Vehicles and vehicle accessories to purchase for Earth Day 2022

April 7th, 2022 by

two cars at a public charging stationWhat common car accessories come in an eco-friendly version? 

What vehicles and vehicle accessories should you purchase for Earth Day 2022? Keep reading below for some of our recommendations for sustainable driving this Earth Day. You can find alternative fuel vehicles here at Carl Black Hiram in Hiram, GA. 


What type of vehicle should I buy this Earth Day? 

Here we have some general guidelines for how to find a sustainable vehicle in Hiram, GA. Keep an eye out for these types of vehicles. You can also ask a team member for help with finding your next vehicle here at Carl Black Hiram. 

  • Used vehicles: Getting a used vehicle is like the reuse part of the three R’s: recycle, reuse, and reduce. It helps keep the same materials in use, rather than having them scrapped and bringing more materials into production.  
  • Alternative-fuel vehicles: Vehicles that use regenerative braking or run on partial or full electric power can help greatly reduce your carbon footprint. Many automakers as well as drivers are making the switch to hybrid and electric vehicles. 
  • Fuel-efficient models. Not only can you choose an alternative fuel vehicle, but you can get a hybrid or partial hybrid with the best fuel economy possible.  

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What vehicle accessories should you purchase this Earth Day? 

As for vehicle accessories, there is a multitude of ways that they can be sustainable. Some can be crafted from recyclable materials. Others help reduce your energy use. Here are some of our ideas for accessories to get this Earth Day. 

  • Recycled rubber mats: If you need new car mats, look for ones made from recycled rubber. You can find plenty of other recycled material car accessories as well. 
  • Vehicle window shades: Window shades can keep your vehicle cool. Keeping it cool can reduce your use of air conditioning. And reducing air conditioning can cut back on your energy use. 
  • LED car lights: LED car lights are perhaps the single best way to reduce energy use consistently and for a long time. Next time you need a new car light, look for an LED.  

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