Uneasy Rhetoric

If you’re like 146 percent of drivers in the United States, you probably belong to AAA and you probably get their magazine, Via. I’ve been a AAA Magazine reader since I was old enough to read because, even though the writing is usually mediocre, it was a good way to dream about places I’d [...]

I forgot to mention that I saw LJ Urban’s little car moving down I Street right along with traffic either yesterday or the day before. Lookin’ good, people!

I’ve seen no end of “how to save gas” lists, and they all start from the same premise: that you’re still going to drive the same number of miles. The lists contain advice that ranges from smart - keep your car tuned up and your tires inflated, to stupid - wash your car.

Treehugger has [...]

LJUrban is currently wrestling with “how to accommodate both parking and accessibility and good livable, enduring design.” They’ve asked for feedback on their blog, so go on over and tell them what kind of parking you think works.
One of the projects they mention is an attached home development, and they’re considering shared underground parking. Provided [...]

This morning, as I drove the on ramp from Florin Road onto I-5 North, I saw an example of road planning that wasn’t very well planned. This provided contrast to the puff-piece on the “Complete Streets” concept in this morning’s Bee.
First, meters. If you’re familiar with the Florin Road/I-5 North on ramp, you know it’s [...]