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a light foot leaves a lighter footprint

thu, 20 sep 2012 11:51:34 +0000

dollar-for-dollar, the little toyota prius c just might be the most cost-effective and efficient gasoline-fueled transportation device sold in america today. but the starting price of $18,950 and official fuel economy estimates of 53 city / 46 highway don’t tell the whole story. once you learn how to unlock the prius c’s potential and fully utilize the hybrid drive system, you’ll shatter the official numbers. this video shows how easy it is to wring more miles out of every gallon.

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mn2020: fuel standards will push technology

thu, 19 jul 2012 07:00:22 +0000

the federal government has worked with auto manufacturers on aggressive fuel economy standards. current standards for 2016 will reach 35.5mpg, and if approved, the new car standard would soar to 54.5 mpg in 2025.
environment minnesota released a new report saying high mileage rates could both save minnesota drivers money at the pump, and be a major step forward for controlling emissions.

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rethinking the carpool

sat, 10 sep 2011 15:08:11 +0000

here’s a scenario. you’re on a 500+ mile road trip with your family. all of a sudden you’re feeling sleepy at the wheel and still got to reach the destination in time. now think about a service where you can pull into a rest area kind of a place where there is this big truck which can carry multiple cars for a long distance and you can take a nap or watch a movie with your family and still reach the destination in time. if we can apply this scenario to all those cars travelling in the same direction on a particular freeway in any given hour, we will be able to group 20+ cars onto a platform where they can relax, talk, play or watch a favorite movie for a price. with gas prices hitting $4-$5 mark i’m thinking it’s an affordable service to have.

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