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2016 Chevy Volt has 53 Miles Electric Range

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The 2016 Chevrolet Volt can run on electricity for 53 miles on a single charge. This is nearly 40% more than the first-generation Volt.GM's engineers reached a little more than they planed in the all...

NASA Tests 10 Engine Electric Plane

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NASA Langley Research Center is developing a concept of a battery-powered plane that has 10 engines and can take off like a helicopter and fly efficiently like an aircraft. The prototype, called...

Walmart Rolls Out Massive LED Lighting

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After a successful pilot test of the all-LED concept in Ohio, Walmart is investing in General Electric (GE) LED ceiling light fixtures across dozens of new and existing stores, and supercenters in...

What Does ‘The Equivalent of Taking Cars Off The Road’ Really Mean?

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I saw a press release the other day heralding a new energy technology, which – if fully adopted – would take the equivalent of taking 10,000 cars off the road. It reminded me of a fictional...

Are Air Source Heat Pumps A Threat To Geothermal Heat Pump Suppliers?

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Last year, geothermal heat pump (GHP) manufacturers introduced new heat pumps with break-through efficiency based on variable-speed compressor technology.  These manufacturers include Waterfurnace...
    






75% of Consumers would buy an Alternative Fuel Car Next says Consumer Reports Survey

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Nearly three-quarters of drivers would consider an alternative fuel vehicle for their next car. With fuel prices at near record levels, consumers are driving less and contemplating a move to...

Segway-Style Ride

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Vehicles with two wheels do not necessarily have to be bikes. Introducing now, the first Segway themed vehicles ever, with capacity for two people.

This is the Cutie Pod, a Segway themed vehicle that transforms the 2-wheeler into a multifunctional transportation pod. This wonder is balanced on a movable joint ...
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