by Tom | Jul 1, 2008 | Uncategorized
We should push for this: miles per gallon is a poor indicator of fuel efficiency – it is so sensitive at the lower end (going from 18 to 28 mpg is better than going from 34 to 50 mpg). So how to start this happening everywhere?
by Tom | Jul 1, 2008 | Uncategorized
The dismal science gets its hands on global issues. As the results suggest, the best bang-for-buck in a four-year period isn´t climate change. But the setup – $75bn over four years – must lead to shorter-termism, mustn´t it?
by Tom | Jun 27, 2008 | Uncategorized
Irony-bought a new suit jacket to replace one that had cigarette burns (not from me) only to find that moths had got the corresponding t
by Tom | Jun 18, 2008 | Uncategorized
Very interesting musings on whether the new 15-second attention span of the web is removing an important part of our psyche. Who has the time for quiet reflection caused by a book?
by Tom | Jun 17, 2008 | Uncategorized
I´m sure it isn´t cheap, but this looks like a useful and fun bolt hole if you are stranded near Trafalgar Square. The related Rockwell bar is a good american bar below.
by Tom | Jun 11, 2008 | Uncategorized
A quite interesting concept car – all cosmetic, though, rather than green. Looks like it is made out of swimming cap or gimp fabric.
