In Episode #11, I look back at the past 10 episodes and talk about how I want to continue improving the message presentation and audio quality. I review some of the challenges of producing the first 10 shows. Listen using the Anchor Player Listen Using Our Website Player You can also download the show. Tap… Continue reading Podcast Production Notes and Review (Podcast E11)
Category: Transportation
A better way to email. Save time and have a greater impact. (Podcast E6)
In Episode #6, I talk about how you can respond to emails and other requests by using video, articles, and podcasting on your own personal website. Listen using the Anchor Player Listen Using Our Website Player You can also download the show. Tap (or right click) the link and save. [Download] Learn more at ResourcesForLife.com/podcast
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
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
Iowa City Master Plan, Parking Requirements, TIF Policy, Municipal Marijuana Law
CONTENT and TOPICS Here are the topics covered in the most recent Connect Iowa City podcast recorded on 14 December 2016 at 11:00 AM. The audio player is below. CITY COMPREHENSIVE MASTER PLAN Time (mm:ss): 01:29 – 15:59 Tax implications of Linn Street development decision. Iowa Workforce Credit Match. Preserving historic integrity. New development height… Continue reading Iowa City Master Plan, Parking Requirements, TIF Policy, Municipal Marijuana Law
Uber Driver Signup Guide and Resources Page
Sign Up To signup as a driver with Uber, follow these steps: Go to https://get.uber.com/drive/ When you complete the form, provide Invite Code HNFD9UE which will give you a $100 bonus for signing up. The signup process will walk you through the rest of what’s needed. You’ll need to provide your financial and banking information in… Continue reading Uber Driver Signup Guide and Resources Page
Iowa City Fat Bike Stores, Shops and Bicycle Vendors
Iowa City Bike Shop Fat Bikes This page contains links to the “Fat Bike” models available from local Iowa City bicycle shops as of December 2013. Call or stop by the stores for a current inventory. Additional brands and models may be available, including some used bikes. 30th Century Bike Surly Moonlander Pugsley – Pug… Continue reading Iowa City Fat Bike Stores, Shops and Bicycle Vendors
100 MPG Fuel Efficiency Equivalency Available Now from Ford with the C-MAX Energi Plug-in Hybrid
We’re promised that in the future, cars will run on electricity and deliver energy efficiency equal to 100 miles per gallon (comparing cost to distance travelled). The future is here now in the C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid vehicle from Ford. 2.0L Hybrid Electric Powertrain Both C-MAX Hybrid and C-MAX Energi have an advanced powertrain which… Continue reading 100 MPG Fuel Efficiency Equivalency Available Now from Ford with the C-MAX Energi Plug-in Hybrid
SOLD: 2013 Tesla Model S
Own it Today You could spend over $100,000 on eBay for a Tesla Model S (see below). Or, you could get on a waiting list at the dealership. However, you could have this 2013 Model S with the upgraded 85 kWh package for only $83,000. Miles There are only 11,000 miles on the vehicle. It… Continue reading SOLD: 2013 Tesla Model S
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
The Next Big Thing in Luxury is Small
The latest advertisement from Buick (shown below) proclaims: “The Next Big Thing in Luxury is Small.” The smaller is better message is increasingly finding its way into mainstream culture as a shifting undercurrent to the bigger is better mindset of another era. The description on Buick’s YouTube channel reads: “The age of the over-sized luxury… Continue reading The Next Big Thing in Luxury is Small