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Why Cant We Make Solar Powered Cars?
Over the last several years, the automobile industry has taken great strides toward creating a “greener” driving experience. From hybrids to biodiesel, consumer demand for environmentally friendly cars is definitely high, but it seems no car manufact…
Japan EV Club sets Guinness record for 345.23 mile trip
The Daihatsu Mira Van that was electrified by the Japan EV Club has had its 555.6 kilometer (345.23 miles) run recognized by the Guinness World Book of Records as the the longest journey by a non-solar electric vehicle without recharging.
Technology Review: Smarter Chargers for Electric Vehicles
The devices could help stabilize the grid, and make charging electric cars cheaper.This spring, GE will start selling a line of “smart charging stations,” devices that communicate with utilities to optimize charging, for electric vehicles. The technology could be key to ensuring that electric cars don’t strain the power grid, and it could cut down
The Future of Electric Autos – 10 Green Cars of Tomorrow
#7 – Hyundai Blue-Will Concept — Hyundai says the Hyundai Blue-Will Concept shows where the company’s heading on several fronts, including hybrid technology, exterior design, interior features and the use of futuristic materials. Solar cells power a fan that keeps the interior cool when the car is parked in the hot sun.
Electric Car That Splits Into Two Smaller Cars (No Joke)
Hungarian car company Antro’s ambitious reinvention of the modern auto involves, creating a six-seat hybrid-solar car that splits into two three-seater cars……………………..
Converting an Old Trackor to Run on Solar Power [Photos]
If you think that solar-powered vehicles are no more than a fantasy at the moment, it’s time for you to think again. A bunch of students at the Bonham ISD High School, in Bonham, Texas, are trying to build an E-Tractor as a part of their Electric Vehicle Project for the 2009/2010 school year.
Converting an Old Tractor to Run on Solar Power [Photos]
If you think that solar-powered vehicles are no more than a fantasy at the moment, it’s time for you to think again. A bunch of students at the Bonham ISD High School, in Bonham, Texas, are trying to build an E-Tractor as a part of their Electric Vehicle Project for the 2009/2010 school year.
World trip in wind and solar powered car
Mark Muller, a Swiss engineer, plans to go on a 40,000 km trip around the world in this car that is powered only by the wind and the sun.
1st Solar-Powered Electric Vehicle Charging Station in NYC
Electric vehicles (EVs) are great, but better if you are not charging them from coal-powered electricity. Solar-powered charging stations are beginning to pop up now to address this situation…New York just got its first one as well thanks to sustainable energy company Beautiful Earth Group.
Points to Ponder about RV Solar Panels: Digg
People install RV solar panels to harness the sun’s energy to power up their electronic devices inside the recreational vehicle. There’s no need to use noisy fossil fuel generators along the way, and you’ll save on generator fuel as well. But before you purchase an RV solar panel kit, you need to know a couple of things. One of the most importa
Riding across Australia on a solar-powered trike
Year 8 to Year 12 students from Ballarat’s Damascus College are attempting to ride their way into the record books by riding a distance of 3775 km in about two weeks time on a solar-powered three-wheeled bike.
Matthew McConaughey “spaceage” trailer
This gleaming new toy has a propane generator, solar panels and is capable of “living off grid”. Gorgeous custom built Airstream looks like a surfers dream home.
5 mpg = green in NASCAR
NASCAR has already gone solar and wants to help you (not themselves) use less fuel, but cold hard reality is that those ovals are being made in cars that get around five miles per gallon. Not exactly hybrid SUV territory there. So to reduce the amount of fossil fuels used in each race, race organizers are looking to maybe using alternative fuels…
The World Solar Car Race Challenge (PICS)
The World Solar Challenge, part of the Global Green Challenge, is currently taking place in Australia. Some 35 solar-powered cars from 15 different countries are racing from Darwin to Adelaide – a distance of more than 3,000km (1,864 miles) through the Outback
New Electric Car Consumes Less Power Than a Toaster
With just days left before the Global Green Challenge commences to decide who’s got the best solar-powered vehicle, the University of New South Wales thinks that its Sunswift IV has got everything it needs to emerge as the winner.
Weird-looking solar car for the World Solar Challenge
Solar-powered vehicle designed by a German University to compete in the World Solar Challenge.
Solar Forest Keeps Electric Cars Cool And Charged
The solar panels actually follow the sun throughout the day for maximum efficiency. And that canopy provides some much needed shade for the cars below. The tree trunks are like a giant power strips for electric vehicles. Cars can just plug in and cool off.
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Honda’s New Solar Hydrogen Station for your Home
Posted by admin in Autos on February 9, 2010
What if you never had to visit the gas station again? In fact, what if you could tap into alternative fuels simply by pulling into your own garage? The company announced its new Honda Solar Hydrogen Station this week to accolades from consumers and commentators alike.
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