Nuclear power, in spite of its inherent dangers, is increasingly being seen as an important stepping-stone to pure renewable energy. Nuclear waste, on the other hand, remains a critical concern.
Climate change scientists warn of the increasing dangers of following...
Hidden within the seemingly endless list of strange biological partnerships, the tale of two microbial life forms who enjoy dining together is one the most fascinating.
Deep down in the continental margins or our oceans, low temperatures and high pressure...
As emissions regulations for the automobile industry continue to strengthen, automakers are looking for the best ways to reduce fuel economy without impacting performance.
Audi's approach to increasing fuel economy actually isn't new, but has resulted in a fairly decent...
In spite of the fact that the Tesla Model S is not being marketed as a luxury vehicle, it has been finding appeal across the lines from the performance category, outselling makes like Jaguar, Audi, and Lexus. How do...
Even though the little changes we make over the course of our day, like switching to low-energy light bulbs, driving hybrid cars, recycling waste, buying eco-friendly materials, and installing solar panels, may feel futile, a slowdown in the pace...
This year's Tokyo Motor Show promises to have some of the most advanced ideas in electric vehicles, including how they fit into future smart-homes.
For example, not every electric vehicle needs to have range of up to 300 miles, such...
First, let it be known that, to date, not a single Tesla Model S has spontaneously combusted. However, with a confirmed third Tesla Model S fire on record in just a couple months' time, is there something we should...
Every year, the short cycle of gasoline prices goes up and down, “winter blend” gasoline prices typically up to 15¢ cheaper per gallon than “summer blend” prices. Do sales of hybrid and electric vehicles reflect this trend?
Currently, the national...
Many have been trying to boost efficiency of solar cells, developing and discovering new technologies that often seem too optimistic and quite adventurous.
One such example comes from British scientists at the Queen Mary University and Imperial College London. They...
Arizona is about to be the host of the latest manufacturing plant, where iPhones and iPads will be made using only renewable energy.
The giant in the electronic industry, Apple, has decided to transform a site that used to belong...
