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electric commuter vehicle on this page, but all of the text is in Chinese. Thankfully, the China Post has some information on the four-wheeled, one-person enclosed EV on this page. From there, we learn that the vehicle, unveiled today … More: continued here

If you’re at all familiar with the 100+ year history of the electric car, then the fact that there are women in the photo above should not surprise you one whit. If you need a refresher, check out this post on women and electric cars and … More: continued here

I know if I saw affordable, good looking, four door sedans driving around the streets of China for under $30000, for a whole year while it went through testing in America, I might start to look into the electric car grey market. … More: continued here

We’ve bringing exciting news – in the most recent cases, from the Tokyo Motor Show preview series – about major automakers that are bringing out all-electric concepts. Last week, for example, we learned about the very practical Subaru … More: continued here

Tesla’s Big Idea was to start with an electric car that appeals to the id, not the superego. From the start, Mr. Eberhard says he wanted a car that could outrun a Porsche in a 0-60 trial, and would go 250 miles on a charge. … More: continued here

Call him geeky, but Greenbang loves this kind of thing: Time has put together a guide to the development of the electric car, including little gems like the CitiCar pictured here. Did you know, for example, that an electric buggy of … More: continued here

A tiny, one-seater electric car with a 30-mile range that is actually pretty zippy (70+ mph). It would be a practical choice for many people who have short commutes and who normally do so all alone in a car […] More: continued here

I’ve heard auto-industry lobbyists make bizarre claims that cleaner car regulations will limit consumer choice, as though consumers are still demanding cars with terrible mileage in the days of $3.00 per gallon. … More: continued here

Whether it’s a concern for the environment or the increasing cost of fuel, more and more people are seeing the hybrid vehicle as a viable option. Hybrid cars are appealing because they pair a gasoline engine with one or more electric motors to achieve higher fuel efficiency and extremely low emissions. More: continued here

Right now in the United States, there is a huge push for people to use alternative fuels as opposed to gasoline. There are many reasons for this push. Generally, it's because alternative fuels are kinder to the environment and can help to combat the ever-growing problem of global warming.

The truth is definitely becoming clearer. Thanks to widespread news coverage and Al Gore’s book and documentary, people are becoming more and more aware that energy needs to be conserved, even if it means inconvenience. Recycling isn’t something only “tree-huggers” do anymore. Even big companies are getting into the habit of recycling and reusing their waste products. My local Wal-mart …

When designing a solar home, carefully plan to accommodate and benefit from the sun’s shifting patterns and other natural, seasonal cycles. Before finalizing a building plan, spend time at the site at different times of the day, and pay attention to the sun, wind and weather. More: continued here

Petroleum or crude oil is a naturally occurring liquid found in formations in the Earth consisting of a complex mixture of hydrocarbons (mostly alkanes) of various lengths. Petroleum literally means rock oil; oil that comes from rock. Petroleum or Crude Oil is a naturally occurring hydrocarbon-based liquid which is sometimes present in porous rocks beneath the earth’s surface. More: continued …

Awareness of environmental issues and the difference we as individuals can make to help protect our planet is increasing day by day. Even energy companies are now changing the way they operate so that the impact they have on global warming can be reduced. However, rules and regulations that govern energy companies have, up to this point, been failing to …

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Petroleum Products are easily recognized in the gasoline we use to fuel our cars and the heating oil we use to warm our homes. Lesser known uses of petroleum-based components are plastics, medicines, food items, and a host of other products. More: continued here

Being energy-efficient is not an empty word. While you may have no idea about it, there is a huge difference between running your kitchen in an “energy-efficient mode” and not caring about it at all. The difference in electricity bills which can sum up even to several hundred dollars a year – a sum certainly worthy of your attention. More: …

Energy efficiency standards for all new property have been being raised by most nations year on year, for some years now, with the intention of gradually reducing the energy demand burden from our buildings on oil and non-renewable energy based power. Nevertheless, to carry on forever, making buildings more efficient makes little sense if the cost rises, or the functionality …

Energy used in homes is responsible for more than a quarter of the UK’s carbon emissions, and about 80 per cent of the energy we use is for heating. This is why turning down your thermostat, having good insulation and more efficient boilers can help tackle climate change, reduce air pollution, cut fuel bills and can add value to your …

FROM THE FIELD TO THE FUEL TANK! The black smoke. That unmistakable smell. Diesel drivers, in increasing numbers, are trying a cleaner burning fuel that leaves a French fry smell behind – BioDiesel. For quite some time now, owners of diesel cars have enjoyed cost savings from better fuel economy and lower maintenance costs, compared to their gas powered counterparts. …