A Daimler-Chrysler prototype was the first fuel cell car to drive cross country. It will be while before they are in production, but the alternative fuel vehicle is inevitable. And why isn't the Bush administration using the argument that we use more fuel efficient autos as a way to fight our dependence on foreign oil? Even Hollywood has discovered the hybrid car, the latest status symbol. Now this is what will probably have the most influence on reducing our consumption of SUVs and other fuel hogs; if it becomes cool to drive a small, cute little hybrid. Kind of like what riding a bike is now, at least to some of us.

Speaking of reducing our dependence on foreign oil, why not support the fight to keep the oil companies out of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge by donating to Alaska Wilderness League (although their site appears to be having problems at the moment).
posted by Bruce Wright at 7:59 PM #