environment
“SpaceX 2024 CO2 Emissions vs. Tesla Savings | Giga Gears”
It’s pretty obvious by now that Elon Musk doesn’t really care about the environment. While he was once a warrior in the battle against climate change, or claimed to be, he has evolved into a climate denialist and seems intent on kneecapping whatever environmental and emissions gains Tesla may have made. So far this…
“Share Your Wildest Public Transit Story | Giga Gears”
The U.S. for the most part is behind when it comes to public transit. But, data from the American Public Transportation Association shows that in the second quarter of this year, public transit ridership was up slightly across the country. That’s good, but we’re still a heavily car dependent country. Why is that…
“Envisioning the Ideal Honda Civic Si Hybrid Hatchback | Giga Gears”
Folks, I just got back from driving a couple of new Honda Civics, the facelifted 2025 versions of the Si and Hatchback Hybrid. They were both brilliant little cars in their own ways, but I know what would make them even better: combining the two. What I need Honda to do is take a couple of really great cars and turn…
“Cobb Tuning Fined $2.9M for Emissions Defeat Devices: Giga Gears”
Cobb Tuning and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency have reached a massive settlement after it was found out the popular tuner was selling “defeat devices” that allow customers to bypass the emissions controls in their cars. It’s not really something anyone should be doing. Now, the Texas-based company must pay a…
“Top Choice: Forest Service Green for Hardworking American Truck or SUV | Giga Gears”
A true vision in green, this XJ-generation Jeep Cherokee two-door appeared before me this weekend as if descended from the heavens. Forest Service Green is an S-tier color for an old timer 4x4, and this champion of sensible American off-roading is among the best to ever wear it. I believe former Jalop David Tracy…