Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 14, 2011
Alternatives to fossil fuel are becoming more popular not only because of their “green” benefits, but also because of concerns about relying on limited, imported resources to fuel cars – and economies. Biofuel and electricity, including hybrid-electric cars, have emerged as top alternatives to fossil fuel.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 4, 2012
However, traveling via personal automobile is one of the least efficient ways one can get around – but what are the alternatives? Sure, your mind may go right to taking the subway or hailing a taxi, but there are many ways to make travel more sustainable and a lot less polluting. Can Electric Cars Really Save You Money?
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 29, 2013
“Tesla’s Supercharger network is a game changer for electric vehicles, providing long distance travel that has a level of convenience equivalent to gasoline cars for all practical purposes,” said Tesla Motors co-founder and CEO Elon Musk. “We Will a “Green” Car Really Save You Money?
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 28, 2012
The report found that the Chevy Volt, the electric car that gets the equivalent of 61 miles to the gallon, would cost more after five years than the Chevy Cruze ILT. Clearly, there are other factors at play here, just beyond the fuel savings. Are green cars all they’re cracked up to be? That’s not bad at all.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 4, 2011
Ditching your car in favour of using public transport more often is great for the environment and by not having your car on the road as much, you can do your bit for the planet. Many people are reluctant to travel by train because of the high ticket prices but there are ways to cut the costs: Time your ticket purchase right.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
SEPTEMBER 12, 2011
However, things are much more difficult now as the running costs required to keep a car on the road are escalating out of control. A survey conducted by the MoneySupermarket.com car insurance division revealed that 65% of motorists will consider fuel economy and basic running costs the next time they purchase a new vehicle.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 4, 2011
He has been a huge advocate of alternative energy sources, and is probably best known for his documentary “Who Killed the Electric Car?” which follows his adventures in owning, and losing, one of the first all-electric vehicles. Ed Begley, Jr. might be the most famous and visible stars with a dedication to going green.
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