In Honor of Veteran's Day

"The willingness of American veterans to sacrifice for our country has earned them our lasting gratitude."

~Jeff Miller

"How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes!"

~Maya Angelou

"It doesn't take a hero to order men into battle. It takes a hero to be one of those men who goes into battle."

~Norman Schwarzkopf

"True heroism is remarkably sober, very undramatic. It is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever cost, but the urge to serve others at whatever cost."

~Arthur Ashe

"On this Veterans Day, let us remember the service of our veterans and their families who have sacrificed so much so that we can live free."

~Dan Lipinski

"Courage is almost a contradiction in terms. It means a strong desire to live taking the form of readiness to die."

~G.K. Chesterton

"A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself."

~Joseph Campbell

"I think there is one higher office than president, and I would call that patriot."

~Gary Hart

Clean Air Cab would like to thank all of our military personal, whether you are in the service or a hero that has long been home. We would like to offer you a free cab ride with your military ID card, and we wish you a Happy Veteran's Day. Thank you again, for your service, for your friendship, for being our silent guardian angel. May God watch over you, as you have watched over us. May you come home safely.

Family Friendly... to the next level.

In the great words of Emeril Lagasse, "Lets kick it up another notch." While Emeril may have been talking about spices, Clean Air Cab took his words to heart and we have "kicked it up another notch" in regards to most of the things that we do here. Our end result? BAM. It's just that good.

What exactly did we raise to the next level? our service. our product. our drivers. our training.

We also became family friendly×10²⁷ which is a ridiculously large, albeit true, figure.

In order to celebrate this, our company mascot is a six month old baby, who you had the pleasure of meeting in out last post. If you didn't read it, shame on you. Read it after this so you know about our recent cab developments with Make-A-Wish Foundation. Her name is Lily, and even by scientific means, she is perfect (this is based on the fact that she is exactly in the 50 percentile of where babies should be at her age, hence, she is perfect.... not to mention she has those lovely cherubic cheeks).

 Lily is one of those children who will probably skip the crawling stage and go straight to walking.

That's why she is our mascot. Lily means business.

 At our last event Clean Air Cab gave away magnets, pens, and babies.

just kidding. We still have Lily.

Though to be quite honest, she was the best at giving things away.

She jut doesn't take no for an answer.

 Of course, all that work was exhasting.

But I must say, that I am personally grateful to work for a company that places such a heavy emphasis on Family. Steve Lopez, the owner and CEO of Beyond Green and Clean Air Cab, is also a family man with 3 children under the age of 6. While he does run a business, he sets aside time to be with his family. There are a total of five children who frequent the Clean Air Cab office with their parents. It is a wonderful institution to be able to have family so close and make your work force function as a team. We all work, care, and dream together as a family. The Clean Air Cab family.



LOOK. We even made Lily a badge.

so presh.

as you can see, Lily is "The Boss."

Don't upset her, or you might be at risk for getting "fired."

Lily practicing her business deal handshake with a fellow future management member

At Clean air Cab, we pride ourselves not only on the exceptional cab service we provide, which is a different kind of taxi cab experience than any other you've probably experienced~ but we pride ourselves on reaching out to the next generation, to teach them the skills they need for the future, and give them opportunities that they might not have had anywhere else.

We thank all of our patrons who have allowed us to help with the Phoenix Children's Hospital, Mesa United Way, Susan G. Komen, and now, Make-A-Wish foundation in addition to our two ASU scholarship cabs.

Make a Wish & The AZ Urban Race

Clean Air Cab is proud to announce our newest charity cab. This new cab was unveiled at the AZ Urban Race in honor of the charity it was for, Make-A-Wish foundation. Mountainside Fitness and Clean Air Cab have come together for a unique relationship. Local companies "Giving Big" is a way for others in our community to give to their favorite chosen charity in the area. This year "Miles for Smiles" is Mountainside fitness's charity cab effort.

 The cab is a deep blue with a new shimmer tone added to it, which really enhances the "sparkle" effect of the stars, a trademark emblem for Make-A-Wish.

 Make-A-Wish foundation has the mission to "grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy."

      The Make-A-Wish Foundation began with one boy’s wish. In 1980, 7-year-old Chris Greicius was being treated for leukemia.This little boy dreamed of becoming a police officer and with the help of U.S. Customs Officer Tommy Austin, that dream became a reality.

     On April 29, 1980, Austin and a caring group of DPS personnel started Chris’ day with a tour of the city in a department helicopter. He was then flown into headquarters where three cruisers and a motorcycle officer greeted him before his meeting with the DPS command staff.  Chris was sworn in as the first honorary DPS patrolman in state history. Ron Cox had also contacted John’s Uniforms, which made a custom-tailored DPS uniform for Chris. The officers presented the official uniform to Chris on May 1 and arranged a motorcycle proficiency test so he could earn wings to pin on his uniform, which he passedwith flying colors on his battery-operated motorcycle.
       On May 3rd, Chris passed away; however, this boy was able to live out his dreams and see his wishes come true.

 for a more in depth account of this story, please click here

 214,247 wishes have since been granted, with a wish being granted nearly every 40 minutes

 The real question, is whose life is being touched the most?

The child who sees their dream come true?

Or the volunteers, supportors, families, and friends who are truly inspired?

 our newest cab enables our local Arizona chapter of the Make-A-Wish foundation to touch the lives of so many people, by granting the wishes of these ill children.

 In the 2011 Fiscal year, the Arizona Chapter has granted 251 wishes

 There are so many dreams to save, and lives to bless.

Be part of the solution.

The BIG DAY of the AZ URBAN RACE

 We arrived at the AZ Urban Race in the early morning. It was cold and the ground was still drenched from the previous night's rain~ yet there were hundreds of people in attendance and overall the sight was beautiful to behold. 

 We even brought Clean Air Cab's mascott, Lily, with us to enjoy this ground-breaking occasion as well.

 Our Make-A-Wish cab had only just been finished the day before, yet it was perfectly placed in position. Despite the fact that the overcast hid it's sparkly sheen, it kept drawing admirers over to it.

 Mountainside Fitness gave us a table and we were excited to tell people about our new cab and how this cab will be different from any of our other charity cabs.

Meanwhile, as the Race continued... we saw many four legged friends and we just wanted to let you know that Clean Air Cab does not discriminate against Man's Best Friend. We are more than happy to take you and your furry pal wherever you need to go.

 We also saw some groups of runners who went all out in various themes and costume. They really added to the flavor of the event.

 The race had an insanely large crowd and with the white tents flanking both ends of the feild, the event appeared to be a modern day Renaissance Fair.

 Now, this is the part that gets more interesting, because here is where I tell you WHY this cab will be different. It is ironic that the Make-A-Wish foundation cab should be unveiled at a race, because the cab itself will be a "runner." The concept was designed by Clean Air Cab. This means, that the cab will have several sponsors (3), such as Mountainside Fitness, which has already agreed to be the main sponsor. These sponsors will pay a certain amount of money per a mile($x per mile), and at the end of the year, the donations will be matched to the yearly mile amount, and a check will be written to the charity. All year long, our Make-A-Wish foundation cab will be on the road, taking YOU where you need to go, and at the end of the year the amount of miles it traveled on trips will be calculated and the proceeds will have been sent to the Make-A-Wish foundation to facilitate the bringing about of children's dreams.

   

  Perhaps when we come near to that finish line next year, we will be able to see what we have accomplished and stand on our obstables with a smile playing upon our lips and a warmth in our heart because we know that we made a difference that no one else could.

 because what is this life without joy?

 and how can true happiness be attained without selflessness?

 or the spirit of giving?  

You cannot look at a child, and not see an untainted love for the human experience, no matter how bad the cards are that life may have dealt them.

It may just be another wrapped car, but it stands for an idea, of an organization, which is a group of people united under a single cause, which can make a difference to not only a child, but a family, a community, and ultimately humanity as a whole.

I bet you didn't know....

1. The saguaro cactus blossom is the official state flower. The white flower blooms on the tips of the saguaro cactus during May and June. The saguaro is the largest American cactus.

2. Arizona leads the nation in copper production.

3. Petrified wood is the official state fossil. Most petrified wood comes from the Petrified Forest in northeastern Arizona.

4. The bola tie is the official state neckwear.

5. The Palo verde is the official state tree. Its name means green stick and it blooms a brilliant yellow-gold in April or May.

6. Turquoise is the official state gemstone. The blue-green stone has a somewhat waxy surface and can be found throughout the state.

7. The ringtail is the official state mammal. The ringtail is a small fox-like animal about two and one-half feet long and is a shy, nocturnal creature.

8. The amount of copper on the roof of the Capitol building is equivalent to 4,800,000 pennies.

9. The Castilian and Burgundian flags of Spain, the Mexican flag, the Confederate flag, and the flag of the United States have all flown over the land area that has become Arizona.

10. The original London Bridge was shipped stone-by-stone and reconstructed in Lake Havasu City.

11. The Arizona ridge-nosed rattlesnake is perhaps the most beautiful of all eleven species of rattlesnakes found in Arizona. (what do you think?)

12. Located in Fountain Hills is a fountain believed to be the tallest in the world.

13. The Hopi Indians of Arizona are noted for growing their multicolored corn.

14. Oraibi is the oldest Indian settlement in the United States. The Hopis Indians founded it.

15. At one time camels were used to transport goods across Arizona.

In addition to these useless, albeit extremely interesting facts, there are some important dates you should be aware of.

On the 11th of November is Veteran's Day and later on this month, is Thanksgiving. TODAY, Friday, November 4th is Use Your Common Sense Day; and we aren't making that up.


In commemoration of Use Your Common Sense Day, we thought of a few things you could do to take that special someone of your's out for a night around the town for FREE. This Friday is November 4th, which also happens to be the first friday of the month. This is wonderful for several reasons:



1.) admittance to the Arizona Science Center is free from 5:30 to 9:00 pm~ want more information? click here.

2.) First Fridays in Phoenix is a street event where various vendors gather and there is always an adventure to be had, wether you are enjoying the art or the eclectic crowd. curious? you have but to click this button.

3.) Have a need for art? there is a free gallery featuring artwork from the students at Arizona State University at Tempe Marketplace. Read more at the Herberger Institute



Interested in going to any of these places, showing off your newfound knowledge about the State of Arizona, but don't want to deal with the hassel of driving a car in the Phoenix area?

well..... use your common sense, and call us, Clean Air Cab, at 480-777-9777 or make an online reservation.

Yours Truly, Clean Air Cab

First off, we appreciate all the feedback that we received. We don't just want to provide service, we want to provide service to our community and more specifically, you. In the next upcoming month we have several amazing service opportunities.

 In the Phoenix area, there is a hidden oasis. The Japanese Friendship Garden (formally named Ro Ho En) is a beautiful jewl in this desert region, combining both culture, and exotic greenery. It is the product of a non-profit organization that is in constant need of volunteers to maintain and share this treasure. Clean Air Cab is proud to announce that members of its Green Team will be volunteering as gardeners on Saturdays. This garden consists of more than 1,500 tons of hand picked rock, stone bridges, a 5/8 acre Koi pond with over 300 fish, a waterfall, and over 50 varieties of plants. If you would like to volunteer for this, or are interested in learning more, click the above link to be taken to the Friendship garden's homepage.

Additionally, Clean Air Cab is going to be an active supporter in the organization known as Treasures 4 Teachers. This organization's mission is to ensure that students and classrooms across the state of Arizona have the tools for learning; which is one that Clean Air Cab firmly stands by. On Thursday, November 17th, Clean Air Cab's Green Team will be dedicating their time to this cause. If you would like more information about this organization just click on the above link; to RSVP for this service project, or to learn about other causes you can become part of the solution to, click here.

We also look forward to donating our time to the Mesa Boys and Girls club. This year they are conducting a turkey drive for their Thanksgiving dinner on November 22nd, that will feed 300 families. If you would like to donate or have questions on how you can help, you can leave us a comment and we will get right back to you.

More opportunites are awaiting to be unfolded, and as always, we would love to hear your feedback. Let us know of any service opportunites that you are aware of, because Clean Air Cab is always willing to lend a helping hand, to become part of your solution.

Help us help you

Congratulations, Rebekah Layton! You won two free tickets to the ASU homecoming football game this weekend!

Steve Lopez, the owner of Clean Air Cab, with Rebekah Layton

We absolutely loved your picture. Rebekah managed to snag an upclose and personal shot of the Maroon & Gold ASU cab.

Isn't this cab beautiful? I know beautiful is an odd adjective to tie to a cab, but the infusion of color and purpose behind this vehicle make it an absolute gem.

Speaking of beautiful... Do any of you have a service project to beautify or better our community or a worthy organization? Clean Air Cab is here for the job, and the Green Team has stepped up to the plate to accept any challenges that any one needs help with. Community garden? Repainting a school? Volunteering time at a fundraiser or a hospital? We want to be part of YOUR solution; so please, tell us what we can do to help.

Additionally, if any of you have comments on our service or how we can more efficiently serve you, please let us know. We would love to hear what you have to say; just leave a comment below or like our Facebook page and start a discussion there.

Our Partnership with ASU

Did you know that Clean Air Cab is the proud partner of the ASU Sun Devil Athletic team?

you may have seen our spiffy Arizona State University designated cabs.... and probably did not even realize that they were cabs. These rides are so suave, that many people think they are just specialty ASU vehicles. Well...they are not, they exist to take YOU places while similtaneously creating scholarships for the university, because we care for this community.

During the ASU homecoming game this Saturday, October 29th, we would be more than happy to take you to and from the game so you don't have to deal with the parking, the mass exodus from the lightrail, or the chaos of getting to your next destination to celebrate the victory. You may even get to ride in one of our ASU cabs, it would be kind of like winning a cab lottery.

 pictured above is our glorious black ASU cab~ designed with your sports team in mind

Give 'em Hell, Devils!

Here is our second magnificent ASU themed cab

Maroon & Gold For the Win!

BUT WAIT, to thank you for choosing to be part of the solution, we are offering 2 free tickets to the ASU homecoming game. How do you get these two tickets? like us on Facebook and submit the best photo you have taken yourself of one of our cabs by 5pm on Thursday. Winners will be announced on Friday morning, so you can come by and pick up your tickets.



Good luck and may the best cab win!