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Jan 23 2026TECHNOLOGY

EV's Chilly Challenge: What Owners Should Know

Electric vehicles (EVs) have become popular for their eco-friendliness and efficiency. However, when winter hits, they face a unique challenge: cold weather can significantly reduce their driving range. This issue gained attention in January 2024 when some Tesla owners in Chicago found their EVs' ba

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Dec 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

Zooming Fast: Top Electric Cars That Leave Others Behind

Electric cars are changing the game. They're not just eco-friendly; they're also incredibly fast. Let's talk about some of the quickest electric vehicles out there. First up, the Aspark Owl. This Japanese supercar is one of the fastest street-legal vehicles. It goes from 0 to 60 mph in just 1. 72 s

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Dec 10 2025WEATHER

Cold Weather and Your EV: What You Need to Know

Electric vehicles (EVs) are great, but they don't like the cold. When temperatures drop, so does their range. This isn't just a small drop either. We're talking about a big hit to how far you can go on a single charge. In really cold weather, like 20°F, an EV can lose about 41% of its range. That's

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Nov 30 2025BUSINESS

Why Electric Cars Lose Value Faster Than Gas Cars

Electric vehicles (EVs) have been around for a while now. They are becoming more common on the roads, and the technology is improving. Charging is faster, batteries last longer, and prices are dropping. However, there's a catch: EVs lose value much quicker than gas-powered cars. On average, gas car

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Nov 03 2025EDUCATION

A College's Fight for Survival: Valley Forge's Controversial Move

Valley Forge Military College is in serious trouble. Money problems and a shrinking student body have left it struggling to stay open. Now, the school's leaders are considering a risky plan to join President Trump's conservative college initiative. This initiative, called the Compact for Academic E

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Nov 01 2025EDUCATION

A Military College's Bid for Federal Funds Amid Turmoil

Valley Forge Military College is in a tough spot. They're facing money problems and big changes. Now, they're thinking about joining President Donald Trump's plan for colleges that support conservative values. This plan, called the Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, offers federal

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Jun 13 2025HEALTH

Riding into Risk: Comparing Injuries from Electric Bikes, Scooters, and Motorcycles

Electric bikes and electric scooters have surged in popularity. This has led to a rise in injuries related to these vehicles. It is important to understand the severity of these injuries and how they compare to those from traditional bikes and motorcycles. This is crucial for improving safety mea

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Apr 24 2025TECHNOLOGY

How Different Drivers Hear Their Electric Cars

Electric vehicles (EVs) are known for their quiet operation, which opens up new possibilities for designing auditory experiences (AX). This is crucial because EVs lack the familiar engine noises that drivers and pedestrians rely on for awareness. To understand how different drivers experience sounds

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Mar 10 2025POLITICS

Gaza's Power Cut: A New Low in the Conflict

Electricity to Gaza has been cut off by Israel. This move has a big impact on the daily lives of people in the region. A desalination plant, which provides drinking water to a large part of Gaza, is now affected. This plant was supplying 18, 000 cubic meters of water daily, but now it can only produ

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Feb 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Powering Up: How AI Keeps Substations Safe

Electric substations are the backbone of our power systems. They face many dangers like heat, noise, and even animal waste. These dangers can cause problems like cable failures, circuit breaker issues, and melted conductors. When these issues happen, the substation's reliability drops, and power los

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