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On the Road … Again

People riding bikesIf you drive a car, it probably accounts for half your annual greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. For example, a mid–sized sedan driven 20,000 kilometres a year produces about 4 tonnes of CO2, the main greenhouse gas.

To receive a free tailpipe emissions test that will tell you how many air pollutants your vehicle produces, as well as how to lower your GHG emissions, attend one of Environment Canada's free vehicle emissions clinics. Find out when a Let's Drive Green clinic will be held in your city – visit http://www.ec.gc.ca/transport/clinics/index_e.htm.

Here are a few things you can do to reduce your emissions and help protect our environment.

Start here …

Turn it Off
Drive Smarter and Less Often
Tip Top Shape
Drive a Greener Vehicle
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