SolaRoad pedals alternative fuel (solar) on bike path

solaroadSolaRoad is a road surface that acts as a solar panel. A SolaRoad will be officially opened on the 12th of November by Minister Kamp in Holland.  They claim it is the first road in the world that converts sunlight into electricity.

SolaRoad was developed by TNO, the Province of North-Holland, Ooms Civiel and Imtech Traffic & Infra. The road surface converts sunlight into energy. The pilot road, a bike lane, is about  230 feet made of concrete modules that can supply enough energy for three homes.

LA Auto Show Design connected car entries show new insides and outsides

LA Auto Show  2014 Design Challenge entries explore the future of automobile connectivity, “Sensing the Future: How Will Cars Interact With Us In 2029?” We have a little over a week and we will know the winners.  In the meantime, you can vote online for your choice.

Scosche fits Bluetooth head unit kits like originals for Audi, BMW, Fiat, MB, Volvo, Ford, Porsche & More

kitAs many of our readers have realized that after a few years, it is more difficult for their smartphones to work with their in-car infotainment, CD or radio receivers.  The latest iOS 8 update has disconnected and discontented many Bluetooth users.  People keep their cars for five or more years and their smartphones for two years or less.  The good news is that if you want to replace the head unit because you no longer use cassette tapes or CDs and want a new Bluetooth system Scosche is offering adapter kits to make installations look like the original.