Scientists find way to extend the lifespan of hydrogen fuel cells for vehicles
Hydrogen is becoming an increasingly attractive alternative fuel, especially for heavy-duty vehicles like trucks.
Hydrogen-powered vehicles have the big advantage of only emitting water vapor...
Newer planes emit less carbon, but their contrails may be doing more harm to...
Modern airplanes are more fuel-efficient and produce less carbon than older models, but a new study reveals that they might be causing more environmental...
Scientists develop earbuds that can tell when you’re about to doze off
Ever felt sleepy at work? For most of us, it’s just a sign that we need a break.
But for people who drive or operate...
Gamification reduces phone use while driving by 28%, shows study
A new study from the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine has found that turning safe driving into a game can significantly reduce...
Surge in electric scooter and bike accidents raises safety concerns
Electric scooters and bikes are becoming increasingly popular in U.S. cities, but with their rise in use comes a significant increase in accidents.
Researchers from...
Beware the “new car smell”: How hot days can make your car toxic
We all love that "new car smell" that greets us when we step into a freshly manufactured vehicle.
However, researchers have found that this pleasant...
Scientists unveil first megawatt charger for electric trucks
The Technical University of Munich (TUM), along with industry and research partners, is making strides in developing battery-powered trucks for long-distance cargo transport.
A significant...
Ants on the move: How invasive ants hitchhike on cars
Invasive ants have found a surprising new way to travel: hitchhiking on everyday vehicles.
Research shows that these ants pack up their entire colony, including...
Breakthrough in wireless charging: 270-kilowatt charge for electric vehicles
Researchers at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have achieved a significant milestone by demonstrating a 270-kilowatt (kW) wireless power transfer...
New AI technique enhances 3D mapping with 2D cameras for autonomous vehicle navigation
Researchers have developed a new technique that helps artificial intelligence (AI) programs create better maps of three-dimensional (3D) spaces using two-dimensional (2D) images from...