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Originally broadcast February 20, 2009: We always receive a lot of mail about gas-saving devices. There seems to be a never-ending stream of devices making big promises... and not delivering.
Thumbnail image for mp_gps_tipsheet_584.jpgDuring the first month of Ontario's new distracted driver law provincial police issued 470 charges to people caught breaking the rules.

The law, which bans drivers from using hand-held devices such as cellphones and looking at display screens such as GPS devices and laptops, came into effect on Oct. 26.
floormatimageFINAL-c.jpgToyota must be so unused to this negative attention. The automaker has established itself as a leader in design and safety. Many people who buy Toyotas become true believers. We bought Sienna in May 2007 after baby No. 3 came along and were instantly inducted into the cult of Siennas. (Voluntarily I might add.)
 
However, an independent auto safety firm in Massachusetts would be the salt in the cult of Toyota's eye.
mp_minicar_190.jpgWith the current climate change conference in Copenhagen, most people are thinking big picture when it comes to the environment. But what about rewarding the little changes some are making? For instance: driving mini-cars instead of gas-guzzling SUVs. Yet, despite the fact that up to four cars can fit into one regular parking lot space, mini-car drivers pay full price.
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