Blog Action Day Is Here!

Today is Blog Action Day! So what have you done? Yes, Blog Action Day, but why confine the action to just the internet? We need to make simple changes in our life before our world is engulfed in global warming. So, get off the computer, and follow one of our daily tips. Change a light bulb, turn off the lights, just do something! So how will you spend your Action Day? Leave your thoughts in the comments.

*SPECIAL BLOG ACTION DAY EDTION* Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - October 15th 2007

Here is October 15th, 2007 (Blog Action Day) Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Eat Fruits And Vegetables In Season

"Eat fruits and vegetables in season: they are better quality and healthier, and their cultivation has a minimum impact on the environment."

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - October 14th 2007

Here is October 14th, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Recycle Old Tires

"It takes seven gallons of crude oil to produce one new car tire. Buy your new tires from dealers who take part in tire collection programs and avoid those that do not."

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - October 13th 2007

Here is October 13th, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Print On Both Sides Of The Paper

"Thanks to technological innovation, photocopier and fax machine manufacturers no offer machines that can handle all types of recycled paper, and print on both sides. Urge your employer to invest in these; the money saved on paper will be substantial."

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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UK To Install 250 New Public Charging Stations

Unfortunately, The Cars Above Cannot Be Purchased Today

The United Kingdom will be getting more electric car friendly soon, will the availability of 250 new public charging stations by next Spring. Electricity producer EDF is teaming up with manufacturer Elektromotive to install charing stations in London, Brighton, and Sheffield. Fees will be determined by local governments.

You may be wondering, why install new stations when there is a lack of electric cars? Well like us here in the U.S., no major automaker has an electric car available in England right now, but smaller companies such as Reva, have smaller electric cars that cannot be purchased in the U.S., but in England.

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Chinese Auto Maker To Possibly Make All Electric Sedan

Chinese auto maker BYD is possibly planning to build a fully electric car. They recently announced that they will produce a hybrid, and now possibly a fully electric car. The company is also saying to have made it's own batteries out of iron. As you can see, details are scarce, but BYD will have a spot at the Detroit Auto Show in January, giving us an opportunity to find out more.

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - October 12th 2007

Here is October 12th, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Use The Sleeper Timer

"Televisions and stereos often have sleep timers, which allow the appliance to shut off after a given amount of time. If you normally fall asleep watching television or listening to music, use the timer to avoid wasting the energy of the appliance running all night."

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - October 11th 2007

Here is October 11th, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Invest In Socially Responsible Companies

"Reward companies that acknowledge that societal inequalities can be alleviated by their actions- invest in socially responsible companies."

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - October 10th 2007

Here is October 10th, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Say "No" To Disposable Diapers

"Choose the economical diaper: cover your baby's bottom in a cloth diaper."

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Blog Action Day!

The Above Picture Is Not A Link To The Blog Action Day Site

The annual Blog Action Day is coming up on October 15! Because Electric Cars Now! is still a new blog, we have not yet participated but we are more than happy to this year! In fact we have already signed up! So, what is this year's theme? The answer is...the environment (Perfect because it goes with the theme of this blog). What exactly is Blog Action Day? Blog Action Day is when thousands of blogs post at least one post on the same topic on the same day. How do you participate in Blog Action Day! Its easy! If you already publish to a blog or website, click here to sign your blog up. If you don't have a major voice on the internet, don't worry! We have 2 solutions for you.

1. Post a comment to one of our posts! Anyone can read them, so your voice is heard.
2. Email us your ideas about the environment, global warming, or electric cars. On October 15 we will compile all the thoughts we receive to one post. Don't forget to include your name so everyone will know who said it. Email us at electriccarsnow@yahoo.com or fill our the feedback form on the Feedback page.

So come October 15, I encourage everyone to take a stand on the environment, whether it be in a big or a small way.

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - October 9th 2007

Here is October 9th, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Find Out What Happens To Your Wastewater

"Once it is dirty, water vanishes down the drain. Where does it go? Find out where your wastewater goes, how your local treatment plant works, and what happens to the sediment it produces. Let your vision of water see beyond the drain's vanishing act."

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - October 8th 2007

Here is October 8th, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Use Reusable Shopping Bags

"Bring reusable bags when you visit the supermarket, and rediscover your trusty of shopping bags, baskets and boxes. Keep bags on a hook by the front door so you can grab them on your way out to the store."

Extra Hint Not In Book: My local Ralphs supermarket (Parent company Kroger) gives 5¢ off your total for every reusable bay you bring in! Try asking your local supermarket, maybe they do the same!

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - October 7th 2007

Here is October 7th, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Support The Requirements Of The Basel Convention

"The Basel Convention standard, which came not effect in 1992, provides an effective legal frame-word for controlling and reducing cross-border movements of dangerous waste. The United States is the only developed country in the world that fails to control or prohibit toxic waste trade, and has not ratified the Basel Convention. Lean about the hazardous waste trade and what you can do to prevent it."

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Sam's Club Has Your Electric Car!

I personally have never been to any Wal-Mart owned store (like Sam's Club), believe it or not, I would much rather go to Target, but I might have to stop by a Sam's Club just once. They are offering a once in a lifetime experience. So, by now you are thinking, how does Sam's Club offer such an amazing experience. Well, they can do so for just $35,000. For the $35,000 you can get:

2007 Hybrid Technologies Lithium Powered smart fortwo.

Travel to and from Orlando, Florida.

Ground transportation to the “Space Cost”.

Five nights at La Cita Golf and Country Club.

Golf and resort privileges.

A trip to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center as a VIP Guest of the Visitor Complex.

VIP viewing opportunity for a Space Shuttle launch.

Private, guided tour of Kennedy Space Center.

Take part in the Astronaut Training ExperienceSM with a former astronaut.

Buckle into the Shuttle Launch Experience and learn how NASA brings technology down to Earth.

Travel Dates: February 13, 2008 returning February 18, 2008

The package goes on sale November 8. Complete information is on the Sam's Club Page. I would LOVE, to be the first in line to buy this, if only I had an extra $35,000.....

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - October 6th 2007

Here is October 6th, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Do Not Use Aerosol Air Fresheners

"Even without considering CRCs, air fresheners in aerosol cans are toxic, flammable, and produce waste. Replace them with potpourris, essential diffusers, candles, incense, fragrant plants (for example, citronella or honeysuckle), citrus fruit peels, or oranges studded with cloves."

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Nissan Goes In A Different Direction....

Nissan Pivo 2

The car you see above is the Nissan Pivo 2, the second generation of the Pivo which was first shown two years ago. Similar to the original Pivo, there is no reverse gear. How could this be? Well the cabin rotates, meaning that to leave a parking space in a lot, you simply have to rotate the cabin and drive forward. It will be shown in Tokyo next week.

Volkswagen Up!

Volkswagen Up!

Volkswagen unveiled its up! mini car at the Frankfurt Motor Show last month. Later at the Tokyo Auto Show, they will show a small five-door mini-van like vehicle based on the up!. And in November right here in Los Angeles, we shall see a plug-in version of the up! The up!, which is only 11.3 feet long, and has low carbon emissions for the non electric model. It is unclear if it will be an all electric or a plug-in hybrid.

Rumor Control: Chevy Volt To Become A Cadillac?

During the GM and UAW strike, Todd Lassa of the Motor Trend Blog looked at some leaked GM information. This information covered information such as which cars will be built where, and models, etc. While many cars of the list had a brand name (i.e. Chevy, Saturn), the Volt did not. It was listed as Global Delta Volt.

What could this mean? Does the Volt cause too much to be a Chevy and therefore is being moved up to a Cadillac where GM can charge more for the car? Unlikely because Bob Lutz (GM Representative) has said that the Volt will be under $30,000 and marketing has shown it as a Chevy, at least in the United States it should be.

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - October 5th 2007

Here is October 5th, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Buy Recycled Paper

"Choose paper, box files, folders, envelopes, cards, toilet paper, and paper towels made from recycled paper and cardboard."

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - October 4th 2007

Here is October 4th, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Report Any Unusual Pollution

"If you notice an instance of freshwater pollution, such as froth, a brown trail, or the smell of sewage, alert your regional or town water authority. If you notice pollution, such as waste or oil, while at the beach, notify a city or town official at once."

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - October 3rd 2007

Here is October 3rd, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Reject Junk Mail To Reduce The Volume Of Waste

"When dealing with a company or an organization that knows your address, always tell them to keep your address private. This will prevent them from selling it to other organizations. Contact the Direct Marketing Association, and declare that you do not want unsolicited mail from their member companies"

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - October 2nd 2007

Here is October 2nd, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Consider Car-Sharing Programs

"In cities, more than 80% of cars carry just one person, and almost a third of all fuel is burned standing still in traffic. Consider car sharing with your neighbors or coworkers: you will reduce fuel consumption and wear on your car, you will take up less road space, and you will help combat global warming."

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - October 1st 2007

Here is October 1st, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Have Your Windows Fitted With Double-Glazed Panes

"To reduce your consumption of energy for heating and the polluting emissions thus produced, consider fitting windows with double-glazed panes, which insulates against heat loss (and against noise). For a minimal up-front cost, you can fit window film to your panes. And remember to close the curtains at night"

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - September 30th 2007

Here is September 30th, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Switch Off The Iron When There Is Just One Garment Left To DO

"All the small habitual changes we make to our energy consumption collectively will make a difference to the planet. At home, unplug the iron when only one or tow garments remain to be ironed: residual hear will be enough to do the job."

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - September 29th 2007

Here is September 29th, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Evaluate Your Eco Labels And Buy According

"Don't be a lazy consumer. Study product labels and do your homework! Both you and the environment will be rewarded."

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Order Your New Three Wheeled Vehicle

The Aptera, pictured above, is an electric vehicle. It can be purchased as a plug-in hybrid and get over 300 m.p.g. Or, it is also made as an all electric vehicle and gets a 120 mile range. Both models will sell for under $30,000 each.

The three wheeled Aptera is classified as a motorcycle in most states, and weighs under 850 pounds. It also has a solar powered air conditioner. Orders are now being accepted.

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - September 28th 2007

Here is September 28th, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Recycle Magazines And Newspapers

"Do not contribute to this cycle: recycle used paper and cardboard. It will be used to make new paper and cardboard, as well as egg cartons, packaging, tissues, paper napkins and tablecloths, and toilet paper. As for your recently bought catalogues and magazines, before putting them in the recycling, offer them to the waiting room of your local laundromat, dentist or hair dresser, where they will be read again and again."

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - September 27th 2007

Here is September 27th, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Use Your Vote

"Do not forget that you also cast votes several times each day by what you buy, and by your choices as a consumer. These choices influence, sometimes even more than elections do, means of production and the way the economy is organized, and they contribute to the way in which society develops."

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - September 26th 2007

Here is September 26th, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Ask Your Local Fish Dealer About The Fish He Offers

"Ask your fish dealer where his stock comes from , and about the problem of over-fishing."

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - September 25th 2007

Here is September 25th, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Influence Your Condominium Association

"Every measure that is voted on can contribute to preserving the planet's natural resources, limiting pollution, and reducing water use. In meetings, speak out in defense of environmental measures, such as environmentally friendly heating, sorting of waste, low consumption lighting in common areas, creation of green spaces or shared gardens, maintenance of the plumbing system. And help your fellow members to become aware of these issues."

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - September 24th 2007

Here is September 24th, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Recycle Plastic

"At home, in the office, or when traveling, be sure to recycle plastic beverage bottles. Encourage your office to start a recycling program if it doesn't have one. Recycling a single plastic bottle saves enough energy to keep a 60 watt bulb lit for 6 hours."

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - September 23rd 2007

Here is September 23rd, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Choose Household Appliances That Use Less Water

"If you are planning to replace your household washing appliances, allow your choice to be guided by the amount of water they use. Efficient dishwashers can use about 5 gallons of water per load-half the volume used by conventional dishwashers."

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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The NYT Is Right. Where Is Our Affordable Electric Car?

Why Can't It Be A Sedan?

An article in Sunday's New York Time's tells about how there is no affordable all electric sedan that looks like a gas powered sedan. Yes, there are NEVs, or Neighborhood Electric Vehicles, that go under 25 m.p.h, but if you're a regular guy who wants a nice all electric sedan that is highway capable for under $30,000 its impossible to find one. Autobloggreen has this quote from the article:

"Strip away the promises and the offerings are virtually nonexistent. Not a single purely electric vehicle with four seats and the ability to reach highway speeds is being mass-produced anywhere in the world. ... There is still not a single E.V. or plug-in hybrid available that can approach the driving range, interior room and performance of a typical gas-powered family sedan, at anywhere near the price that an average consumer would pay."

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Save The Earth Tip Of The Day! - September 22nd, 2007

Here is September 22nd, 2007 Save The Earth Tip Of The Day!:

Drive Smoothly

"You can help to preserve the planet's reserves. In cities, take care to avoid accelerating and braking too hard and too frequently. This manner of aggressive driving increases fuel consumption by 40%, which means spending money needlessly and aggravating urban air pollution."

Daily Tips are from Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth. To see the amazing pictures and the whole description, buy the book at your local bookseller. By using any tip provided by Electric Cars Now! via Philippe Bourseiller's 365 Ways To Save The Earth you agree to these terms and conditions.

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