Green Driving Tips (Part 2)

• 5. Time to trade in for a more efficient car? If you're really serious about driving greener, you can get a more fuel-efficient car. Like switching from a large SUV like the Chevrolet Tahoe, which has an EPA-estimated combined gas mileage of 16 mpg, to a small car like the Honda Fit, which has an EPA-estimated combined gas mileage of 30 mpg. You can also go much greener and consider getting a gas-electric hybrid car. The Toyota Prius has an EPA-estimated combined gas mileage of 46 mpg. That means switching from the Tahoe to the Prius could save you nearly six gallons of gas per week.
• 6. Car-Pooling If you really want to cut down on your fuel usage, car-pooling is a great way to do it. When two (or more) people buddy up and ride together, the number of cars on the road drops and gas is saved. It's that simple. If you’re interested in car-pooling with other students, log on to www.alternetrides.com.
• 7. Another One Rides the Bus If two people car-pooling removes one car from the road, the benefits are even greater when 30 people ride a bus and eliminate all their cars from the streets. Not only does mass transit ease congestion, it reduces pollution. It also encourages green development. Visit www.rtcwashoe.com for more information on public transportation.