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DEED advertising pays off

Electric Auto Association

Spanish language side of the DEED event promotional notices inserted into 23,000 Manteca utility bills. The members of EAA San Joaquin Valley (EAASJV), largely held back from holding in-person events since the chapter’s founding in 2019 due to the pandemic, were determined to make their 2022 Drive Electric Earth Day event a rousing success.

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DIY Gamma-Ray Spectroscopy with a Raspberry Pi Pico

Cars That Think

So when I decided to build a cheap DIY scintillating gamma spectrometer, it was the natural choice—although I didn’t realize I’d find myself navigating around teething problems of the sort that often affect a first-generation integrated circuit. I wanted to see if I could make it easy and affordable to build a spectrometer.

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From Cleaning Offices to Designing EV Charging Stations

Cars That Think

It took her four years, but she was finally able to afford the tuition for the language courses, which cost thousands of U.S. For her contributions to the field, in 2022 she was selected as one of the Top Women in EV by the organizers of the EV Summit , a leading global e-mobility event. Do what you love,” she says. she says. “So

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Maverick XL FWD EcoBoost

Clean Fleet Report

The Maverick EcoBoost was not designed to be a heavy-duty work truck, but more for the weekend warrior/home owner doing DIY projects or used for active lifestyles for activities such as biking and kayaking. In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Maverick XL FWD Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

The XL is a bargain proposition starting at $19,995, but even after adding the mandatory delivery fee of $1,495, the 2022 Maverick is still the most affordable and practical pickup on the market. In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology. Observations: 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid.

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How to Get a Plug-In Hybrid

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Today youd do it to be one of the first to drive the worlds cleanest extended range vehicle; in the future, youll do it because its an obvious and affordable win! About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Carmakers Say. If you want one now, know that youll spend far more than theyll cost when mass-produced.

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MIT Battery Breakthrough Could Revolutionize Electric Cars : Gas 2.0

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

What I do need is an affordable alternative to Lead Acid. I charge my EV for 8 hours when I get to work, and then again overnight when I get home. About 15 amps from a 110v outlet is adequate. Like most people, I tend to drive less than 30 miles a day, so I won’t run out of charge. is a Green Options Media Production.

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