Reduce Your Car Emissions: Simple Steps for a Greener Drive

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, vehicle emissions have been linked to global warming, air toxins, and smog. You can help do your part for the environment by reducing your car's exhaust. By making several small lifestyle alterations, you can significantly reduce the air pollution produced by your car.

Instructions

• 1

  Turn off your car if you expect to idle for a period longer than 30 seconds. If you are going to a drive-through restaurant, park your car and turn it off instead of using the drive through window.

• 2

  Roll down your windows in lieu of using your air conditioner. Running your air conditioner forces your engine to work harder which leads to additional exhaust emissions.

• 3

  Avoid stop-and-go driving as often as possible. Take alternative routes to avoid rush hour traffic.

• 4

  Accelerate as slowly as possible. Reducing the load on your engine will help reduce its exhaust output.