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BSLBATT batteries successfully pass compatibility testing with Victron Energy’s inverter and charger systems

China-based lithium batteries manufacturer Wisdom Industrial Power Co. Ltd. announces that its BSLBATT Lifepo4 48V batteries have successfully passed the compatibility testing with Victron Energy’s inverter and charger systems complying with BMS-Can specification. The integration of B-LFP48-100E,  B-LFP48-120E and B-LFP48-200PW BSLBATT  batteries with Victron Energy’s inverter and charger systems is now supported by both companies, […]

November 21, 2021 by

Air frying vs. oven baking: What’s the best way to cook?

Covid’s social distancing returned many a cook back to the kitchen as the quarantine gave birth to the DIY revolution. With restaurants shut down, Americans had no choice but to cook for themselves, and they’ve continued to do so even after restaurants reopened their doors. Suddenly, we remembered how affordable and fun it can be […]

November 21, 2021 by

Ford and Rivian Deal for Joint EV Development Is Dead

Ford and Rivian have planned since 2019 to produce a Ford-branded EV together, but as of today, CEO Jim Farley says the deal is off, as reported by Automotive News. Ford told Car and Driver in a statement today that the companies have “mutually decided to focus on our own projects and deliveries.” According to […]

November 21, 2021 by

Solar Alliance Acquires First New York Solar Project

Solar Alliance Energy Inc. has completed the acquisition of a 298 kW project in New York State from Abundant Solar Power Inc. The project acquisition represents the first project Solar Alliance will own and operate under a 30-year power purchase agreement. Construction will commence in early 2022. “The completion of this acquisition is a clear […]

November 21, 2021 by

Hidden iPhone trick to make reading text easier

Finding that it’s hard to read the text in certain apps on your iPhone? Especially when you’re using an app that uses a small font size (Facebook and Instagram spring to mind).  iOS 15 has a trick up its sleeve to make this easier for you.  A lot easier!  And you don’t have to make […]

November 21, 2021 by

Getting Lost in The Land Rover Trek Competition

Roy RitchieCar and Driver From the December 2021 issue of Car and Driver. We go through the effort to set up a secret alliance with Lindsey Vonn’s team, only to learn that our Land Rover Defender 110s are hidden amongst 4000 acres of woods, and our shared walkie-talkies are quickly out of range. So we […]

November 21, 2021 by

Silicon Ranch Chooses IEA for EPC Services on Kentucky Solar Facility

Another Silicon Ranch solar facility, Millington Solar Farm, in Tennessee Infrastructure and Energy Alternatives Inc. (IEA), an infrastructure construction company with renewable energy and specialty civil expertise, has been awarded a 50 MW AC solar contract to construct the Turkey Creek Solar Ranch in Garrard County in Kentucky. Silicon Ranch Corp., an independent solar power […]

November 20, 2021 by

We Try Three of Lego’s Newest Vehicle Sets

LEGO As fans of all things Lego here at the Gear Team, we had to get our hands on the latest vehicular sets. Lego kindly obliged, sending us the new Porsche 911, Ford Raptor, and 4×4 Mercedes-Benz Zetros Trial Truck. The hardest choice was which one to crack open first. By the time we had […]

November 20, 2021 by

Green Power, Rosemawr Partner on Solar Portfolio Development and Construction

Greenpower solar system installation Green Power Developers, a New Jersey-based solar energy developer, and Rosemawr Sustainable Infrastructure Management, the sustainable infrastructure investment arm of Rosemawr Management, have begun developing, constructing and financing a portfolio of commercial and industrial solar projects across New Jersey. “New Jersey is our home base and we are excited to continue […]

November 20, 2021 by