Expert in fluid dynamics explains how to reduce the risk of COVID-19 airborne transmission inside a car
Keeping windows open while driving at a moderate speed can increase airflow inside the cabin of the car, but which ones should you keep open?
today • ~4 min
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How superfast charging batteries can help sell the transition to electric vehicles
Batteries that can be fully charged in just five minutes may soon be a reality.
yesterday • ~6 min
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How city roads trap migrating fish
A recent US study found tyre chemicals were polluting rivers and poisoning migratory salmon.
Jan. 8, 2021 • ~5 min
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Can a future ban on gas-powered cars work? An economist explains
California's proposition to halt the sale of gasoline-powered engines may be extreme. But could it work?
Jan. 5, 2021 • ~7 min
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Electric cars will leave hole in tax revenues, says Treasury
The Treasury says taxes must rise or services cut to compensate for the loss of fuel tax income.
Dec. 18, 2020 • ~4 min
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Millions of electric cars will need charging in future – but how?
Any green industrial revolution will need lots more electric cars – we're experimenting to see what does and doesn't work.
Dec. 16, 2020 • ~6 min
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How airflow inside your car affects COVID-19 risk
"Driving around with the windows up and the air conditioning or heat on is definitely the worst scenario, according to our computer simulations."
Dec. 7, 2020 • ~7 min
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What does Boris Johnson's Green plan mean for Scotland?
The PM's plan will need to look heavily to Scotland for both the natural and the technical fixes.
Nov. 18, 2020 • ~5 min
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Electric vehicles: Your questions answered
We answer your top questions on electric cars - on charging, on range and on battery life.
Nov. 18, 2020 • ~5 min
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Ban on new petrol and diesel cars in UK from 2030 under the PM's green plan
The PM confirms he is bringing the ban forward as he sets out his "green industrial revolution".
Nov. 17, 2020 • ~7 min
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