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Gas-Saving Tips for Trying Times
Brought to you by ASE - National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence
Every day seems to bring higher prices at the gas pump. Some commuters are sharing rides, others are taking public transportation. But if you are like countless others, you ...more
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Wheel Action: May is National Bike Month
Despite what recent chilly temperatures (at least in LA) may be telling us, spring really is on its way! This is the start of National Bike Month so we thought we’d bring you some new bikes and cycling accessories to get you and your family ready ...more
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Ford's Recycling Carpet - Into Engine Parts!
The green news from Ford just keeps on rolling in, and I just had to share this one with you. Ford's been using a material called EcoLon®, a nylon resin, in its cylinder head covers. What's so special about that? Well, EcoLon® is made from 100% r...more
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Drive a Little Greener with G-Oil
As the month of April approaches, and with it Earth Day, the focus of the Blog begins to shift to the green side of the spectrum. We'll be featuring lots of eco-friendly products and tips in the coming 30 days or so, and the first of those is Green Ear...more
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EarthGarage: Fuel Economy - There's An App For That.
This month's featured article from our friends at EarthGarage.com is all about apps - apps that allow your iPhone or Andriod smartphone to calculate your gas mileage for you. It's just another way that our mobile devices are connecting us more than eve...more
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Me & Goji delivers a healthy breakfast option
Crunchy. Crispy. Chewy. Healthy?
With nine base cereals offered and over fifty “enhancers” everyone is sure to find a tasty combination of Me & Goji custom artisanal cereal. My creation, the “Mighty Mango” (don’t ask me why I picked that name) ...more
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EarthGarage: 62 MPG by 2025?
Is it possible that we could see mileages as impressive as 62 mpg in as little as 14 years? According to the green-minded gang (and frequent askpatty.com contributors) at earthgarage.com, it's entirely possible. Here's the scoop:
You may not know this...more
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Hankook Tire "Be Safe.. Air ‘Em UP" Campaign Launches
Millions of U.S. drivers fail to maintain proper tire pressure, which is not only a safety risk but also wastes gas and money. According to a study by the Rubber Manufacturers Association, 55% of vehicles on the road today have at least one underinflated...more
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Happy America Recycles Day!
November 15, 2010 is "America Recycles Day," the only nationally recognized day dedicated to the promotion of recycling programs in the United States. One way Americans can make a huge impact on the environment is by incorporating recycling into their...more
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The latest in cycling trends
According to Trend Central, the bike community is continuing to innovate and thrive. Here are some of the latest happenings in the cycling world.
Rolling Orange: They may not be world champions of soccer, but the Dutch are still an authority on bikes...more
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Back in Black to battle breast cancer
When you think about southern California, Los Angeles is probably first in mind. Along with the city of Angels you may think of Disneyland, the Salton Sea in Imperial Valley, The Oceanside Pier, the summits of the San Gabriel Mountains, the Colorado and M...more
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BP crisis: Oil & Water Don’t Mix tees benefit Surfrider
With the BP oil spill now going on for more than two months and estimates of 140 million gallons leaked, this will now become the worst oil spill in the Gulf Coast’s history — surpassing the 1970-1980 Ixtoc I spill of 139 million gallons. The disast...more
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Wheel Action: May is National Bike Month
Despite what recent chilly temperatures (at least in LA) may be telling us, spring really is on its way! This is the start of National Bike Month so we thought we’d bring you some new bikes and cycling accessories to get you and your family ready ...more
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Celebrating Earth Day: Celebrities, Authors & Supporters
It seems celebrities support everything nowadays, from classy New York restaurant openings to their hometown baseball teams. But perhaps the most significant celebrity-approved concept is the green movement.
After all, the staggering facts regarding glob...more
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