Summary This document offers the latest news and information about the electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian, as well as some context and commentary about the EV industry. Alternatives Regarding transportation needs, some people would say that we don’t need better cars, we need better cities. For residents of sustainable cities and walkable communities, cars are less… Continue reading Rivian News 2023
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Subaru Ascent: The Last Gasoline Powered Vehicle (Podcast #45)
In Episode #45, I talk about the Subaru Ascent as the last gasoline powered vehicle. (26 Sep 2020) Listen using your favorite podcast service. Anchor [Listen] Apple [Listen] Google [Listen] Spotify [Listen] Listen Using the Anchor Player Below Listen Using Our Website Player You can also download the show. Tap (or right click) the link and save. [Download]
Benefits and Safety of Subcompact Cars Such as the Honda Fit and Toyota Yaris
“Sometimes big problems are best solvedusing small solutions.” Summary Generally speaking, little tiny micro small mini cars have many advantages. They offer better maneuverability and easier parking. Better fuel efficiency, and fewer resources used in production make small cars environmentally friendly. Small cars are inexpensive to purchase, insure, and maintain. Finally, they look cute, happy,… Continue reading Benefits and Safety of Subcompact Cars Such as the Honda Fit and Toyota Yaris
Vehicle Tips: Regular vs Premium Fuel – Choosing the Right Octane Gasoline
Here you’ll find some information about regular and premium fuel choices to help with choosing the right octane gasoline for your vehicle. It’s important to note that octane levels do not determine the quality of gasoline. Higher quality gasoline is usually determined by the additives used. The octane required is a function of your engine.… Continue reading Vehicle Tips: Regular vs Premium Fuel – Choosing the Right Octane Gasoline
Buyer Beware: Purchase Contracts Changing Without Notice – Kia Motors Canada
There’s an unfortunate ongoing problem in our mostly unregulated free marketplace whereby a vendor promises something to a customer, but in the sales contract there’s a disclaimer stating that the company can change the agreement at any time without notice to the customer. In other words, the customer is agreeing to a binding agreement that… Continue reading Buyer Beware: Purchase Contracts Changing Without Notice – Kia Motors Canada
Rob Ferretti – Porsche 911 GT3 European Delivery
In the summer of 2014 we reported on the Rob Ferretti and the Super Speeders phenomenon. Rob continues to offer informative and positive videos about exotic sports cars, as well as commentary on other topics via his YouTube channel. Rob’s style of video commentary is refreshing, genuine, and sincere — seemingly without a lot of… Continue reading Rob Ferretti – Porsche 911 GT3 European Delivery
Red Light Cameras Vulnerable to Abuse by Cities, Municipalities and Law Enforcement for Unnecessary and Excessive Tickets and Citations
Introduction. Properly implemented and programmed, Red Light Cameras could help catch and prosecute dangerous and careless drivers who drive through red lights as a result of being distracted, drunk, or not wanting to be delayed by waiting. However, cities, municipalities, and law enforcement agencies are intentionally programming red light cameras to increase violations and maximize… Continue reading Red Light Cameras Vulnerable to Abuse by Cities, Municipalities and Law Enforcement for Unnecessary and Excessive Tickets and Citations
Small Car Society Report on the Financial Decline of General Motors, Ford, and Large Vehicle Manufacturers
Activism > Small Car Society Summary. Over the past ten to fifteen years, consumers have loudly spoken by purchasing smaller more efficient cars. During that same time period, numerous reports, studies, focus groups, and research projects all provided the same conclusive and incontrovertible advice: small cars are the wave of the future. This is a… Continue reading Small Car Society Report on the Financial Decline of General Motors, Ford, and Large Vehicle Manufacturers
Small Car Society – Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | 5 June 2009 ResourcesForLife.com Launches the Small Car Society Iowa City, Iowa |12:18 PM Summary. ResourcesForLife.com announced the launch of the Small Car Society. After decades in development, the unveiling of the Small Car Society comes at a time when thse use of small cars is on the rise as people… Continue reading Small Car Society – Press Release