by Bob Leonard | Feb 1, 2018 | Green Driving
As the Trump administration mulls softening fuel economy standards, an advocacy group is making the argument that requiring automakers to produce more energy-efficient vehicles has been a boost to the U.S. economy and job creation. A report released this week by...
by Bob Leonard | Nov 28, 2017 | Green Driving
If you’ve ever been in a car that has lost traction during heavy acceleration, it probably doesn’t have a Traction Control System (TCS). In the same way that Anti-Lock Brake Systems (ABS) are designed to prevent skids during braking, TCS is meant to loss of traction...
by Bob Leonard | Oct 4, 2017 | Green Driving
For most people, the tires on their car are consumables. In other words, you buy a new set of tires, use them for 2-3 years, buy another set and so on. And you probably don’t need to be reminded that when that purchase time comes, the credit card takes a serious hit....
by Bob Leonard | Aug 16, 2017 | Environment, Green Driving
There are quite a few things that can cause the engine in your car to run poorly. Most drivers are familiar with failure points such as spark plugs, spark plug wires, fuel pumps, fuel injectors and other items. Not many, however, are familiar with EGR valves, though....
by Bob Leonard | Aug 11, 2017 | Government Programs, Green Driving
A major transition into adulthood for teenagers is when they get their first driver’s license. Aside from the “coolness” effect, a driver’s license also provides teens with a sense of real independence. After all, no longer is it necessary to have a parent involved in...
by Bob Leonard | Aug 9, 2017 | Environment, Green Driving
Due in 2019, the Skyactiv-X engine family will replace today’s Skyactiv-G units. It could make Mazda the first carmaker to use compression ignition on a production car. Gasoline engines typically ignite fuel using a spark within the cylinder. Compression ignition...
