Business

How do jet fuel changes actually affect airfares?

As concerns grow over global fuel supplies and the cost of flying, new research from the University of Adelaide shows the relationship between jet fuel prices and airfares is not as simple as passengers might think. The study ...

Hardware

Plane battery fire tests back 100 Wh limit for carry-on devices

Lithium-ion batteries in personal electronic devices (PEDs) such as laptops, smartphones, powerbanks and electronic cigarettes can pose a serious safety risk in air travel. Damaged or overheated batteries can combust or explode. ...

Automotive

Chevrolet Bolt vs. Nissan Leaf, a $30,000 EV comparison

Many new electric vehicles are prohibitively expensive for car shoppers. But there are a few relatively low-cost options that provide plenty of usable range and utility. One great example is the Nissan Leaf. Originally debuting ...

Energy & Green Tech

Four reasons electric vehicle targets shouldn't be weakened

The UK government is preparing to water down its electric vehicle sales targets. Under the existing zero-emission vehicles (ZEV) mandate, 80% of all new cars sold in Britain would need to be electric vehicles (EVs) by 2030.

Energy & Green Tech

Mapping trade-offs to help build better EV batteries

Working with car companies, battery developers and policymakers, University of Michigan researchers have developed a framework to help stakeholders navigate toward a future with better, more affordable and more sustainable ...

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