Summer sunshine, heat and car exhaust create a toxic cocktail -- ozone pollution. Ozone can cause respiratory problems and even permanent lung damage. Here are some steps you can take to cut down on pollution when you drive:

• Drive less, especially during peak traffic periods or hot days.
• Avoid revving or idling engine over 30 seconds.
• Fill gas tank during cooler evening hours to cut down on evaporation.
• Keep your tires properly inflated and aligned.
   

How's the air where you live? Check Air Quality forecasts.

Sources: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, National Weather Service, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Federal Citizen Information Center, Washington State SAFE KIDS Coalition