by Gregory Johnson | Oct 13, 2020 | Transportation
Below are some videos and other resources for recent news and resources relating to Plug-in Electric Vehicles. This document may be periodically updated with additional resources. Engineering Explained (7 Oct 2020) 5 Reasons You Should (Not) Buy An Electric Car...
by Gregory Johnson | Sep 30, 2020 | Transportation, Walk and Talk
In Episode #45, I talk about the Subaru Ascent as the last gasoline powered vehicle. (26 Sep 2020) Listen using your favorite podcast service. Anchor [Listen]Apple [Listen]Google [Listen]Spotify [Listen] Listen Using the Anchor Player Below Listen Using Our Website...
by Gregory Johnson | May 9, 2020 | Bike Work Life, Environment, Transportation, Walk and Talk
In Episode #14, I describe some of the benefits of having an electric bicycle as an alternative to an all-electric car or a traditional bicycle. Listen using the Anchor Player Listen Using Our Website Player You can also download the show. Tap (or right click) the...
by Gregory Johnson | May 6, 2020 | Audio, Transportation, Walk and Talk
In Episode #11, I look back at the past 10 episodes and talk about how I want to continue improving the message presentation and audio quality. I review some of the challenges of producing the first 10 shows. Listen using the Anchor Player Listen Using Our Website...
by Gregory Johnson | May 2, 2020 | Effective Living, Transportation, Walk and Talk, Web Design
In Episode #6, I talk about how you can respond to emails and other requests by using video, articles, and podcasting on your own personal website. Listen using the Anchor Player Listen Using Our Website Player You can also download the show. Tap (or right click) the...
by Gregory Johnson | Apr 6, 2020 | Effective Living, Mobility, Transportation
“Sometimes big problems are best solvedusing small solutions.” Summary Generally speaking, little tiny micro small mini cars have many advantages. They offer better maneuverability and easier parking. Better fuel efficiency, and fewer resources used in...
by Gregory Johnson | Jul 27, 2019 | Transportation
Here you’ll find some information about regular and premium fuel choices to help with choosing the right octane gasoline for your vehicle. It’s important to note that octane levels do not determine the quality of gasoline. Higher quality gasoline is...
by Gregory Johnson | Mar 24, 2017 | Transportation
In the summer of 2014 we reported on the Rob Ferretti and the Super Speeders phenomenon. Rob continues to offer informative and positive videos about exotic sports cars, as well as commentary on other topics via his YouTube channel. Rob’s style of video...
by Gregory Johnson | Dec 20, 2016 | Activism, Housing, Iowa City, Transportation
CONTENT and TOPICS Here are the topics covered in the most recent Connect Iowa City podcast recorded on 14 December 2016 at 11:00 AM. The audio player is below. CITY COMPREHENSIVE MASTER PLAN Time (mm:ss): 01:29 – 15:59 Tax implications of Linn Street...
by Gregory Johnson | Jun 4, 2015 | Career, Transportation
Sign Up To signup as a driver with Uber, follow these steps: Go to https://get.uber.com/drive/ When you complete the form, provide Invite Code HNFD9UE which will give you a $100 bonus for signing up. The signup process will walk you through the rest of what’s...
by Gregory Johnson | Dec 15, 2013 | Iowa City, Transportation
Iowa City Bike Shop Fat Bikes This page contains links to the “Fat Bike” models available from local Iowa City bicycle shops as of December 2013. Call or stop by the stores for a current inventory. Additional brands and models may be available, including...
by Gregory Johnson | Oct 19, 2013 | Transportation
We’re promised that in the future, cars will run on electricity and deliver energy efficiency equal to 100 miles per gallon (comparing cost to distance travelled). The future is here now in the C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid vehicle from Ford. 2.0L Hybrid Electric...
by Gregory Johnson | Oct 6, 2013 | Environment, Transportation
Own it Today You could spend over $100,000 on eBay for a Tesla Model S (see below). Or, you could get on a waiting list at the dealership. However, you could have this 2013 Model S with the upgraded 85 kWh package for only $83,000. Miles There are only 11,000 miles on...
by Gregory Johnson | Jul 22, 2013 | Transportation
Introduction. Properly implemented and programmed, Red Light Cameras could help catch and prosecute dangerous and careless drivers who drive through red lights as a result of being distracted, drunk, or not wanting to be delayed by waiting. However, cities,...
by Gregory Johnson | Apr 26, 2013 | Advertising, Housing, Lifeways, Transportation
The latest advertisement from Buick (shown below) proclaims: “The Next Big Thing in Luxury is Small.” The smaller is better message is increasingly finding its way into mainstream culture as a shifting undercurrent to the bigger is better mindset of...
by Gregory Johnson | Apr 9, 2013 | Transportation, Video
The Sony HDR-CX220/B High Definition Handycam Camcorder with 2.7-Inch LCD (Black) pictured here is a good choice for those wanting high quality video at a lower price point. [Buy] This page provides some basic information about the camera and highlights some of the...
by Gregory Johnson | Feb 25, 2013 | Transportation
Product Description. The Orange Electronics Retrofit Tire Pressure System continually monitors tire pressure in all four wheels, and helps provide a safer ride. This kit has been designed for vehicles that did not come with a factory tire pressure monitoring kit. The...
by Gregory Johnson | Dec 30, 2012 | Housing, Transportation
Product Description The TechLite Lumen Master High-Intensity Tactical LED Flashlight 3-pack offers a tremendous product at a value price. The multifunction cap switch allows the user to switch between 50% & 100% light output levels, flashing emergency strobe mode,...
