Tips for greening your car
We’re all aware of the pollution made by our car culture, and we know that it’s having an effect on our environment. Unfortunately, given the ways our cities and country are set up, it looks like cars are here to stay, at least in the short term. So, if you do find that you have no other choice but to drive a car, here are some tips to make sure it’s as eco friendly as possible. One of the major causes of traffic pollution is large cars. Yes, I’m talking about gas guzzlers. Unfortunately, many people buy cars that are larger than they need because they think that they’ll gain better visibility on the roads, or perhaps they see the car as a status symbol. If you have a large car, or are thinking about buying one, consider whether it’s really necessary. If you’re going to be doing city driving, or if you only drive on occasion, a smaller car is a much better and more environmentally friendly option. Think about the age of your car. Today’s cars tend to be much more fuel efficient and therefore better than the environment than some of the older cars you see creaking around the roads. Older cars also tend to be heavier and larger, and so tend to chew up large amounts of fuel that they then burn inefficiently. If you can, try to trade in your older car for a newer model. Even second-hand newish models should offer more bang for your environmental buck than the old dinosaur in your garage. Would you consider a hybrid car? Hybrid cars are relatively new, but represent a step forward in environmentally friendly commuting. Many makers have started moving towards hybrid cars, and their prices are slowly coming down. Similarly, ultra small cars such as Smart Cars are extremely efficient cars that have a small carbon footprint.
If you are considering getting a hybrid car to cut down on energy costs, then I recommend you also look at this enigin PLC blog. It is written by a guy who works with them and has some great ideas and info about new energy saving techniques!
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