Electric cars like Chevy's new Volt are too expensive today, but they won't be for long.
General Motors has announced that the bottom-end version of the Chevy Volt, its new electric car, will cost $41,000. Even after a generous federal rebate, it's still pricey. More about Electric cars like Chevy's new Volt are too expensive today, but they won't be for long.
Police issue warnings on e-bikes
Niagara Regional Police are warning the growing number of people taking to roadways with new electric bikes, mopeds and other power-assisted gadgets to check the law about whats allowed and whats not. More about Police issue warnings on e-bikes
Ford's 40 MPG Car
The Fiesta is currently the best-selling car in the old country, taking on all comers with a lively mix of style and a premium feel that's priced to sell More about Ford's 40 MPG Car
Letters To The Editor
Aviation congestion and noise is a long-standing problem, especially in the New York metropolitan area. As a Long Islander, I am familiar with the problems caused by airplane noise and know how frustrating it can be. More about Letters To The Editor
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Persistent wildfires threaten Voronezh: fire, earlier raged in the suburbs, moved to the city limits. Several large forest fires raging in Voronezh on Thursday, the city has clouded in a gray shroud. More about add. formats
07/30/10 Art
"IN THE SHADOW OF PAHTO." 4:30 p.m. Aug. 7. Goldendale Senior Center, 115 East Main St., Goldendale. Regional Native American works. Wine tasting, dinner and auction. Cost: $14 in advance, $17 at the door. Info: Golden Art Gallery, 509-773-5100 or www.thegoldenartgallery.com. More about 07/30/10 Art
Engineering for Development in the Third World Needs a Makeover, Finds Professor
In the developing world, philanthropic engineers offer rescue by wizardry, their bag of marvels filled with technical tricks like off-the-grid electricity fueled by scrub brush and washing machines powered by bicycles. Technological quick-fixes are a powerful lure, but the results will not meet the promise until technology bows to the larger context, according to a recent study co-authored by ... More about Engineering for Development in the Third World Needs a Makeover, Finds Professor
Porsches plug-in sports car
All-electric Boxster convertibles on test as Porsche races into the future. More about Porsches plug-in sports car
Sports Calendar
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Rental Bicycles Eyed To Boost Tourism In Japan
TOKYO Capitalizing on the increasing popularity of bicycles for their health and environmental benefits, many local Japanese communities are trying to attract tourists and encourage them to stay longer by offering bicycle-rental services at a low price. More about Rental Bicycles Eyed To Boost Tourism In Japan