Energy Efficiency News
Alternative Mode of Transportation this Holiday seasonâ¦Segway
Published December 22, 2010
I have caught the Segway fever!This year, I discovered how fun it is to glide on a Segway to see big city sites and landmarks. I have become somewhat of a regular at the dealership. Besides looking awesome gliding the streets of metropolitan cities with ease, you are also being energy efficient in your choice of transportation. prides itself on being an eco-friendly mode of transportation. The Segway runs on electricity, a plug-in vehicle of sorts. The range of a fully-charged Segway is 16 â 24 miles, depending on factors like terrain and riding style. To cruise about 20 miles means the Segway needs 1040 kWh of electricity. The company has a that details the emission reduction and energy efficiency of its product. The Segway can move at speeds up to 12 mph, make zero radius turns, and navigate with ease.Besides supporting my own local Segway dealership, Iâve also enjoyed sneaking in 2 hour Segway tours in cities I have visited. Almost every major city including Bos...
Top 5 Solar Powered Oddities (Video News)
Published December 7, 2010
Photovoltaic panels, which harness the rays of the sun to produce electricity, are common on satellites, green homes, and the concept cars built by engineering students. Increasingly, however, solar power is driving a range of gadgets, vehicles, and structures formerly reliant on traditional energy sources. Recently, , ...
Top 5 Solar Powered Oddities (Video News)
Published December 7, 2010
Photovoltaic panels, which harness the rays of the sun to produce electricity, are common on satellites, green homes, and the concept cars built by engineering students. Increasingly, however, solar power is driving a range of gadgets, vehicles, and structures formerly reliant on traditional energy sources. Recently, , ...
