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Qatar Airways Launches Natural Gas Commercial Jet

Brian Yalung — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 02:53:14 +0000

Qatar Airways has defied the odds and perhaps flown a jet like no other airline has yet dared. This is what sums up the new development that Qatar Airways has officially flown the first commercial jet that runs on natural gas. This alternative fuel discovery was able to power an Airbus A340-600 from London Gatwick that landed in the Qatari capital, Doha.

From the look of it, this may be a good sign for the aviation sector. Unless some kinks come out, you can bet that natural gas may yet be the answer to the fuel woes of the transport industry. Then again, this is just one flight and other issues like impact on the engines and the volume of use need to be observed and recorded further.

(Source) Jaunted

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Qatar Airways Launches Natural Gas Commercial Jet

Most Compact Urban Folding Bike

Brian Yalung — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 02:06:33 +0000

We have seen a lot of folding bikes in the news lately but this one takes the cake. This compact folding bike goes as for as making use of foldable wheels which makes it easier to pack. The bike bodies are easy to fold, owing to the fact that they are made from several pieces and at least now, you don’t have to worry about how a wheel would be folded. The wheel is made up of six modules which make it folded and be smaller. For now it remains to be a concept but given enough time and testing, it should hit the market officially and get its share of customers.

(Source) Tree Hugger

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Most Compact Urban Folding Bike

Solar Powered Plane Tours Europe

David Allen — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:00:12 +0000

There is only one solar powered plane that is capable of carrying a person, it is the Sunseeker II, and it will be setting off on a European tour following the e-flight expo, which takes place on the 5^th April. This is the second version of the craft that made twenty one flights and spent a hundred and twenty one hours in the air during 1990.

The Sunseeker II is designed by Eric Raymond; it uses battery power to get into the air, while solar power takes over during the flight for the controls and other operations. The plane will be flying over the following countries: Italy, France, Spain, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Hungary and Slovenia.

Source [Inhabitat]

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Solar Powered Plane Tours Europe

Amazingly Bentley Goes Green

David Allen — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 08:00:47 +0000

Revealed at Geneva Motor Show are plans from high profile car maker Bentley and its luxury sister brand Rolls Royce to produce cars that are green- and they are not talking about the colour.

These luxury brands have realized that by reducing their emissions that they can attract certain people who would normally not even look at these cars because of the fuel that they use in their huge engines. However, Bentley has managed to refine the Continental into the Continental Supersports, which is greener and turns out to be even more powerful.

Source [Cnet]

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Amazingly Bentley Goes Green

The Segway For Label Lovers

David Allen — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 11:00:36 +0000

There may be a global financial crisis going on at the moment, but for some people that means very little, they are fine at the moment and they are going to flaunt it. For many followers of eco friendly design the Segway was one of those machines that should have made it as transportation of the 21^st Century but has become the material for many jokes.

It is easy to see why, when the likes of designer and perfume house Chanel put their name on the Segway. There is already an estimate on price of over $10,000, but the Chanel Segway comes with extra Chanel accessories, like the bag.

Source [Ecorazzi]

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The Segway For Label Lovers

Recycled Plane Is a Hotel

David Allen — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 11:00:55 +0000

Due to the current financial situation around the world, it looks as if there is going to be a surplus of airliners, but instead of just letting them rot and decay some people are coming up with ingenious ideas. Like this 747 at the Stockholm-Arlanda airport in Sweden. It has been turned into a hotel with a unique view of the airport.

This is great for people who are just staying overnight; it has twenty five rooms all with three bunks and with a room space of around six square metres. Even the flight deck has been converted for someone who wants a room with a view; there are even plans to turn the engines into rooms the fans will act as blinds.

Source [Inhabitat]

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Recycled Plane Is a Hotel

The Most Efficient Solar Hot Water Panel In The World

David Allen — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 12:00:12 +0000

An Irish firm, Surface Power has developed what they are calling the most efficient solar hot water panel ever and plans to create up to twenty new jobs over the next year in order to cope with the work needed in building the new panels.

According to an independent assessment of the product it was found that the panels is as much as 131% more efficient in the morning and evening, while at midday they are up to 76% more efficient. This product has been six years in development and once installed can reduce the hot water costs by up to 70%

However, a US based firm is also claiming similar benefits from their product, so it could turn out to be a race to get the product out there first.

Source [Eco Friendly Mag]

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The Most Efficient Solar Hot Water Panel In The World

Heuliez Launches Eco-friendly Vehicles

Brian Yalung — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 20:03:06 +0000

A lot of new concept vehicles have come about and this one launched by Heuliez is something to add to that roster. Saved from bankruptcy by an Indian investor last year, French contract manufacturer Heuliez has sold its first electric car.

While the 3-wheeled Pelican models are nothing like a car, they break the ice for a company trying to establish itself in a new automotive order. The Pelican is a 16-mph (25-km/h) utility cart that might be used by gardeners, street cleaners and other light-commercial activities. Powered by a 6-hp (4.6-kW) motor and a 48-volt, 95-amp/h lead-acid battery, it has a range of 22 miles (35 km). Its front-facing pickup bed can carry a payload of 441 lbs. (200 kg).

Could this be signs of alternative transportation solutions ahead? If so, then they are bound to get back on track and buckle down to business as the demand for alternative transport continues to rise.

(Source) WardsAuto

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Heuliez Launches Eco-friendly Vehicles

Garmin ecoRoute Assists for Wiser Driving

Brian Yalung — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 07:00:36 +0000

The key towards getting the most out of your car is to know where you are going and following the safest and shortest route to get to your point of destination. With the help of Garmin through its newest device, the ecoRoute will certainly be a big help.

Garmin the global leader in satellite navigation announces ecoRoute – a free software update that helps drivers save money and fuel, easing growing pressures on personal budgets and the environment.

“Using ecoRoute on your Garmin nüvi helps you to be a smarter driver at a time when everyone is trying to make their salaries and fuel tanks go the extra mile. As the global leader in satellite navigation, we embrace the opportunity to be the leader in fuel-efficient, eco-friendly navigation.”

With ecoRoute, you can expect a lot of savings to come you way, especially with the crazy fluctuation of gas and oil prices today.

(Source) Easier.com

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Garmin ecoRoute Assists for Wiser Driving

Eric Massa Arriving in Fuel Cell Car

Brian Yalung — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 20:00:18 +0000

On whether his intent is to gain attention or simply to help promote green awareness, Eric Massa, congressman-elect left from the Southeast Steuben County Library will be arriving in Washington D.C. on a GM Hydrogen fuel cell car to the capital building. Now that is quite an entrance and a statement as far as his stand on eco-friendly transportation.

Massa aims to affirm his support for building sustainable vehicles, perhaps due to environmental concerns and to uphold the importance of domestically made car vehicles. Massa will be officially sworn into office this Tuesday.

“I wanted to highlight the strengths that we have right here in Upstate New York to build the new industries and the new jobs we’re going to need in the future,” said Massa.

(Source) News10

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Eric Massa Arriving in Fuel Cell Car

Morocco Takes out Sulphur in Diesel for Better Fuel

Brian Yalung — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 23:49:26 +0000

By taking out the sulphur in their diesel fuel, Morocco expects a vast improvement as far as its carbon emissions and pollution problems are concerned. This was announced as Morocco will be gradually introducing the “cleaner diesel” in their transition period until April of this year.

With this development comes the issue of pricing. This is one concern that Moroccans are addressing at the moment as the price for the new and improved diesel fuel is expected to cost them a bit. Despite being just a couple of dirhams, local car owners running on diesel power feel that this may be a bit too much than their pockets can handle.

Then again, why own a car if you cannot handle the fuel costs? We experienced the same problem when the oil prices spiked more than 100% so a couple of dirhams should not really hurt.

“The new 50 ppm diesel went on sale on January 1st, 2009, replacing 350 diesel at its base price, which is 10.13 dirhams a litre”

(Source) Magharebia

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Morocco Takes out Sulphur in Diesel for Better Fuel

Poop Power Becomes Useful for Fuel Alternatives

Brian Yalung — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 23:47:21 +0000

Who ever thought that genuine human waste, otherwise known as poop-power would be put to good use? Though we don’t hear about it too much, the fact remains that human waste can be put to good use. And it seems that poop can be a good fuel alternative with extra power at that.

Animal waste has been proven to be a good alternative to powering vehicles. But from the looks of it, we can get more power from human poop once it has been stabilized and developed. See the video for yourself!

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Poop Power Becomes Useful for Fuel Alternatives

Mitsubishi innovative Electric Vehicle Unveiled

Brian Yalung — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 23:54:35 +0000

Don’t look now but Mitsubishi is unveiling its own version of electric powered transportation. Named the Mitsubishi i-MiEV or (Mitsubishi innovative Electric Vehicle), the electric car race just got broader and while this model will be primarily unveiled in the UK for now, expect it to become a vehicle that will be joining the ranks of other electric car manufacturing plants like the Toyota Prius.

With the announcement of its new electrical car, the Mitsubishi i-MiEV (Mitsubishi innovative Electric Vehicle), expect a lot of interested car enthusiasts to take note of its features.

• Zero tailpipe emissions
• Accomodation: 4 6 ft adults plus 246 litres of luggage
• Tops speed of 87 mph
• 47 KW electric motor
• Battery pack that can run 100 miles without charging

The i-Miev is expected to be released first in the United Kingdom. The purchase price for this vehicle was said to be about 35,000 pounds.

Via Entertainment and Showbiz

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Mitsubishi innovative Electric Vehicle Unveiled

Queen Elizabeth Goes Green!

Brian Yalung — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 22:19:39 +0000

It looks like the green transformation that Prince Charles and initially instigated has rubbed of on Queen Elizabeth as well. She has reportedly converted her personal Bentley Limousine to run on bio-fuel, a move that should inspire most British locals to turn to green transportation as well.

Bentley has commented that the royal family is a staunch backer of Crewe’s initiative to change to bio-fuels, as Bentley targets that by the year 2012 all its versions will have the capacity for accommodating flex-fuel.

(Source) 4WheelsNews

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Queen Elizabeth Goes Green!

Environmental Friendly Motor Oils Released in Dubai

Brian Yalung — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 01:02:46 +0000

For its continued drive at curbing carbon emissions, ENOC has reportedly released a couple of new eco-friendly lubricants that can help drivers lower their carbon footprints. The new oil products will be available in various gas stations at the United Arab Emirates and given time, if they are successful, we may soon see them reaching our local regions.

Emirates National Oil Company has unveiled two new environmental-friendly products, Protec Green engine oil for petrol engines and the Vulcan Green oil for diesel engines which will be made available at all Enoc and Eppco service stations in Dubai.

(Source) iStock Analyst

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Environmental Friendly Motor Oils Released in Dubai

Lipodiesel Used to Power SUVs

Brian Yalung — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 07:00:49 +0000

This is something that was not done commercially but more of as an experiment but it looks like a liposuction doctor may have stumbled on something as far as putting to use extracted fats from a patient that underwent a liposuction procedure. The new fuel is being branded as Lipodiesel.

Dr. Alan Bittner, a leading Beverly Hills cosmetic surgeon has made claims that he has discovered an alternative way of fueling cars by using removed fats from clients in liposuction procedures.

But the thing is you have to find him. It looks like he has moved following the closure of his clinic in Rodeo Drive. It was closed not because of his practice but more of legal issues regarding the licensing on carrying out operations by his girlfriend.

‘Not only do they get to lose their love handles or chubby belly, but they get to take part in saving the Earth.’ U.S. authorities are less impressed and have launched an inquiry into his claims that he is converting the waste fat into bio-diesel – or ‘lipodiesel’ as he calls it.

However, it is illegal in the U.S. to use human medical waste to power vehicles.

The doctor is being investigated by California’s public health department. Dr Bittner’s lawyer didn’t return calls seeking comment.

The magazine said his activities came to light after recent lawsuits filed by patients that allege he allowed his assistant and his girlfriend to perform surgery when neither held a medical licence.

(Source) Mail Online

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Lipodiesel Used to Power SUVs

Easy Living with the EasyBike from Israel

Brian Yalung — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 18:28:22 +0000

We have seen a lot of posts through the months of how people are seriously considering the use of electric powered bikes and scooters to take the place of gas guzzling cars which are facing tough issues since the celebrated fuel hikes. While the fuel prices have plunged beyond our wildest dreams, this has not stopped electric car and bike manufacturers from unveiling modern bikes for the frequent traveler.

Add the EasyBike from Israel to that growing list. It is aimed at easing the growing concern of air pollution and fuel consumption. This great looking bike is not limited to people who are wary about appearance when they go to the office. Its design is really exotic that even the office people may want to consider using it and go to work in style.

EasyBike, an Israeli company currently selling 4 versions of a “bikeboard” (a combination bike/scooter/electric vehicle), is one such solution which is most suitable for urbanites.

(Source) Green Prophet

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Easy Living with the EasyBike from Israel

Let’s Go Green Cabs Opens in Britain

Brian Yalung — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:40:44 +0000

The turn towards eco-friendly transportation has taken a bright note with the launching of the first eco-friendly taxi cabs in Britain. Let’s Go Green Cabs has opened shop, unveiling a fleet of cabs that operate on electric engines that will carry people around town.

The shift towards electric vehicles has been so far focusing on the private sector but today, if people can take public transportation then perhaps it is a good investment in starting a business, providing electric-powered public transportation that is surely taking Britain by storm.

“Taxi firms are an area in which there has been no real concern for the environment taken on board,” said Mr Gorman.

“I happen to feel responsible business is important, so I’m thrilled at how this has taken off.

“Cutting greenhouse emissions is vital and we see that is so every day on the news in the form of melting polar ice-caps.”

(Source) Kentnews.co.uk

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Let’s Go Green Cabs Opens in Britain

Taiwan Should Try Electric Scooters

Brian Yalung — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 04:30:58 +0000

Taiwan can be seen as trying to resolve the fuel problem with their rampant turn towards the use of scooters but perhaps taking it up a notch by replacing them with the electric ones can really make them look eco-friendly.

Perhaps when they first thought of the scooter use, eco-friendliness was not yet that in talk as far as carbon emissions are concerned. But now, the reality is that aside from fuel, you have to address the pollution problem as well and when in Taiwan, you will notice that the atmosphere is different.

The shift towards lesser polluting scooters can indeed be helpful to their cause. They just have to realize that their air is not that safe at the moment if they continue with their current gas-powered scooters.

(Source) China Post

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Taiwan Should Try Electric Scooters

Solar Sailor Unveils Solar Powered Yachts

Brian Yalung — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 22:56:39 +0000

Everyone takes a trip via the sea at times and yachts have been known to be powered via the usual fuel engines that are contributing towards carbon emissions everyone is talking about as well. While many boats can turn to the usual natural wind power to navigate by sea, Solar Sailor has unveiled its solar powered contraptions that can help not only bring down carbon emissions but reduce the fuel consumption of sea lovers today.

Solar Sailor believe that by using solar and wind energy power, the fuel costs for yachts can be significantly lowered. They claim that it can be applied to a wide variety of marine vessels. They report that they currently have orders from ferry operators in Hong Kong and Shanghai, while the COSCO Shipping Group has taken the lead in researching energy savings and emission reductions by launching a research program exploring the use of Solarsailor’s technology on their fleets.

(Source) Synfo

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Solar Sailor Unveils Solar Powered Yachts

Faurecia Interiors for the Eco-Friendly Car

Brian Yalung — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 23:22:23 +0000

The proper way to go about economical gas consumption depends on the load of vehicles. The heavier the car is, the more power needed hence the need to step on the accelerator often. Normally, it would depend on the type of machine and interiors that a car has. But with this car seat design from Faurecia, it can certainly help a lot when it comes to trying to reduce the weight element that cars often have to consider for better and conservative gas mileage.

To get a taste of what Faurecia does, I will take you through the design of the seat you see pictured. In designing this seat, their greenest, Faurecia has replaced the traditional metal frame and foam-based seat with a molded, supportive back that uses innovative cushioning to reduce the thickness of the seat up to 50%. This design reduces the use of environmentally unfriendly materials like foam, but also frees up over 16 liters of space in the car.

(Source) Eco Geek

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Faurecia Interiors for the Eco-Friendly Car

New Antifouling System for Boats

Brian Yalung — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 21:23:15 +0000

Boats have their share of eco-friendly issues, particularly when it comes to fuel efficiency and repainting. These two are known to be eco-friendly hit factors considering today, fuel consumption is being eyed as an area that can be improved by covering particulars such as proper movement by using lesser fuel consumption brought about by the need to power boats by water.

One gadget that can help improve these is the new 2B electrical antifouling device from Bright Spark that can help do away with the developing growth of barnacles, mussels and other unwanted organic material.

(Source) Synfo.com

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New Antifouling System for Boats

Lohia Group Unravels New Electric Bikes

Brian Yalung — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:04:37 +0000

If there are electric vehicles, then there are electric bikes that are bound to be unveiled as well. Lohia Group did just that, unraveling two e-bikes powered by 250 Watt motor rechargeable battery that could also be charged with an inverter or generator.

“The highly-efficient bikes can go over 50 km per charge at a cost of only 10 paise a km. These easy-to-handle bikes have a maximum speed limit of 25 km an hour and no registration or licence or registration is required to drive them. High fuel prices and low maintenance cost are the main attractions that would boost sales of these eco-friendly bikes,”

(Source) The Hindu

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Lohia Group Unravels New Electric Bikes

Could This Be The Future Of Public Transport?

David Allen — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 17:37:57 +0000

It may look as if it comes from one of those sci-fi movies where the world has suffered some sort of major problem and all of sudden there is nothing, no fuel and no power. The bus if you can call it that is powered by pedals similar to that on bike.

It is doubtful if there will ever be a place for something like this as nobody would want to pay to simply cycle themselves to their destination, however having said that there is always going to be a place in society where people can keep fit and get to their destinations at the same time.

This transport has become known as the Busycle. It with carry up to fifteen people so it is good for a night out on the town and has been made from recycled materials.

Source [Eco Friend]

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Could This Be The Future Of Public Transport?

Higher Taxes for Diesel Cars Pushed

Brian Yalung — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 20:26:53 +0000

If you cannot really entice car owners to shy away from the usual diesel-guzzling cars, you may as well implement higher taxes to discourage consumers from getting them. It is a known fact that diesel is cheaper as far as fuel is concerned but the aftermath is really more on the health constraints to which fumes can be hazardous for people to breath in.

While most of the world hate tax hikes, this is an area that is certainly for a good cause. We are free to buy vehicles but the matter of selecting the proper one despite hard times has to be stomped down. So if they should become heftier, would it affect the demand for diesel-powered vehicles? For sure there will be a significant bearing in all of this as local governments really have to put a lid on the diesel issue.

The price of diesel vehicles is to become more expensive next year following revelations that the government has opted to push up the car tax on these cars by up to 26 percent, while unleaded cars will experience increases of no higher than ten percent.

(Source) Portugal News Online

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Higher Taxes for Diesel Cars Pushed

Recycled Bicycle Clips

David Allen — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 13:00:09 +0000

There is no doubt that using a bike to get to and from work has to be one of the greatest eco friendly ways of getting around. However, while using a bike there are some hazards around, one is the traffic the other is getting your trousers caught in the bikes chain. The only solution to this is the wearing of bicycle clips, but these are not very nice looking, until now. ECOutlet have come up with these bicycle clips that have been made from recycled inner tubes.

Specs:

Eco cycling accessories made from recycled bicycle inner tubes

Hand-made in-house at ECOutlet, all parts are transported by bicycle to the workshop where they are made

Priced at $6

Source [Eco Outlet]

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Recycled Bicycle Clips

Brace Yourself for the Eco-friendly BMW!

Brian Yalung — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 03:19:20 +0000

BMW is a familiar brand in the automotive industry. It combines class and elegance, making it an authentic vehicle to have. But in the same way like other car manufacturers such as Ford and Toyota have been coming out with eco-friendly cars, BMW is planning to come out with a version of its own.

“BMW is exploring a plan to build what a senior company official calls ‘a breakthrough green supercar’ by the end of 2012.” The car is “intended to showcase BMW’s Efficient Dynamics programme, combining fuel-saving technology such as direct injection, brake energy regeneration and stop-start,” while producing performance similar to “the Audi R8 and forthcoming Mercedes SLC.”

The only thing left now is what brand name it will carry. This is sure be another eye catcher especially for the car loving enthusiasts today.

(Source) US News

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Brace Yourself for the Eco-friendly BMW!

Solar Powered Yacht Sounds Cool

David Allen — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 20:37:07 +0000

The idea of sailing around the sun kissed islands of the pacific or med in a boat that requires hardly any diesel fuel, sounds like it would be expensive and you would be right.

The Island Pilot have put this amazing forty foot yacht that with the help if the solar panels and a little bit of assistance from the diesel engine will reach around thirteen knots. This craft as you can imagine comes with everything that is needed all for the stunning price of the $400,000.

Source [Largelife]

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Solar Powered Yacht Sounds Cool

“BAXIS” Take you Where you Want

Brian Yalung — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 20:05:26 +0000

Oil prices may be falling but that does not mean people should disregard the alternative transport solutions for global warming and pollution sake. For some countries, we see them as pedicabs or even perhaps as rickshaws. But for Wellington, there are christened as Baxis, a pedal-powered form of transportation that takes the design of modern pedicabs we have become familiar with.

Baxis, pedal-powered “pedicabs”, are operating during summer from the railway station to the Basin Reserve and all streets in between.

The low-slung, eco-friendly machines, resembling a modern version of a New Delhi rickshaw, were introduced last week.

(Source) Stuff.co.nz

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“BAXIS” Take you Where you Want

Blade Eco-friendly Exhaust Filters

Brian Yalung — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 21:01:06 +0000

For the car owners and gas guzzlers today, here is a piece of device that you may want to consider to help you get better exhaust and ventilation and it promises to cute your CO2 emission as well.

The rocket shaped Blade eco-friendly exhaust filters are sure to be good additions to your car, not only as an alternative towards car exhaust but also as a means to help bring your gasoline expense down. It may be a bit expensive at $200 but knowing the car enthusiasts today, such is a small price to pay for looking classy over other common cars with nothing to show.

The tests were carried out by EPA approved – and California Air Resources Board (CARB) licensed – labs, but not directly by either of those bodies themselves. This could, indeed, be snake oil, especially given the current climate of high gas prices and economic panic — it’s a perfect time to prey on the credulous.

(Source) Wired

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Blade Eco-friendly Exhaust Filters

Ride like an Insect on Wheels

Brian Yalung — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 05:10:01 +0000

We have seen much of the weirdest yet better concept cars possible and the Insecta is surely something that lives up to its name. From the looks of it, it does indeed look like a bug on wheels but the way it runs and how controls are held be an onboard computer is perhaps what makes it green.

It is flexible and is a great concept. However, it would be best to see if it can be improved and manufactured in such a way where people can really use it for everyday transportation purposes.

(Source) InventorSpot

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Ride like an Insect on Wheels

Eco-friendly Cars for the Speed Demons

Brian Yalung — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 20:01:16 +0000

One thing about car enthusiasts is that they want fast cars. Now that may sound contradicting since we know that the trend today is save as much as you can as far as fuel consumption is concerned. But for sure, there are people who can afford and such a hobby points them to the direction of fast cars such as the well-known Porsche.

But while that is a given, did you know that there are eco-friendly cars that can be equally fast but green as well? Take a look at this list:

1. Tzero by AC Propulstion

2. Roadster by Tesla Motors

3. Ultimate Aero EV by Shelby Supercars

4. Tango Electric Car

5. Wrighstpeed X1

(Source) Treehugger

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Ford Offers Eco-Driving

Brian Yalung — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:08:52 +0000

Ford knows what it takes to drive wiser and while many drivers today are expected to share their own versions, you have to take your hats off to the car manufacturing giant for offering eco-driving lessons for people to save on fuel and drive wisely.

The fuel consumption of cars is varied. But sometimes, it may depend on who is stepping on the gas pedal. We are all comfortable with a specific way of driving our cars but the proper way is always something that will be debatable.

Ford does its part in teaching drivers the eco way of driving and if you have the time, you may want to see what things you can improve on your driving to be a more fuel efficient driver.

EcoDriving, which Ford said it developed from German drivers’ education, combines many simple fuel-conserving tips with the type of instruction one normally receives in performance driving school. Ford offered a four-day trial course in Phoenix and got volunteers to improve their fuel economy by an average of 24 percent. It cut down the program to one afternoon to provide us a taste of how EcoDriving works.

(Source) Automobile Mag

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Londoners Launch E-Bikes

Brian Yalung — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 22:50:22 +0000

Today, being eco-friendly and conservative looms as two of the big issues we all have to address. For the commuter, getting places with the least cost has become a dilemma and while others would advise you to take public transportation perhaps we can take our cue from London which makes use of E-Bikes that run on battery to get places.

It may be likened to the standard electric car but if you are traveling all by your lonesome, save room and travel light with the E-Bike.

The bikes range in price from $1,400 to $3,300 for a scooter and $750 to $2,000 for a bike.

But the costs, Zaifman-Guslits said, are worth it because juicing up the bikes’ 412-volt batteries only costs about $30 a year.

(Source) The London Free Press

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Webasto Unveils BlueCool for Cooler Trucking

Brian Yalung — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 17:55:57 +0000

Truck drivers will always have their share of dealing with the weather changes and driving a large truck under the prickly heat will always be a discomfort. Add to the fact that they have to deal with the toxins and fumes from their usually diesel run trucks and you may be imperiling their overall health as well. But that was yesterday.

Today, an old technology claimed to be renewed is being offered by Webasto, a trucking company that makes equipment. The piece of equipment is called the BlueCool which helps circulate cooler temperature from the unit all the way to the bunk area.

When the truck is stopped, the driver turns on an air handler that circulates coolant around the ice and blows cold air from the unit into the bunk area of the cab. The fan and circulation pump use only 3.5 to 10 amps from the truck’s battery — which means there’s no danger of draining the battery, Webasto says.

(Source) CNN

You can see a video demo of this new technology here from CNN.

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Solekshaw Hits Eco-friendly and Employment Needs

Brian Yalung — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 14:33:10 +0000

Hitting two birds with one invention is perhaps what best generalizes New Delhi’s new brainchild. The Solekshaw, a solar-electric rickshaw designed for eco-friendly urban transport and likewise provide decent employment for the masses is definitely a project that will get the thumbs up.

Pollution in New Delhi is apparently increasing just like in most capitals of the world and turning to the eco-friendly Solekshaw is bound to help address the problem. Also, the unemployment rate is bound to dwindle as these new urban transport ideas are expected to be a hit.

According to its makers, the cost-effectiveness of Soleckshaw has been engineered by making the best of the most appropriate commercially available components. This also minimises the capital requirement for a mass manufacturing unit. Only the sub-assemblies like the differential drive, the hub motor with regenerative feature and the light weight solar panel need to be manufactured separately.

(Source) IT Examiner

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Nissan Unveils Electric Robot Car

Brian Yalung — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 18:26:56 +0000

While we are seeing a large flock of electric cars slowly being unveiled in the market, Nissan has added a bonus by providing safety sensors. With this feature, not only is Nissan Motors providing an alternative mode of transportation for our depleting gas resources, it is also addressing the problem of lowering the rate of accidents that have been occurring in certain countries today.

“Electric vehicles have wheels that can move at various angles and so with this technology installed, the possibility of quickly escaping a crash or avoiding an obstacle increases.” Unveiled at CEATEC, a technology conference in Tokyo, the BR23C currently resembles more robot than car. It measures less than a metre in height and length and moves on three wheels fuelled by a battery-powered electric motor.

(Source) Telegraph.co.uk

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India Introduces the Hyundai Sandro LPG

Brian Yalung — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 02:49:26 +0000

You may say that the unveiling of this compact car could not have come at a better time considering the much talked about issue on fuel consumption and search for alternative fuel. LPG has been known to help adhere towards the fuel demands and apparently Hyundai Motors India has taken another great step as it announced the launch of its small car, Hyundai Sandro.

Combining the vision of launching eco-friendly and alternative fuel using cars, the Hyundai Sandro is a product of these needs. It is indeed a welcome addition for the transportation needs that India truly requires.

“We have taken a conscious decision at Hyundai to make environment friendly cars… We had earlier introduced the CNG Santro and today we are launching the LPG version of our flagship brand Santro,” Hyundai Motor India Ltd Managing Director H S Lheem said.

The new version is priced between Rs. 3.5 lakh to Rs. 3.73 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) which is Rs .21500 more than its existing petrol only model. It will come with dual fuel mode with 1.1 litre eLRX engine. With its new version of small car in India, Hyundai addresses the rising demand of environmentally friendly cars from eco-conscious customers who are seeking car running on alternative fuels.

(Source) Cartrade India

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Sharing a Company Car for Wiser Business

Brian Yalung — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 18:40:29 +0000

This is perhaps one of the oldest and practiced means of business by companies who are on the start-up stages. While most companies acknowledge the need for providing transportation for their employees (particularly the sales and marketing people). But rather than give them one car each, why not a shared vehicle?

Normally, you would hear them complain, each preferring to have their own car for their own luxury and time management concerns. But considering that businesses today have to wise up, such a scheme of sharing company vehicles would not hurt. Besides, it’s the management’s call and they really cannot do anything about it once it has been passed.

Karo Group’s decision to purchase a shared, fuel-efficient vehicle for employee use contributes to a greener planet, benefits employees and makes good business sense. Karo’s offices in both Vancouver and Calgary offer employees use of a Smart car that also acts as a mobile banner for Karo.

(Source) The Vancouver Sun

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Gasohol Offered in Vietnam

Brian Yalung — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 16:43:17 +0000

The timing could not have been better as far as providing alternative solutions to the oil requirements. We all know for a fact that fuel prices are dipping ($91 and falling the last I heard) but this does not mean that the search for alternative fuel should be stopped. In fact, the more alternative fuel that is available then the better it is for the market. For Vietnam, combining Ethanol and Petrol seems to be working for them as this is being distributed named Gasohol E5 by Hanoi.

PV Oil, a PetroVietnam subsidiary, announced on Monday that Gasohol E5 will be provided on a pilot basis in the districts of Dong Da and Cau Giay at VND16,500 ($1) per liter – VND500 and VND1,000 cheaper than A92 and A95 petrol respectively.

Gasohol E5, which is five percent ethanol and 95 percent gasoline, is produced by the PetroVietnam Biofuel Joint Stock Co., an affiliate of PV Oil. This fuel is cost-effective, eco-friendly and safe for engines, PV Oil says.

(Source) Vietnam Net

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Old Bus Rolls Out the Eco-Friendly Way

Brian Yalung — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 01:33:41 +0000

No one would perhaps consider the idea of modifying and transforming an old school bus and turning into something devoted to eco-friendliness. For one, not many people would go to the trouble of dedicating their time in going with the flow of the proper way to capitalize what global warming is all about. All except for one and his name is musician Chris Merkley who transformed an old school bus into a virtual eco-friendly tour bus.

“I did a lot of research up front to get a general idea of what would go into the bus and then I’ve been narrowing in on more specific topics as I get there, like with the insulation, studied up on heat transfer and everything associated with that just to try to understand the science of it before deciding what products would be best for it,”

(Source) News 10

Not many people would go through the trouble of following the eco-friendly way of living but for Merkley, it seems that is has become an obsession paired with making a statement that going eco-friendly can indeed be a reality if we want it to be.

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Take The Magic Wheel to the Office

Brian Yalung — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 11:48:00 +0000

The Magic Wheel

We are in an age where being eco-friendly also includes that of looking for conservative yet healthy ways to get to the office. Apparently, there have been wild ideas outside the usual public transportation that is being groomed today. While crazy as it may seem, here is a modern yet logical way of going to the office. It is the Magic Wheel, which promises to give you a smooth ride to the office.

The machine consists of one large 26-inch wheel and a smaller, stabilising wheel behind, and can take riders weighing up to 19 stone. It is a sort of modified bicycle without a saddle or handlebars. The rider has to place one foot on a platform on one side of the wheel and push himself using the other foot in a scooter-like fashion. After attaining momentum, riders can easily bring the pushing foot up with the other foot.

(Source) One India

The Magic Wheel is now being distributed in the UK but as far as its creator, Soma Ungar is concerned, it may only be a matter of time before we see this concept spread throughout other parts of the world.

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Michellin Provides More Miles with Latitude Tour Tires

Brian Yalung — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 20:23:51 +0000

Burning rubber is something that is being hit these days especially when it comes to the rubber used in producing tires. In the process, such an issue is typified at the quality and how long tires last. Michellin Tires for its part has started producing Latitude Tour Tires to provide a longer lasting use as well as making sure that fuel efficiency is solicited from smoother driving.

“Designing a tire to match the unique characteristics of a crossover vehicle was a welcomed challenge,” said John M. Soule, light-truck brand category manager, Michelin Americas Small Tires. “Many people buy these vehicles because they are typically more fuel efficient and comfortable than an SUV, yet they still demand truck-like strength and versatility. The Latitude Tour tire compliments these features perfectly and also adds fuel-efficiency benefits and class-leading performance in other key areas, including tread life.”

(Source) Auto Channel

If you are planning to buy a new set of tires, check out the Latitude Tour Tires of Michellin. It may be more logical to buy these days.

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Check Out the Eco-Friendly Ice Car

Brian Yalung — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 22:34:53 +0000

Just when you thought everyone had given up hope as far as setting foot on the Antarctic regions, some groups have come up with an eco-friendly vehicle that can assist explorers of the icy regions. This eco-friendly ice car is said to run on biofuel and that there are no worries about it starting in the cold either – it works at temperatures as low as -72ºC (-98ºF).

While this may seem like a good vehicle to use, I guess the best question that should be answered for now is on whether anyone would have interest to explore Antarctica at this point. Further, would this eco-friendly ice car have anything to go on considering that the ice caps are melting and getting smaller.

(Source) Metro

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Mazda Unveils Kazamai Concept Car

Brian Yalung — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 21:08:41 +0000

Lighter is fuel-efficient as far as the car manufacturers of the soon to be unveiled Mazda Kazamai are concerned. Made up largely of plastic finish from the exteriors all the way to the engine compartment, the concept car from Mazda provides a glimpse of the future cars that will be offered in the market.

With its lightweight and aerodynamic concept, a 30% improvement in fuel consumption is expected once this car begins manufacturing. The target date is 2011 so watch out for it!

The Kazamai features plastic bumpers, panels and engine cover, as well as aluminium and aluminium alloys for its bonnet, chassis and engine block. It’s 100kg lighter than a comparable current-production model like the Kuga.

The Kazamai is fitted with a next-generation version of the 2.0-litre petrol engine as used in the CX-7, with variable valve control, new combustion control system and new catalytic converter, and improved thermal efficiency, as well as the next-generation six-speed automatic gearbox.

(Source) Channel 4

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Panasonic Unveils the Vivi RX-10S Bike

Brian Yalung — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 16:30:18 +0000

Panasonic Vivi RX-10S Bike

Here is another bike you should watch out for. Through the months, we have brought to you various bike concepts each having its own advantage as far as eco-friendly and healthy travel is concerned. While the Panasonic Vivi RX-10S bike has almost the same features, its key feature is the dynamo on the front wheel which is connected to a rechargeable battery by the rear wheel.

So if you are going downhill, you can recharge the batteries through a freewheeling downhill motion which may eventually power the bike later on if you get tired pedaling.

“In principle, the idea is simple. When the bicycle is at the top of a hill, that is potential energy, and when it is moving downwards we have kinetic energy. Normally that kinetic energy is converted into heat from the friction of the brakes, but in this case it is used to power the battery,” said Peter Hall, professor of chemical engineering at Strathclyde University.

(Source) One India

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Car Models above 1990 Can Use Alternative Fuel

Brian Yalung — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 15:12:21 +0000

Drive up to the nearest gasoline station these days and you will see the gasoline choices that you can fill in your car’s gas tank. But among these choices, most car owners will always go for the premium gasoline since it is safer for cars.

Since years back we have noted that if you don’t know what fuel to put in your car, your engine may result in the knocking sound or more commonly know as busted engines that may need to be overhauled. This was the case if you don’t use the proper fuel for your car and that is why most people have avoided using regular unleaded gasoline. But today, if your car is manufactured above 1990, you are safe and can use these alternative unleaded fuels that cost less.

While using gasoline that carried a lower octane rating than the engine required was once a sure path to disaster, that is no longer the case. Nearly all automobiles sold in the United States since the 1990s will happily run on regular-grade 87-octane gasoline without causing engine damage, a benefit of the electronic controls that now manage all engine functions.

The octane number posted on the pump is a measure of a gasoline blend’s resistance to a condition called knocking. The knocking sound — a rattling noise made by an engine under load, familiar to drivers of older cars — is a result of out-of-control combustion, the mixture of air and fuel burning erratically. The explosion rings the metal of the engine block like a bell.

(Source) The New York Times

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2010 Honda Hybrid Revealed

Brian Yalung — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 18:29:09 +0000

In the car industry, when one company launches a new model, expect their nearest rival to come up with their own. While the Toyota Prius is having its share of attention for being hybrid, Honda Motors surely came up with a counterpoint.

Feelers buzz that Honda is set to unveil its “Toyota Prius Killer” and this is now confirmed with the 2010 Honda Hybrid. This new green car that Honda is planning to launch is seen as a replacement line for their discontinued Insight model or perhaps the Hybrid Civic.

Although the car is heavily camouflaged, you can see the basic overall design that mimics Toyota’s popular hybrid and is heavily influenced by the shape of the company’s FCX Clarity fuel-cell concept that appeared at the last Tokyo Motor Show.

(Source) Yahoo Autos

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Mass Transit to Ease Oil Price in the Philippines

Brian Yalung — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 23:07:45 +0000

In a country where traffic has always been a problem, the good thing about the continued increase of oil in the Philippines is perhaps private and public vehicles which used to throng the streets would rather stay at home or walk. Now that resolves one issue but poses another big problem for people who have to get to places such as the office.

Mass transit has been the alternative the Filipinos use and apparently the issue at hand now is on accommodation. For sure with the large population that the has right now, the current mass transit structures are insufficient to handle them all.

So while they are at it, applying an eco-friendly touch certainly seems to be a good way to improve the transport issue as well as the growing concern for green living in one of Asia’s premier spots.

“Mass transit will not only address the problem of high fares it will also result in the decongestion of traffic and clean air because the trains will be running on electric power,” Mamondong stressed.

(Source) Gulf News

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Toyota Focusing on Hybrid Vehicle Manufacturing

Brian Yalung — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 16:40:54 +0000

In a business aspect, expect the car manufacturing sector to exhaust all means to provide new vehicle choices in the market. We have heard from companies such as Ford and Toyota already introducing and sending feelers that there are new models in the horizon and do not be surprised if you see most people wanting to buy one for their own.

This is not to say that the modern day cars will go extinct or be gotten rid of. People are just looking for an alternative car to help accommodate their daily needs. But in instances such as perhaps short driving or even going to the Sunday mass, expect them to use their old vehicle. In short, people are just looking for hybrid cars to help bring down cost but not really to make it their typical family and everyday car.

But just the same Toyota, long known to be the best solution for these economical choices has its crew and production on the way.

Andrew Kirby, Toyota SA’s senior vice-president in charge of sales and marketing, said it would launch the Lexus GS 450H hybrid medium-sized luxury sedan and the Lexus RX 400H hybrid sports utility vehicle in the fourth quarter of this year.

Kirby said two duties were applicable to vehicle imports: a motor industry development programme (MIDP) import duty and a financial ad valorem duty. Toyota SA would reapply to the government for relief from the MIDP duty, which increased the retail price by as much as R50 000 per car.

(Source) Business Report

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