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On September 16, 2008, GM debuted the Chevy Volt, a production version of an electric car that is expected to get up to 230 mpg, according to GM CEO Fritz Henders.

Comparing the Nissan Leaf, Toyota plug-in Prius, and Chevrolet Volt shows that the Leaf has the longest driving range (100 miles) per charge of these new electric cars.

General Motors and Coda Automotive report their electric-powered cars will be for sale next year. Comparison of GM Chevy Volt claims vs Coda car claims.

Not to be outdone by their foreign competitors and current market leaders, car makers at General Motors unveiled plans for an electric car, the aptly named Volt.

The 12 volt battery is one of the most flexible batteries available. Learn what makes a 12v battery so flexible and useful.

The Chevy Volt, which recently transitioned from concept car to upcoming production vehicle, uses a variety of technological innovations to improve performance.

GM's new Chevy Volt is an electric car that can drive up to 40 miles without a drop of gas.

High energy particle physicists who study elementary subatomic particles measure the energy of fundamental particles in units of electron volts, eVs.

Physicists measure electric current in amps, electric potential difference in volts, and electrical resistance in ohms.

Americans want greener vehicles, and manufacturers are stepping up to the challenge. Here are four vehicles coming soon that promise to save gas while being fun to own.

Photographers who fly should take steps to protect undeveloped film from the damage that can be caused by X-rays during security screenings at the world's airports,

Battery testers can be more accurate than voltmeters for testing battery life or remaining capacity. This article looks at how to choose the right tester.

Plug-in electric cars are coming to market, but two companies have different approaches to building a network of stations to keep them charged.

In electrical circuit elements the resistance in ohms, potential difference in volts, and current in amps are related by Ohm's law.

When planning an installation for overhead music, consider licensing costs, mono or multichannel outputs, wiring schemes and equipment, and the need for volume controls.

I get a lot of mail from people who replaced their vehicles computer, or more properly the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), because they have a drivability problem...

A calculation of the total energy density produced by protons in the Large Hadron Collider at CERN shows it is not likely to destroy Earth.

Small enough to fit in your pocket yet powerful enough to glow 1200 straight hours, Pak-Lite flashlights will never leave you in the dark.

If the car won't start, it could be caused for many different reasons. Following this guide will show how to troubleshoot a no start issue.

Today we talk about a 1991 Buick Skylark with "black oil" and help someone with a 1990 Ford F-150 electric fuel pump problem.

Most vessels use lead-acid storage batteries for starting engines and operation of onboard electrical equipment. Proper maintenance will lengthen their service life.

There are many products for charging mobile phones outside the home. This article looks at the main types and their advantages and disadvantages.

It's sorrow that allows us to empathize, allows us to grow and dig deep inside ourselves and explore who we are. Jackson Gregory Combs does this in his latest album.

One Fast Move or I'm Gone: Kerouac's Big Sur, a documentary soundtrack, collects 12 original songs based on Jack Kerouac's legendary 1962 novel.

According to Einstein's famous equation, all matter is made of energy, but all matter is also made of fundamental particles - little, discrete, bundles of energy.

Over time, the field of physics has discovered many new phenomena that defy easy description or naming. What do you call something that has never been seen before?

How to troubleshoot your electric range and oven. Essential steps to take before buying kitchen appliance parts. A Fluke digital multimeter will help find malfunctions.

Watt's Law describes a relationship between voltage, current and power in an electric circuit. Understanding Watt's Law is useful for calculating circuit characteristics.

Extend laptop running times or replace old internal batteries with an external battery pack. Here's how to choose.

While workplace violence is often linked to individual factors, a toxic enough work environment can tempt the toughest employee to blow a fuse.

Shore power cords are often the weak safety link in a vessel electrical distribution system. A little care and caution will improve their useful life and safety.

The wrong battery charger could shorten the lifespan of rechargeable nickel metal hydride batteries.

Battery packs are used to jump start stalled engines and can also serve as a general purpose emergency power supply. Here's how to choose a reliable jump starter.

Power inverters convert battery DC voltage to household mains AC voltage. They are used in cars, and for home solar power and disaster preparedness. Here's how to choose.

A 1996 Jeep Cherokee with a code P0108 ad a 2002 Chevy Malibu that won't always start.

This multimedia tribute to Beat king Jack Kerouac's Big Sur gives the novel new life for a new generation of readers.

An explanation of how electricity enters the home, is broken down, and is delivered to the electrical switches and outlets via the circuit breaker box and wiring.

Using energy efficient low voltage lighting will save on electrical bills, beautifully illuminate landscaping, and allow precision lighting in kitchen work areas.

Recent studies show the environmental and economic benefits of plug-in hybrid vehicles. Battery and power grid developments as well as marketing are needed.

Sailboarding in an electrical storm might be fun with the strong winds, but it can be dangerous. The risk is not huge winds or water spouts, but being hit by lightning.

Your auto repair questions answered about a 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix that has an intermittent starting problem.

The modern kitchen is a high-demand energy consumption area. It's full of kitchen appliances, GFCI receptacles, and dedicated light fixtures. Obey the building code!

A Dodge Caravan that won't start, possibly due to a very common problem.

Summer heat and winter cold are your batteries worst enemies. A little maintenance will go a long way to insure you vehicle will start even in the worst of conditions.

Readers' auto repair questions answered about a 1992 Cadillac Sedan DeVille with an ignition code.

Ohm's law states that the current through a conductor between two points is proportional to the potential difference and inversely proportional to the resistance.

Damage to CERN's Large Hadron Collider from the mishap shortly after it opened in September, 2008 required extensive repairs. The LHC will restart in late 2009.

This weekly Q&A session answers your questions about cars and trucks. This week explores a 2001 Chevy Impala with a DTC of P0502.

A 1995 Ford Escort that's overcharging and a question about replacing an oil pan.

The Toyota Prius by becoming the bestselling car in Japan, shows that modern hybrid cars, with better fuel ratings and lower prices are becoming popular to auto buyers.