Conservation of energy and a preservation of the environment are popular and active topics in today’s political world. “According to Frost and Sullivan Transportation, fuel economy has risen to among the top three important factors for current vehicle purchase” (Brooke). Seeing a skyrocket in gasoline prices and an increase in vehicular pollution shows the need for change in how vehicles are designed. It is undeniably time to evolve beyond the status quo of the current gasoline driven automobiles that continue to contaminate the atmosphere. The overlaying issue is that these machines consistently pollute the world while running on a natural resource that won’t last the human race for long. Neglect for the automobile-induced pollution has spread like wildfire, and has been proven to be a key player in the cause of pollution. Change is needed, and the rise of hybrid vehicles leads the way to that change, boasting cost-effectiveness and hardware that is designed to protect the environment whereas the petrol only based vehicle would pollute and destroy it.
In the automotive industry, there are drastic improvements and innovations in vehicular technology. These advancements are bred by research about our world and society, helping us understand how to revolutionize technology so that they can work as efficiently as possible. With the increase in knowledge, society has become more aware of the carbon footprint that they leave on the environment. In an effort to improve the
The transportation industry has continued to grow from the first production of the car in the 1990s by Karl Benz. Since this time there have been an outstanding number of model cars, airplanes, buses, motorcycles and scooters, and many other transportation vehicles that uses the standard type of fuel, gasoline. Society as a whole has yet to realize the harmful effects gas powered vehicles have on our ecosystem. Unfortunately, due to lack of this information, the overwhelming price difference between the types of transportation, and convenience, this ever-growing problem my never change until it's too late.
Introduction Automobile usage has increased in America and elsewhere in the world. In a research done by Sutherland, J., et al. (2004) “The US has a contributed to 200 million passengers in cars and light truck over the past few years. Further in 1990, studies showed that US cars increased six times faster than human population. The leaders in the automotive industry must adopt some key elements to ensure success in this fast-moving environment. They must invest in knowing their markets, building brands, adapting product strategies and taking long-term view on their goals and objectives. This paper outlines some of the key factors which should be considered. Environmental factors automotive designers and engineers have always said the main threats in the American Automotive industry are the environmental factors such as fuel economy and the clean air regulations. Automotive Emission posed different problems than manufacturing discharges such as coal smoke. Increased fossil-fuel emission has resulted from the million car increase. Irritation smog, which is comprised of carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, sulfur oxide and other various chemical mixtures are cited in major cities such as Los Angeles. These auto emissions are also said to cause headaches, visual pollutions, contribute to lung cancers and other respiratory disease. In the end, the engineers have designed cars that are better environmental performers, cost effective and fuel efficient to reduce the environmental
The world’s population is at a steady growth, and it’s not going to stop. More and more people are in need for transportation, and a majority of them choose private transportation over public transportation. The author of The Gas-Electric Hybrid Demystified, Sara R. Howerth, highlights the development of hybrid vehicles and their purpose in the world. Her article’s audience is pointed towards young adults, essentially students; reasons being they are the new generation, and a portion of them are entering post-secondary having to pay for school, transportation, residency, etc. The article presents a useful resource to young adults that explains the growth of an improved system of private transportation that applies to fuel efficient, cheaper, and less-polluting vehicles. The purpose of the article is to teach young adults about a product that can both help them and help the world around them.
Abstract—In this modern era, many advancements in technology have been witnessed. Research and data collected around the world have allowed for these advancements to take place. This has allowed for a better understanding of the footprint humans leave on the environment. As a result, this has allowed for the planet to become eco-friendlier. An eco-friendly advancement in the 21st century is the electric vehicle. There are a plethora of benefits using electric vehicles. Some advantages include no emissions, cost-effective, and low maintenance.
Every day, millions of Americans turn on the engines of their cars and drive to school or work. What these people do not realize is that the vehicles they operate greatly pollute the planet. According to the Environmental Protection Agency’s recent website post, “Environmental Impacts from Automobiles”,
Climate change and transportation play a big role and it is important to be concerned for our future generations. The use of gasoline cars is a major producer in carbon dioxide emissions, although they are not entirely responsible for it—they play a role in it. Other form of transportations like buses and taxis also contribute to carbon dioxide emissions. The total amount of carbon dioxide emissions from an average car is seventy six percent which comes from usage of a vehicle containing gasoline. Efficiency has increased by twenty percent in regards to electric motors, especially when it comes to their wheels using no power when the car is at rest. Car ownership will increase and with this, improvements in technology could be a vital
Through all of this information, Tesla and traditional gas powered car owners have learned more about the Tesla and how it is not as environmentally friendly as society may portray it to be. Hopefully the readers of this paper learn that you must be educated before they buy a certain product.
Akio Toyoda, the founder of the car company Toyota Incorporated, once said “Automobiles are the pinnacle of human transportation. The percentage of families across the world who own cars have reached new heights in the past decade. Multiple families now have an easier form of transportation than walking or taking an overcrowded bus. For that reason, I am happy with what I do.” Akio Toyoda is right for saying so. The usage of automobiles increases by 150% since the past decade as more consumers look towards faster and cheaper methods of transportation. The increase in usage brings many concerns to well-minded citizens, specifically concerns regarding the environment and the conservation of energy. In order to tackle the problem locally, multiple
The invention of the automobile was a great milestone in history. Without it many places or things would have never been discovered. Many people would’ve lost their life waiting for medical attention to arrive. It would’ve taken days or weeks to transport goods or medication throughout the United States. Now that we have the technology and research, we must take advantage, and suggest more methods in providing a better life for our future and are wildlife. Hybrid vehicles still have glitches as well as gas operated vehicles but it benefits savings in fuel and our environment will take time for science to make it more users friendly and less hazardous.
Environmental concerns have been raised from time to time because of the dependency on the gasoline-fueled engine as the chief auto powertrain technology. This has resulted in exposing many automobile users to unpredictable prices of fuel. These issues were, however, the reason for
Imagine never being locked out of your disgusting gas-guzzling vehicle in sub-zero temperatures pumping your car full of toxic chemicals and then later emptying your bank account to pay for the environment killer ever again. This reality is near and approaching faster than ever before. Although, it is not completely beneficial. It is evident that at an international level, electric cars are needed. But, this is only one side of the story, despite common belief, electric vehicles are not always good for the environment. It is true that they will benefit bank accounts, however, the only way for electric cars to improve the environment is if they are powered by clean renewable energy.
Even the “Greener” gasoline hybrid Toyota Prius can only manage 53 miles per gallon. If you are only running on gasoline, the best you can get in a vehicle is 42 miles per gallon. Yet even with the hybrid technology available today, the consumer only sees a marginal return on the upfront higher cost. The cost to replace a hybrid battery pack runs up to $7,000. This adds up to approximately zero cost savings over the life of the vehicle. This is why incentives from the government are offered and why hybrid cars and trucks only appeal to some people’s conscience and not their wallets. For example, Volkswagen’s Diesel models all range from 40-46 miles per gallon. I do not call into question that a hybrid vehicle is more fuel efficient than a non-hybrid vehicle because that is nonsense, but I do think diesel engines are superior to gasoline hybrids in fuel economy and usefulness. I intend to prove the value and affordability of the Diesel engine versus the gasoline hybrid engine.
My first vehicle is an 2001 Toyota Prius, a well loved car that is almost always dirty inside. My Prius holds a dear spot in my heart and I believe the car is the reason hybrids mean so much to me. My interest on hybrids began when my father once told me that one must think of hybrids as a computer with four wheels. Anytime my car broke down, the first thing I would do is turn the car off and back on. This simple troubleshooting could be the easy solution to fix the issue. But as I have aged, my thoughts have turned to how hybrids change the environment, instead of just being intrigued with the mechanisms of how they work. During this course, I want to explore how the environment is changing due to the creation and use of hybrids.
There is a serious problem facing the world right now. It is air pollution. The number one contributor to this epidemic is automobile emissions. We have all heard of the issues that are involved with air pollution including the depletion of the o-zone layer, the green house effect, and acid rain. The problem has been scoped from every imaginable angle, and now it is time to solve the problem. I propose that each of the ‘Big Three’ (Ford, General Motors, and Chrysler) car manufacturers be required to have 10% of their product line as EV’s By the year 2010. I propose this because it will be the start of cleaner air, EV advancement, and awareness of EV’s and how they work.
Ever since the invention of the wheel, man has never ceased the quest for innovating personal mobility. From the 19th century to the present, there have been tremendous development in industrial design and chemical engineering that have contributed to the present vehicles, particularly the cars. The Toyota Prius for instance, which “was developed and released in Japan in 1997, is the world’s first mass-produced hybrid car and was made available in other parts of the world by 2000” (Cox, 2017).