Trystan L. Bass Posted Thu Dec 27, 2007 12:07pm PST for greenpicks

    Traffic photo by Minesweeper on Wikipedia

    Carpool to work in the new year, and you'll save money, lower stress, and cut pollution. Read full post »

  28. Going home green

    By Kastle Waserman Posted Wed Dec 19, 2007 4:27pm PST for greenpicks

    travel photo by Terry Whalebone on Flickr

    Smart options for lessening the impact of your holiday travel on the environment. Read full post »

  29. When to turn off your engine

    By Mel Peffers Posted Wed Dec 19, 2007 7:18am PST for climate411

    Mel Peffers

    Many people think their car engine needs time to warm up. Not true! Read full post »

  30. Cruising the green seas

    By Trystan L. Bass Posted Tue Dec 11, 2007 11:12am PST for greenpicks

    cruise ship photo by Trystan L. Bass

    Ocean liners aim to get more environmentally friendly. Read full post »

  31. Carpooling casually

    By Anneliese Eisentraut Posted Mon Dec 10, 2007 3:30pm PST for greenpicks

    carpool lane photo by Matt Pagel on Flickr

    Slug your way into a high-occupancy vehicle and a quicker way to work. Read full post »

  32. Earth-friendly chocolate road trip

    By Trystan L. Bass Posted Fri Dec 7, 2007 1:19pm PST for greenpicks

    Melted chocolate photo by Fir0002, Peter, on Wikipedia

    Two Brits are driving to Africa on sweet, sweet biofuel. Read full post »

  33. Traffic is bad for the environment and your health

    By Trystan L. Bass Posted Sun Nov 11, 2007 10:07pm PST for greenpicks

    traffic from FHWA.gov website  via wikipedia, public domain

    Traffic hurts America's economy and is bad for our mental health. Doesn't that make you want to seek alternative transportation? Read full post »