It’s only a prototype now but the Denver Zoo is using animal poop and trash to power an electric rickshaw. The plan is to test the fuel’s efficacy to eventually power an entire elephant pavalion. ‘The zoo happens to have a lot of animal dung on hand where it is, and via its own patent-pending...Read More
Great words from GOBSMACKED about the rickshaw challenge: ‘Nothing says “adventure travel” quite like racing across India on a pimped out moped poorly disguised as a road worthy vehicle. Insanity is alive and kickin’ and calling all adrenaline junkies.’ Watch Rickshaw Rider (It’s Insane) – The Girls tube below Via GOBSMACKEDRead More
Recognizing the role that auto-rickshaws play in sustainable urban transport and meeting daily commute needs in India will go a long way in improving conditions for drivers, as well as passengers, and will result in social and environmental benefits for Indian cities, as a whole. ‘The population of Indian cities, already more than 340 million,...Read More
Classic Run 2012 team ‘double chinnai’ describing their great rickshaw adventure. ‘Here we are on the last day of our epic journey. It might have only been 8 days of driving, but it was a mighty effort by all in the Double Chinnais team. Janelle and Toni have shown they both have the potential for...Read More
