Introduction -- Green vehicles on the road : how can we make motorcycles, cars, and trucks more sustainable? -- Green vehicles on the rails : can trains and subways be improved upon? -- The big truth: Electric batteries are not perfect : a look at the biggest challenges and possible solutions -- Green vehicles on the water : how can we reduce pollution caused by boats and ships? -- Green vehicles in the air : are environmentally friendly planes and helicopters possible? -- Take action -- Spot On: A cool car of the future -- Statistics.
Summary:
"Electric cars. Solar-powered planes. Poop-fueled trucks. Each of these technological advances in transportation is bringing us ever closer to a green future, and more are being developed all the time. Considering how many vehicles are on our roads - and in the water and air - sustainable transportation might be the most important innovation we can make to ensure our planet's future. Learn how in Green Transportation."-- Provided by publisher.
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