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The average motor vehicle is responsible for 450 kilograms of ozone-causing pollution a year. Motor vehicles
pollute not only from the tail pipe but also from the gas that evaporates from the fuel system.
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Canada made a commitment at the Koyoto conference to reduce green house emission
to 6% below the 1990 levels. Current emission levels are 20% above target.
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Your vehicle will pollute less if you drive at moderate speeds, avoid sudden starts and stops, don't top up the fuel tank,
refuel after dark and avoid driving on hot days.
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Global Warming is a direct result of our use of fossil fuels. Over the last century,
use of fossil fuels has grown by 1000% and scientists now predict that global temperatures will increase by 1 degree
Celsius in the next 100 years. This increase will have a significant impact on global weather patterns.
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Your vehicle will pollute less if you keep your car tuned, use radial tires that are properly inflated
and have your tail pipe emissions tested on a regular basis.
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Many cities in North America now exceed the maximum levels of air pollution.
Air pollution and smog are now serious heath risks in many communities.
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77% of commuters drive to work alone.
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If your daily commute is 65 Km, gas is $0.70 / liter and parking costs $5.00 per day
then your annual commuting cost is approximately $2500.00.
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YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
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