transportation

How to incorporate sustainability into personal transportation

Environmental concerns are increasing and there are good reasons. Climates are changing globally. It’s getting hotter and seasons aren’t the same as they once were. Consumers need to consider their energy usage habits. How transportation affects the environment is a major issue. Increased sustainability is particularly important, particularly for drivers. Here’s how sustainable transportation can be incorporated into daily life, from buying groceries to driving to work: Consider Walking or Biking There are many health benefits to cycle commuting. Many cities have cycling lanes with safety-oriented laws. Not all cities have designated road lanes for cyclists, but it’s important to know the infrastructure of the city in which you live to select proper road cycling routes. The same knowledge is

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Lyft offers one-day tip bonus to drivers, debuts sweet film

About a year ago, I used the Lyft platform for the first time on a business trip to Long Beach. I relied on the service five times in three days, including on two occasions in which the drivers told me they’d left their jobs to take care of their aging fathers. They’d become Lyft drivers part-time while becoming full-time caregivers. One driver said his father was on the mend, but he preferred driving the Lyft rather than returning to his corporate job. The other driver said his father had died, but he remained a Lyft and Uber driver because he also preferred the employment flexibility his former corporate job didn’t offer. I’ve now used Lyft about a dozen times, including

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Sears goes Green with electric charging system for Chevy Volt, Nissan Leaf

For more than a century, Sears has built its brand recognition on its appliances and tools. Now the iconic retailer is entering the green car business in a joint arrangement with Evatran to offer consumers reliable installation of Plugless Power electric vehicle charging systems. Plugless power systems recharge electric vehicles (EVs) as quickly as traditional corded options and require the same electrical installation inside a customer's home. Product offerings will initially focus on Chevrolet Volt and Nissan Leaf models but will quickly expand to include additional electric vehicles. Installation will be offered with the sale of each Plugless Power system and priced based on the customer's home and current electrical service. Sears will also offer commercial installation for electric vehicle

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