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Pre-Owned Cars Get Green Makeovers at Evcarco

Lifestyle Transportation
Published November 16, 2009 at 1:46 pm No Comments

Evcarco is making it easy to drive green, whether you’re searching for an eco-friendly preowned car or in the market for the sleek and exotic, near-zero emissions Scorpion.  Evcarco dealerships will soon be open across the nation with a selection of preowned hybrids, electric vehicles, and upgraded traditional cars in addition to the luxury hydrogen
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Southwest Greens Travel with Eco-Friendlier Plane

Lifestyle Transportation
Published November 1, 2009 at 1:00 pm No Comments

Air travel has gained a reputation of being an environmentally detrimental method of transportation, guzzling petroleum-based fuels and emitting an array of harmful gases into the atmosphere.  While solar planes and biomass jet fuel may still be wishful thinking, a number of airlines are taking initiative and doing their part to minimize the impact of
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Are You Ready to Tango? Meet the Eco-Car of Tomorrow

Lifestyle Transportation
Published October 21, 2009 at 2:36 pm No Comments

Sleek and fast, with the ability to travel up to 200 miles on a single charge, the electric hybrid Tango is leading the way when it comes to eco-friendly transport.  With power that rivals that of a Viper, and speed that leaves a Cobra far behind, the Tango boasts the size and maneuverability of a motorcycle with
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Arrive in Style with an Eco-Friendly Chauffeur Service

Lifestyle Transportation
Published October 7, 2009 at 12:31 pm No Comments

Whether you’re due to arrive at an exciting party or you’re spending the night on the town – luxury and environmental concern go hand in hand with these eco-friendly chauffeur services!
OZOcar
Jordan Harris, a co-owner of OZOcar, originally got the idea for a fleet of stylish and more environmentally friendly vehicles in 2002.
He launched ‘Green Car
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Hybrid Luxury

Lifestyle Transportation
Published September 24, 2009 at 12:35 pm No Comments

Driving with luxury, style, and fuel efficiency has never been so easy. While the Toyota Prius has long been the standard for hybrid vehicles, it is no longer the only ride in town. The Lexus HS 250h, their hybrid sedan, combines the best of hybrid fuel efficiency and luxurious comfort.
Features
While many new vehicles
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Riding the Wave to the Waves

Lifestyle Transportation
Published August 29, 2009 at 4:01 am No Comments

Like to surf? Don’t like to fight the traffic, increase your carbon output, or get into your car to get to the beach? Fall down the last time you tried to balance your board on your bike? Here’s an answer that’s not only environmentally friendly, but design sharp. The Surf is a new bicycle designed
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BMW Eco-Credit Makes Green Luxury More Affordable

Finance Lifestyle Transportation
Published July 26, 2009 at 1:58 pm 1 Comment

Diesel luxury driving is seeing a new eco side that is improving fuel efficiency while minimizing emissions.  The sleek and powerful Mercedes BlueTEC series has given SUV lovers a sense of green hope.  Now BMW is joining the ranks with the diesel sipping, ultra clean 3-series – and a $4,500 eco credit brings affordability into the picture
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Code-X Hybrid Luxury Yacht: Renewable Energy; Extreme Power

Lifestyle Transportation
Published June 21, 2009 at 2:00 pm No Comments

Until recently, a green lifestyle didn’t include many options for boating or water recreation.  Now we have solar-powered and electric watercraft, like those available from Buffalo Solar Boats, and the new emissions-free electric jetski that should be on the market by next year.  But for true luxury, as well as extreme power, Code-X has combined
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Exotic Transport Gets Greener – Lamborghini, Ferrari Go Hybrid

Lifestyle Transportation
Published June 11, 2009 at 2:00 pm No Comments

After gaining the rank of the least fuel efficient 2-seater on the market, Lamborghini is making headway toward a more eco-friendly sports car.  Exotic rival, Ferrari is also planning a new hybrid drivetrain that promises better efficiency, lower emissions, and the company’s primary goal – better performance.
What’s in Store for the Green Lamborghini?

The newest model of the
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First Electric Jet Ski Set to Make Waves by 2010

Leisure Lifestyle Transportation
Published June 1, 2009 at 12:00 pm No Comments

The first completely electric-powered jet ski will soon allow water lovers to ‘ride where no one else can’. EcoWatercraft, founded by Barrett Taylor, has already developed and tested a working prototype of the electric jet ski and plans to have it ready for delivery in the US by next year.

Who is EcoWatercraft?

Not only the first
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