by Andy Grossman | Apr 13, 2012 | Environment, Green Driving
Last weekend, as I took a leisurely stroll around downtown Portland, Oregon, I came across a sight reserved for eco-maniacs and car nuts alike (luckily for me Earthgarage attracts both). Right in the dead center of the city center were several dozen Smart ED cars...
by Stacie Schwartz | Apr 2, 2012 | Uncategorized
Can higher gas prices actually effect consumer behavior? In many European countries, gas prices are double what we are paying in the U.S. These countries are the closest models we have to compare to see if gas prices were high, if we would lower gasoline consumption...
by Andy Grossman | Mar 26, 2012 | Electric Vehicles, Environment, Government Programs, Green Driving
Anyone familiar with The Simpsons should know the potential dangers of listening to a slick city folk preaching the benefits of light rail lines as a way to better the daily lives of the community. However, I beg you to hear me out on this one as I promise to provide...
by Matt Zwiebel | Mar 6, 2012 | Green Driving
There’s no denying the fact that we live in an increasingly connected world. Finding old friends through Facebook has never been easier. Video chatting with friends or family across the world requires nothing more than a web cam and an internet connection....
by Jim Henderson | Feb 26, 2012 | Government Programs
The only way to get consumers to choose cheaper, more efficient transportation is to make it the cool option. More than half the global population now lives in urban environments, and that number will only grow: By 2050, an estimated 80% will live in cities. This...
