We have launched the second volume in a new series of books opening up Low-tech Magazine’s archive by theme.
About a quarter of the existent wind turbines would suffice to power as many electric velomobiles as there are people.
Trolleybuses and trolleytrucks have all the advantages of electric cars – and none of their drawbacks.
German engineer Max Schiemann was among the first engineers to develop a commercial trolleybus system for passengers at the turn of the 20th century. He also created some unique cargo systems.
Fast recharging times generate lots of excitement, but what seems to be forgotten is that they can lead to a fabulous amount of peak demand.
The electric car is not a technology of the future, but from the past.