Explainer
How Do Hybrid Cars and Trucks Work?
Hybrids use an internal combustion engine—and can be fueled like normal cars—but also have an electric motor and battery.
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Electric Vehicle Charging: Types, Time, Cost and Savings
How does EV charging work? Types of charging options, charging time, costs and potential savings.
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EV batteries
What materials and types of metals are used to make batteries for electric cars? How much do batteries cost? How long do they last?
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Why the Government Doesn't Research Gun Violence
A discussion about why the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention can’t study gun violence injuries and death, and how this leaves the public in the dark and at risk.
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How Science Can Make Voting Fair
Voting Rights expert Dr. Michael Latner uses science to level the playing field for voters.
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A Farm Bill for Good Food
"Good food” procurement programs can be a powerful force for a better food system. We've identified several ways the 2018 farm bill can help these programs succeed.
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Self-Driving Cars 101
How do self-driving cars work—and what do they mean for the future?
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Make a Note to the Record
If you're a federal scientist concerned about workplace changes that could imperil your agency's mission, it's important to document your observations carefully.
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Why the US Missile Defense System Won't Work
Physicist Dr. Laura Grego explains in lay terms just why the US ground-based midcourse missile defense system doesn't work.
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Self-Driving Cars Are Coming
Autonomous cars are coming. Test your knowledge on the future of driverless transportation.
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California’s Clean Fuel Standard Boosts Electric Vehicle Market
The Low Carbon Fuel Standard is California’s key to advancing electric vehicles (EVs) and meeting emission goals.
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Who's Responsible for Climate Damages?
Dr. Peter Frumhoff discusses how science is pinpointing companies’ impacts.