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Back-to-school goes green
Has there been enough sunshine to justify an end to the summer holidays just yet? Arguably not. Nevertheless, the new school year is almost upon us, and it’s not going to wait to see if the weather improves.
Will skycars really rise above it?
BBC News reported yesterday on Moller International’s futuristic M200G skycar. It’s hard not to get excited about something that floats in mid-air and looks a bit like a flying saucer, but despite the BBC’s enthusiasm, we wonder whether skycars are really the answer to our earthly transport problems.
Self-checking tyres
Thanks to a spate of recent publicity, including a high-profile TV ad campaign, we all know that saggy tyres mean fewer miles per gallon.
After X and Y: the Micro Generation?
Fancy following in the footsteps of David Cameron and George W Bush?
Sat-nav shows thieves the way to go “home”
Technology can be a wonderful thing. Take satellite navigation, for example. Provided you don’t drive a lorry or like Motown tribute bands, it’s a godsend for finding your way to somebody’s workplace or home in an unfamiliar town.
Off the rails (then on again)
Ever had that public transport dilemma: bus or train?
We’ve just come across a Japanese innovation that could render that particular decision obselete.
Flood funds going unclaimed
Quite a few local authorities were given emergency cash to hand out to householders affected by June and July’s floods. Since then, we’ve noticed a few news stories suggesting that people aren’t making use of the financial help that’s available
Standby for some power saving
No matter how carefully you look after a mobile phone, within a couple of years it’s likely to be a little the worse for wear.
Small wonder at ebay
Yes, it’s a real car. Time’s running out if you want to get your hands on this Goggomobil Shopper, a remarkable 1965 model on sale via ebay.
Nice to meter?
It’s not exactly a roulette wheel in Vegas, but for those of us used to fixed water bills the idea of installing a water meter may seem like a bit of a gamble.
