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Ford’s C-MAX Energi Matches Fuel Efficiency With Performance
Ford Motor’s C-MAX Energi is a huge step forward for PHEVs--and Detroit-with its impressive performance and miles per gallon equivalent.
The Flying Yugosphere
A full-scale revolution is taking place in the former Yugoslav skies. National airlines are constantly in the red and low cost flights are expanding. How can the crisis be counteracted? Some look to the emirs, some are planning to establish a regional carrier.
Hertz Ramps Up Tire Recycling, Promises Zero Tires to Landfills
This week Hertz announced a new program that will boost tire recycling to 160,000 tires annually.
New Ford Plug-In Scores California Carpool Lane Approval
This week Ford Motor’s C-MAX Energi scored approval for the Golden State’s Green Clean Air Vehicle Sticker under the Clean Vehicle Rebate Program.
7 Reasons Why Electric Cars Drive a Green Future
Electric cars might not be on our roads in massive numbers yet but that doesn't mean there aren't reasons why they should be.
GM Moves Closer to Zero-Waste Goals as Recycling Generates $1bn Annually
GM recently announced that it is ramping up its zero waste goals and now generates $1 billion a year from the reuse and recycling of its byproducts.
Belgrade: BusPlus Terror
A few months ago, Belgrade introduced the BusPlus system, which was supposed to revolutionize the city's public transport. But technological innovations have only masked the inefficiency and poor state of public transport. And violence against those who do not pay the ticket is increasing.
How Bicycling Creates Economic Impact: A Tale of Two Cities
Two studies from Portland and New York City reveal bicyclists spend more than their peers who arrive at the same neighborhoods via car or public transport.
Rail Transport in Macedonia Soon to Be Greener, More Efficient
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) will loan up to $64 million to Macedonia so that the country can invest in more modern trains.
Global Shipping Takes Massive Step Towards Energy Efficiency
Today three large multinationals have agreed to charter only vessels in the shipping industry that have the highest rates of energy efficiency.
Ryder Markets Progress on Fuel Efficiency in Latest Sustainability Report
Ryder, the Fortune 500 transportation services giant that generated over $6 billion in revenues last year, recently issued its third sustainability report.
Demand For Bioplastics Creates Strange Industry Bedfellows
The demand for bioplastics creates odd bedfellows, as in today's announcement that Ford and Weyerhaeuser will collaborate on developing new car parts.