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Entries for August 2008

Hypermiling: A New Approach to Combating Gas Woes

Posted by Marc Laspina on 8/26/2008 at 1:00 PM

By Dennis McCafferty

With prices at the pump squeezing budgets, some drivers are taking a new approach when it comes to what's called hypermiling, which is the implementation of simple but effective driving techniques to get the very most mileage out of your vehicle.

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Not Your Father's Motorcycle

Posted by Marc Laspina on 8/19/2008 at 1:00 PM

By Dennis McCafferty

More and more folks are turning to motorcycles as a response to the gas crisis. This trend is becoming fairly evident even in sections of the country where the chopper is revered.

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Keeping Solar Accessories Powered Up

Posted by Marc Laspina on 8/15/2008 at 1:00 PM

By Bill Howard

Gasoline may cost $4 a gallon, but the sun's energy still costs 0 cents per kilowatt hour if you can harness it.

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Robocars: Are Self-Driving Cars Next?

Posted by Marc Laspina on 8/5/2008 at 1:00 PM

By Salvatore Salamone

When it comes to cars that drive themselves, science fiction may have over-promised, as there is a long, rich history of imagination to catch up with. However, progress is being made to a point where successful demonstrations continue to push the envelope.

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