Think Green and Make Life Greener
Bikes and Cars are one of the Wounders of Engineering and a threat of life on earth. It create convenience and comfort and also snarled traffic and sprawling suburbs. Above 20 to 30 percent of all gas emissions come from cars and light trucks contributing to climate change make air pollution and create disease. If you are truly to lighten your environmental footprint , the first thing to do is ask if you do in fact need a car or bike. There are many things you can do to make your driving life greener.
Now there are more Hybrid cars to match almost any need. Two door, Four door, Luxury sedan etc., They give better Mileage than their conventional counterparts, having cleaner emissions and save money on gas. Also affordable, practical electric cars and plugin hybrids aren’t too far off.
Driving techniques has a lot to do with your fuel economy. Avoid sudden starts and stops and keep the speed between 50 – 60 kms.
Getting regular tune-ups, maintenance and having clean air filters will help you burn less gas, pollute less and prevent car trouble down the line.
For shorter adventures walk take public transport ride your bi-cycle.
Windows to help keep the car cool. Try an electric or solar fan. Parking in the shade and using a reflective windshield shade can keep your car cooler when parked, meaning it takes less to cool it off when you get back in.
