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- The Chevy Volt Fires: Another TheoryChevy Volts have caught fire under test conditions when their lithium-ion batteries have suffered damage. The author offers a theory as to how this problem could have escaped resolution by GM's engineers.
- House Republicans Question Safety of Chevy Volt BatteriesHouse Republicans railed against the Obama Administration Wednesday during a hearing on General Motor’s Chevy Volt, after a probe conducted by the federal auto safety agency ruled that the electric cars’ batteries are not prone to causing fires.
- GM Announces Free Fix for Chevy Volt Battery FiresA design flaw, discovered by NHTSA, allowed the possibility of battery packs in the Chevy Volt to catch fire sometimes weeks after an accident. GM has announced a fix for the battery fire issue.
Will Total Recall Short-circuit the Chevy Volt?Every Chevrolet Volt plug-in electric vehicle is being recalled to fix potential fire hazards. Will the move have an effect on the struggling electric car industry?- Natural Gas Honda Civic Beats Electric Volt as the Right Green CarCompressed natural gas vehicles like the Honda Civic CNG may be the right green car.
- Learn to Love (or at Least Not Fear) Electric CarsElectric cars are here to stay and despite the melodrama surrounding the NHTSA report of the Volt, are very safe. Electricity has been powering everything else in our lived for decades and yet is demonized in cars and the Volt has become the scapegoat.
GM Announces Free Loaner Cars for Volt Owners Involved in CrashesGM is offering to loan vehicles to Chevy Volt owners who have been involved in a crash and are now suffering from fire anxiety.- Chevy Volt Fires Raise Doubts About Electric Car Lithium-Ion BatteriesThe NHTSA is investigating a fire that occurred on its own lots. A Chevy Volt used in a side-impact crash test caught fire on the lot 3 weeks after being used in the test.
- 9-Volt Battery Secret Hiding PlaceTurn a 9-volt battery into a secret hiding place.
Upgrading Your RV's BatteriesWhen it's time to upgrade your RV's batteries, replacements seem heavy and expensive. The alternative is less expensive and heavy than you might think, and has more power. Learn more here.
Chevy, Don't Give China the Farm for a Piece of the ForestWhy giving China the IP for the Chevy Volt in order to get a lower selling price is a BAD idea.
How to Recharge Your Laptop or Portable Device with a Solar PanelWhen working or living far from an electrical outlet it can be a challenge to be able to recharge your electrical batteries for any portable electronic devices you may have. Fortunately by using a solar panel you can recharge ...- Low Volts Speaks About San Diego Music Award Best New Artist NominationLow Volts Speaks about San Diego Music Award Best New Artist Nomination
- Charging Batteries for Digital Cameras and Other Electronic Devices While OverseasHere's a tip for photographers and other electronics users who travel to foreign countries. If you use a digital camera or other electronic device that needs its battery charged bring a compatible voltage converter or transformer or both.
Chevrolet Announces 2012 Volt DetailsThe car will be available nationwide, cheaper than the 2011 model and with more features
An Excellent, Professional, Solid 9 Volt Battery ChargerThis is a solid charger that has handled a huge workload for me. For $50 I can't see how to rate this less than 5 stars (and I don't like giving those out too much). It isn't perfect, it is light as a feather which can mean durability issues.
Electric Vehicles Are Coming to Dealers; More Charging Stations to Become AvailableMost people agree that the 1914 Detroit Electric was the first electric vehicle. Since them, automakers have spent almost 100 years perfecting the internal combustion engine.- February Sales of the Chevy Volt, Nissan Leaf LacklusterDespite a great deal of hype and rising gas prices, sales of the newest versions of electric hybrid cars have been somewhat less than stellar. According to Autobloggreen, GM sold just 281 Volts and Nissan just 67 Leafs for the month of February.
The Great Green Chevy Volt: Less for MoreThe Chevy Volt is destined for the dustbin of history and here is why
Nissan Leaf Versus Chevy Volt Specs and Features- Round TwoIn the first article, we discussed the powertrain differences between the Chevy Volt and Nissan Leaf. In Round Two of the shootout, I will explore some of the notable features these vehicles have to offer.- Plug-In Electric Vehicle Maintenance CostsA very basic breakdown for 5 year operating costs between a Chevy Volt compared to a Chevy Cruze LS for a period of five years.
The All New Nissan Leaf Versus the Chevy Volt- Round OneWith fuel prices increasing all over the world, global recessions and financial belt tightening- More people than ever are paying close attention to a new vehicle's EPA-endorsed MPG sticker.- Diagnosing a Automobile Battery ProblemYour car's battery is the brain of the power system. What I mean is...Without it not anything works. Just like a battery in any electronic tool, your car's battery will need to be replaced every three to five years on average.
- This Chick's Top 5 Tech Cars for 2011This list of top tech cars for 2011 is has something that is appealing for most everyone.
- Car of the Year Award 2011: Goes Green, Red, White and BlueThe North American Car of the Year for 2011 is the eco-friendly Chevy Volt, beating out the Hyundai Sonata and the battery powered Nissan Leaf. But there was more green on this scene - is a new car trend on the horizon?
2011 Chevy Volt ReviewVolt is an electric vehicle that uses gas to create its own electricity.
Could the 2011 Chevrolet Volt Electric Car Be a Game-changer for the American Automaker?A look at the 2011 Chevrolet Volt electric car. could the 2011 Chevrolet volt change the soiled face of the American auto manufacturers?
Pro Audio Compressor-Limiter BasicsIf you have a pro audio sound system you need at least one compressor-limiter. Here's why.
Peak Performance 12-Volt 2-in-1 Heater/Defroster PKCOJPIf your heater went out in your automobile, this 12-volt plug-in heater will not help you.- Understanding Household Electric Terms: Volts, Amps, and WattsUnderstanding what basic household electric terms such as volts, amps, and watts are helps you contemplate a new appliance purchase, practice safe electric usage, and read your electric bill!
- The Chevy Volt:Logic or FashionA look at the economics of the Chevy Volt
- Chevy Volt Receives 2011 Awards - Will it Live Up to the Hype?The Chevy 2011 electric vehicle Volt has earned accolades from Motor Trend magazine, Automobile magazine, Green Car Journal and Car and Driver magazine. Will the Volt live up to the expectations?
Power Up - Increase Your Solar Panel's Output by Up to 10%Learn how to use mirrors to increase the output of your solar panels. Simply by putting a mirror in front of a solar panel to reflect sunlight onto the panel the output can be increased by 5 to 10 percent.- Why I Didn't Meet My Weight GoalI was on track to lose 20 pounds by the end of the summer. Then summer came, my eating habits changed and I gained weight by the end of the summer.
Motor Trend Names Chevy Volt as Car of the YearWhat Motor Trend naming the Chevy Volt as car of the year may mean to the automobile industry.
The 5 Best Non-iPhone, Non-Adroid Cell PhonesThe iPhone and Android phones are popular, but they aren't the only good phones on the market! Here are five of the better non-iPhone and non-Android phones available on the market!
Electrical Terms You Should KnowThe poseur's guide continues with this brief overview of some of the major terms and jargon associated with electricity.
Hot Trend in the International Automotive Industry: Green Decisions & the Chevy VoltThe Chevrolet Volt, a trendy new green hybrid car scheduled for US release next month, has some innovations and changes for the automobile industry. There are some impressive facts about the Volt, but there are also contradictions and obstacles.- Hot Trend in the International Automotive Industry: Green Decisions & the Chevy VoltSome things are new to green cars, but a lot is not. Many people are eco-conscious and would like to extend the same conscientiousness to their vehicles. Find out what may influence your decisions for going green with cars like the Chevrolet Volt.
GM Finally Releases Full Details on the Chevrolet VoltTwo years after the production version was introduced, the Chevrolet Volt is finally unveiled in all its details.
