Both the base load and the quantities of electricity required at peak times could easily be provided by batteries. The necessary quantities alone are gigantic. Now there is another taste of what is possible. Of course, the remarkably large electricity storage system was connected to the grid in eastern China,...

Huge battery storage system with solid-state accumulators connected to the power grid

Although solar energy alone cannot fully power a car for real-world usage, manufacturers are overcoming challenges and getting closer by the hour.

Why Electric Cars Don't Have Solar Panels

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"It's a new way of looking at the future of concrete."

New Kind Of Cement Could Turn Homes And Roads Into Giant Batteries

Dragonfly Energy is now a provider of lithium-based liftgate power solutions for Refreshment Services Pepsi, a privately held independent bottler and distributor of Pepsi-Cola products. With distribution centers across the U.S., Refreshment Services Pepsi will begin integrating the company's Battle Born Batteries products into their fleet to power liftgate operations. This shift to lithium-ion technology offers Refreshment Services Pepsi cost savings and environmental advantages over lead-acid batteries.

Dragonfly Energy powers Pepsi deliveries with new liftgate battery systems

Glass is a unique material used for its chemical stability and visual transparency. It is commonly used in solar panels as a protective outer layer. In its annual PV Module Index, the Renewable Energy Test Center (RETC) examined emerging issues in solar glass manufacturing and field performance. It found reports of a concerning rise in solar panel glass spontaneously breaking in the field, sometimes even before commissioning.

Spontaneous glass breakage on solar panels on the rise

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Charging your phone might now seem like a simple and automatic part of your daily routine, but there’s more going on under the hood than you think.After all, one of the few drawbacks to our connected modern existence is we’re almost always monitoring the battery life of our phones – to make sure they don’t run out, and charging habits play a huge part in this. Here are some common mistakes you might be making…Modern phones almost exclusively use rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, and while these batteries have proven to be really size-efficient and adaptable, they still have some limitations. In...

The common mistakes you’re making when charging your phone

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Kawasaki has made some of the most iconic motorcycles in the world, but iconic doesn't always mean widespread. Check out how much these rare bikes cost today.

10 Of The Rarest Kawasaki Motorcycles Ever Made (And What They're Worth Today)

When looking at used Honda CR-Vs from certain years, you have a choice between a 1.5-liter and 2.4-liter engine. We look at the pros and cons of each.

Honda 1.5L Vs. 2.4L Engine: Which Is Better If You're Buying A Used CR-V?

Smartphones keep getting bigger, to the point that few new phones qualifying as "smaller" are left on the market. How do we define "big" vs. "small" smartphones, though? The best rule of thumb comes from a study that LG conducted around the 2013 release of its G2 flagship smartphone, which showed that a width of 2.8 inches is just about the biggest phone that most people can comfortably hold one-handed. The list of currently available small smartphones with well-supported software is pretty short, limited to pretty much just base Apple iPhones, base Samsung Galaxy S phones, the Google Pixel 8, and the Asus Zenfone 10. If you're like me and you want a smaller phone, this limited selection can be particularly infuriating, especially if you're looking at your carrier's even more limited selection.

Why Apple Discontinued The iPhone Mini

In 1967 Dodge produced the Coronet WO23. Here is what made that car one of the ultimate machines on the street and on the track.

Here's What Made The '67 Dodge Coronet WO23 The Ultimate Street Machine

There are a lot of inexpensive power bricks on Amazon. This particular one from PGYOB can be found on Amazon for under $100, but is it worth the money?

Is This Cheap 200W Power Station From Amazon Any Good? We Put It To The Test

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Any person who owns and drives a car can consider their vehicle their home on wheels. Whether you're the type of person who routinely deep cleans or you're fine with a bit of clutter here and there, at some point, it might be a good idea to give your car's interior a once over. The quickest way to do that by having a compact car vacuum handy so you can quickly tidy up whenever needed (not to mention avoiding some common car cleaning mistakes). Given that portability is essential in cleaning your vehicle on the go, you probably will want something cordless. Compared to corded and professional-grade car vacuums, the suction power will, of course, be reduced on the handheld version of the tool. You also likely won't be able to suck up liquid spills.

We Tried The Most Popular Handheld Car Vacuum On Amazon: Is It Worth Your Money?

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Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. We’re in the process of customizing a classic camper for a colleague. One of his first requests was for it to include a portable power station that could double as a home backup system so that when the grid goes down, he doesn’t lose his year’s stash of elk meat. So when we got the chance to test the new EcoFlow Delta Pro 3 power station, we were particularly excited to see if it would be a good fit for him, as well as for others wanting a versatile home backup system that’s relatively affordable.

We Tried the All-New EcoFlow Delta Pro 3: The Battery Generator to Power Your Entire Home

The invention of the internal combustion engine in the late 19th century altered the course of civilization, profoundly transforming transportation, industry, and everyday life. Various fuels were tested in the early days, but gasoline showed itself to be the best choice. For decades, it was viewed as pretty much the only choice, even though a German inventor named Rudolf Diesel had developed a more efficient alternative engine in the 1890s. The adoption of diesel engines only began to accelerate after World War I, and further expanded during and after World War II.

How Long Can Diesel Fuel Be Stored Before It Starts Degrading?

London has created ULEZs, or Ultra Low Emission Zones, and has installed special equipment, including hi-tech cameras, in order to properly regulate them.

What Are ULEZ Cameras & What Are They Used For?

Trijet planes used to be common around the world, but with the rise of twinjets, you don't see many anymore. Here are some of the biggest ones to ever fly.

10 Of The Biggest Trijets To Ever Grace The Skies

Engineers not only design aircraft carriers to float, but do it so well that they can be near impossible to sink.

Here's How Aircraft Carriers Stay Afloat With All That Weight

Portable power stations and solar panels are essential accessories for campers, road trippers and people who enjoy the outside world. They're also handy back at home if you live in a part of the world where the local power grid isn't as reliable as it could be. However, these products can be expensive, often putting the best out of reach of most people. Right now, though, you can save up to 50% on Jackery power stations, solar generators, solar panels and more in this huge sale.

Save Up to 50% on Portable Power Stations With Jackery's July 4th Weekend Sale

The internet is a big place, and some well-chosen extensions can make the difference between finding the information you need and getting frustrated.

These 5 Chrome Extensions Were Designed To Make Your Life Online Easier

Smartphones have made life a lot easier, but you might not be using your iPhone to its full potential. You can use it to automate a lot of mundane things.

10 Ways To Automate Your Daily Activities With An iPhone

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What To Consider Before Installing A New Home Battery

Slowly, but surely, the world is moving away from traditional fossil fuels and transitioning into a renewable, battery-powered future. It's not a fast or pleasant transition,...

What To Consider Before Installing A New Home Battery

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