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Environmental Awareness & Conservation Flashcards

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  1. Which driving behavior most directly reduces a TLC vehicle's carbon emissions during city operation?

    Answer: Coasting and anticipating stops to minimize braking

    Coasting and anticipating stops reduces fuel consumption and emissions by avoiding unnecessary acceleration and hard braking.

  2. What does the NYC Clean Air Act require of TLC licensees regarding vehicle emissions?

    Answer: Vehicles must pass annual emissions inspections to remain licensed

    TLC vehicles must pass periodic emissions inspections as part of maintaining their operating license in compliance with NYC air quality standards.

  3. A passenger asks a TLC driver to keep the engine idling while they run a 15-minute errand. What should the driver do?

    Answer: Shut off the engine after 3 minutes per NYC idle-reduction rules

    NYC's anti-idling law limits vehicle idling to 3 minutes maximum, and TLC drivers must comply regardless of passenger requests.

  4. Which of the following fuels results in the LOWEST greenhouse gas emissions per mile for a TLC vehicle?

    Answer: Electricity from the grid

    Electric vehicles charged from the grid produce significantly lower lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions per mile compared to gasoline, diesel, or CNG.

  5. How does proper tire pressure affect a TLC vehicle's environmental impact?

    Answer: Under-inflated tires increase rolling resistance and reduce fuel efficiency

    Under-inflated tires increase rolling resistance, forcing the engine to work harder and burn more fuel, increasing emissions.

  6. What is the primary environmental benefit of TLC's green taxi and FHV incentive programs?

    Answer: They encourage adoption of low-emission vehicles in the for-hire fleet

    TLC green incentive programs financially encourage drivers and bases to transition to hybrid, electric, and other low-emission vehicles.

  7. Which NYC borough or area is designated as a Low Emission Zone with stricter vehicle standards for TLC vehicles?

    Answer: Manhattan below 96th Street (Congestion Relief Zone)

    Manhattan's Congestion Relief Zone (below 60th Street) imposes congestion pricing and has heightened environmental standards affecting vehicle operations.