Automakers envision electric cars as a solution to gas price jumps. Environmentalists see bluer skies. And electric utilities? They could be the biggest winners of all.
Electric cars use lots of juice and are typically plugged in to recharge at night when utilities have excess power-generating capacity. That’s great for power companies.
But electric cars and plug-in hybrids, which are expected to start hitting the streets next year, could pose a challenge for …Â Details
Bristol Motor Speedway continues to be a track favorite for race fans. But, planning a trip to Bristol for Sunday’s Food City 500 is not as easy as it used to be. BMS officials are doing as much as possible to give race fans the best value for their buck.
“Anything that we can do right now, especially anything that we can apply to the fan experience and the Bristol experience… Details
Around 10,000 Britons a year are injured on the slopes.
But should the sport be regarded as any more dangerous than a game of football?
Safety experts insist not, and here’s why.
What is the likelihood of getting injured en piste?
With an average of 34 deaths a year, or 0.69 fatalities per million skiers and snowboarders, it is a very safe sport, providing you have the proper training and equipment, according to Dupont Emergency Response Solutions. …Â Details
The Texas AgriLife Extension Service Youth Advisory Board is sponsoring a Youth Canoe Race and Fun Day Saturday, March 29.
The event will begin with registration at Howell’s Canoe Livery 1:30 p.m. with a race overview and instructions.
Cash prizes for first through third place will be awarded in each age division and other prizes will also be awarded. Refreshments will be served.
The entry deadline is Monday, March 23…. Details