Decatur resident, Nancie Sill winds up her Smart Car
You may have seen Nancie Sill driving her silver Smart Car around Decatur recently. If so, maybe you noticed a silver key on the back that actually turns as she drives! How cool is that? Nancie shows us that promoting fuel efficiency can be fun. The “Smart Fortwo” model of the Smart Car was rated to be the most fuel efficient two-seater car by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in their 2010 Fuel Economy Guide. It is rated to get 33 miles per gallon (MPG) in city driving conditions, and 41MPG on the highway.
Photo Credit: Easy Living Pedicab Facebook Page
As Spring finally breaks here in Decatur, it’s a great time to wind ourselves up and start taking advantage of some alternative modes of transportation. One option is the East Living Pedicabs. Pedicabs are three wheeled taxis consisting of a driver platform and passenger carriage. This service is great for rides to or from the MARTA station with your airport luggage, special date nights :), your local shopping trip, or just a fun tour around town. Rides start at $5, while tours start at $10. Just call 920-371-CABS to reserve a pedicab for a pick up or tour.
Students Promote Safe Routes to School Program
How about that morning commute to school with the kids? Consider participating in our Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program. SRTS is a national program that empowers communities to make walking and bicycling to school a safe and routine activity. The goal is to get more students and adults active to help improve fitness levels, reduce congestion around schools, and improve air quality around schools. Decatur has had an active SRTS program for several years.
This Spring, remember that how we live and travel affects not only our physical well-being but our mental and emotional state as well. The City of Decatur is working to develop a safe, integrated transportation system that promotes bicycling and walking as a viable alternative to automobile travel, increased connectivity between neighborhoods and destinations, and equity for users of all ages and abilities. You can read more about our goals and plans to promote complete streets in the Community Transportation Plan.
Now get out there and enjoy this beautiful weather!
I want a wind-up Smart car!
ps- Great post, Lena!