Transportation

Aug 30 2016, RITA COOK

Drive Green: Texas Auto Writer’s Association names Lexus RX 450h 'Green Vehicle of Texas'

Who says you can’t combine luxury and eco-friendly elements in the same sentence these days? The folks at the Texas Auto Writers Association gave a nod to that winning combination a few weeks ago in Fort Worth at the group’s Spring Auto Roundup at Texas Motor Speedway.

Jun 07 2016, RITA COOK

Drive Green: Tesla expanding its presence in North Texas

June 7, 2016

More North Texans will soon able to afford a Tesla after the company announced that a lower cost model is on the way. And Tesla is gearing up to sell them.

Mar 17 2016, GREEN TIP GUY

Green Tip Guy: Maximize your MPG

Jason offers tips for making your car run more efficiently.

Feb 07 2016, BARBARA KESSLER

New Tesla Supercharger in Denton is first for North Texas

A new Tesla Supercharger station opened on January 30 in Denton, Texas, marking the first in North Texas. The four-bay station enables Tesla owners to quickly charge their vehicles, promoting EV infrastructure and clean energy while supporting road trips. North Texas leads the state in EV adoption, and this station aids regional travel and emission reductions.

Jan 04 2016, RITA COOK

Drive Green: Toyota's Prius 2016 rewrites hybrid rules

Drive Green: Toyota's 2016 Prius revolutionizes hybrids with modern design, improved fuel economy, a new hybrid system, enhanced safety features, and advanced technology. It offers various trims starting at $24,200, with exceptional EPA ratings, comprehensive warranties, advanced interior features, and safety systems like Pre-Collision Detection and Lane Departure Alert.

Nov 16 2015, RITA COOK

Drive Green: 2016 Chevy Volt hybrid rolls out with upgrades

The 2016 Chevy Volt plug-in hybrid offers 53 miles of EV range and 420 total driving range, priced at $33,995. The second-generation model boasts improved range, a lighter Voltec system, re-engineered battery, enhanced safety features, and a sleek design. It seats five, with upgraded interior tech and safety systems.

Sep 15 2015, RITA COOK

Drive Green: Electric vehicle expo to be held in Grapevine

Attendees to the National Drive Electric Week event in Grapevine can register to win a Nissan Leaf for a weekend.

Sept. 16, 2015

If you want to learn more about electric vehicles, this Saturday, the North Central Texas Council of Governments has a free event to get you up to speed.

Sep 01 2015, RITA COOK

Fort Worth company upcycles old pallets into green building material

PalletSmart in Fort Worth makes furniture, home decor and custom projects out of repurposed pallets and other reclaimed material. Photos courtesy of PalletSmart.

Sept. 2, 2015

Aug 30 2015, RITA COOK

Drive Green: 2015 BMW i3 hybrid goes the distance

BMW i3 Range Extender hybrid has a 150-mile range. Photo by Rita Cook.

Aug. 31, 2015

Aug 14 2015, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Drive Green: 2015 Tesla S offers a high-end EV with a nearly 300-mile range

To many EV junkies, the 2015 Tesla S is the epitome of a desirable electric car. It offers super luxury and power, climbing from zero to 60 miles per hour in 2.8 seconds, all with an impressive battery range. Currently, Tesla sells the only electric car that can go for more than 200 miles without a charge.