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Peoria's first EV charging stations installed at Bradley

Peoria's first three electric vehicle charging stations are located at Bradley University.

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Movie on cycling's "toughest race" being shown in central IL

A movie about Race Across America, a cross continental bicycle event, is being shown in Champaign.

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Possible license fee increase could boost IL EV use

License plate fees in Illinois could hit $100 per year if a $1 hike to fund electric vehicle infrastructure is approved.

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Town of Normal leaders hope I vehicles will start auto transformation

The Town of Normal has taken delivery of six new electric vehicles. The Mitsubishi I models are a part of Normal's E-V Town initiative.

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U of I to get new rail center

The U.S. Department of Transportation is spending $3.5 million to set up a rail transportation and engineering center at the University of Illinois. University officials say the the NURail Center will focus in particular on problems involved in using rail corridors for both high-speed passenger trains and freight trains. Other universities will be involved, too.

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Mitsubishi sales close 2011 strong

The auto industry continues to rev up in sales, including Mitsubishi. Mitsubishi sales closed the year up nearly 42%. Other carmakers also reported strong sales for 2011. General Motors U-S sales rose 13%.

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IL awarded more $ for high speed rail

The Illinois Department of Transportation is getting $186 million for its high-speed rail project. U.S. Transportation Secretary LaHood awarded the money to IDOT on Wednesday.

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Johnson explains vote against high speed rail funding

A vote against funding for high speed rail by Urbana Congressman Tim Johnson does not run counter to his philosophical support of the concept.

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Upstate motorists gear for massive toll hikes

Some motorists say they just won't deal with the Illinois Tollway after big toll hikes go into effect Jan. 1. That's when daily rates will nearly double.

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Are you Good To Go?

How much are you willing to pay for a gallon of gasoline before you change habits? Some predictions put it a $5 per gallon in 2012. GLT''s Good To Go can help set you on a more environmentally AND economically sustainable path! Good to Go is an ongoing community wide project of GLT and ISU Sustainability designed to encourage healthy lifestyles and promote the use of alternative transportation instead of driving alone. The initiative's primary event is a Commuter Challenge, a friendly competition between individuals, teams and workplaces. During the 3rd week of May (12-18, 2012) participants track and report their commutes online.

 


Save the Date!!

The Good To Go Commuter Challenge returns to McLean County May 12-18 and kicks off at the first Downtown Bloomington Farmers' Market of the season. Make your first sustainable commute of the Challenge to the market by using the bus or carpooling. Ride your bike and the Friends of the Trail will watch it for you. Register for the Challenge and get a free water bottle and ice cream cone from Carl's. Explore a B-NPTS bus and test drive an all electric Mitsubishi "i."


Good To Go Ambassador

Do you have what it takes? As an Ambassador you'll work to increase awareness and boost registration and participation at your workplace or in your organization for the 2012 challenge May 12-18. Learn more and become an Ambassador by contacting Mike McCurdy.


Good To Go and Hertz on Demand

Commuting sustainably might be the right thing to do, but it can leave you at work without a car. Hertz on Demand can help. We're partnering with ISU Sustainability to help you understand how this car sharing program works. Based at Illinois State University, Hertz on Demand is available to the community. Enrollment is free. Reserve it weeks in advance or at the last minute and go anytime day or night. The hourly rate includes gas, insurance, GPS and more. Good To Go is a community initiative focused on healthy living and sustainable transportation. Learn more about Hertz on Demand in a recent Good To Go blog post.


Etiquette and Rules for the Constitution Trail.

In a two part interview, the President of the Friends of the Trail, Dan Steadman talks about how he uses the trail...and rules others should consider while walking, biking or using the trail.

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In part two of an interview about Trail etiquette, President of the Friends of the Trail, Dan Steadman talks about his favorite section of the trail, clearing the trail of snow, expansion and the use of headphones or earbuds while on the trail.

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The Results Are In!

Read all about the results of the community commuter challenge on Good To Go Blog.

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