Author Archives: Steve Hanley

About Steve Hanley

Totally enamored with my family, my grandkids, and seeing the world.

Are Fuel Cell Cars The Answer?

Posted on February 8, 2013 by Steve Hanley

According to Gas 2.0, Ford, Mercedes Benz and Nissan have decided to pool their resources to bring affordable fuel cell vehicles to market as soon as possible. Most of us have no idea what a fuel cell is or why … Continue reading →

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Peugeot’s New Hybrid Technology Is A Lot Of Hot Air.

Posted on January 27, 2013 by Steve Hanley

And that’s a good thing! Today’s automotive world is obsessed with hybrids, plug-in hybrids and electric cars. All of them have one glaring weakness – the batteries they need to work are heavy and expensive. They also contain lithium, a … Continue reading →

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The Future Of Energy, Part II

Posted on January 23, 2013 by Steve Hanley

Sometimes I’m so smart, I scare myself. Recently, I boldly predicted that all the world’s energy needs can and should be met by solar power. And now, just a few days later,  the World Wildlife Fund has released a new … Continue reading →

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Does Stuff Make You Happy?

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Steve Hanley

I have always wanted a 1952 Jaguar XK 120. My pediatrician owned one. He was a friend of the family and one summer day he took me for a ride in it. I still remember being 7 years old and … Continue reading →

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The Future Of Energy

Posted on January 13, 2013 by Steve Hanley

When humans first appeared on Earth, the only power they had available came from their own muscles. As time went on, they learned to harness the power of animals to till their fields and the wind to cross the oceans, … Continue reading →

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Car Of The 21st Century

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Steve Hanley

Every once in a while, a race car comes along that not only changes the game, it rips up the rule book and throws it in the trash.  Up until 1965, the Indianapolis 500 was dominated by big, bulky, front … Continue reading →

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How Much Does Your Car Cost To Own?

Posted on December 30, 2012 by Steve Hanley

The new car market currently offers 4 types of cars: Conventional Cars, Hybrids, Plug-In Hybrids and Electrics. Prices vary from about $10,000 to $40,000, with luxury and premium models costing much more. Many manufacturers are offering low interest loans and … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas!

Posted on December 24, 2012 by Steve Hanley

For car enthusiasts everywhere, Merry Christmas from Rhode Trips.

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Would YOU Buy A Diesel?

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Steve Hanley

When gasoline prices in America first hit $4.00 per gallon, consumers suddenly started demanding more fuel efficient cars. Gas guzzlers like the Hummer disappeared overnight. Sales of full size trucks and SUV’s plummeted. Manufacturers were desperate to build more fuel … Continue reading →

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The Fracking Controversy

Posted on December 16, 2012 by Steve Hanley

Energy industry executives say there is enough natural gas in the ground under the United States to provide America with abundant energy far into the foreseeable future. They claim our natural gas reserves equal or exceed the oil reserves remaining … Continue reading →

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