Did you know that cars were the environmentally-friendly solution to horses way back when? It's true. However, as cars have become the flashpoint for the environment, there are ways in which you can make sure traveling by car is as green as possible.

The following web sites have information and resources for those who want to make their car and car travel "greener" and more sustainable.

Car Talk's Eco Area
Green car advice from Click and Clack, NPR's "Car Talk" experts.

Cool It!
Tools to measure your CO2 emissions, reduce your environmental impact, and become "carbon neutral."

Electric Vehicle Project
Local resources and information about electric vehicles.

Fuel Economy
Gas mileage (MPG), greenhouse gas emissions, air pollution ratings, and safety information for new and used cars and trucks.

Green Car
Information on electric cars, hybrids and more.

The Green Gate from NRDC: Drive Less and Drive Smarter
The Natural Resources Defense Council's (NRDC) guide to driving more efficiently.

How to Go Green: Cars
Information on how to make your car more environmentally friendly.