In the spring of 2004, gas prices skyrocketed, and they never went back down. Some people blamed the war; others blamed the oil companies, which were raking in huge profits.
The truth is that a combination of factors influences oil prices. The companies themselves actually have little control over the price of oil. [...]
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Why Are Gas Prices So High, And What Can You Do About It?
How to Build Your Own Electric Vehicle
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In today’s world some people are deciding that it would be cheaper, in the long run, to own an electric vehicle and having to pay for gas in their cars. You can convert your gas vehicle into an electric vehicle fairly easily with the resources that available these days. This is of course [...]
Fuel Cells Motorcycles, Trucks, Tanks, ATVs and Fire Hazards from Heat Exchanges
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We have heard a whole lot of talk about fuel cells and of course it is a worthy endeavor. Portable generators, cars, transportation industry, Power generators, Ships, etc. can benefit. However in a mobile application such as a shuttle bus, car, truck, train, tractor, motor scooter or even a Segway air-cushioned platform mover, [...]
7 Tips to Know Before You Buy a Hybrid Vehicle
With gas prices on the rise, everyone is trying to conserve fuel. This is leading to an increased interest in hybrid cars, which are fast becoming a very popular option for many different types of people. Before you decide to buy a hybrid vehicle, you need to know the basics of their operation, the cost [...]
Electric Pedal Vehicles - The Pedal Electric Tricycle
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Electric Pedal Vehicles: These little things are goofier looking than meter maid vehicles but much more interesting. You will see that some of these vehicles are pretty amazing since they run on nothing but human power. The first of these Vehicles I want to discuss is one created by the HHEV ( Human [...]
What Fuel Saving Devices are Available - Do We Really Need Half the Oil We Use?
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There’s likely no issue more pressing to the aftermarket then fuel prices,a topic closely linked with energy costs, world politics, weather, terrorism and a number of other factors.
All signs point to at least a $3-a-gallon summer, but U.S. motorists are still driving, despite fluctuations in gas prices. In fact, the world oil market [...]
