Charging Tips for Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles: Don't Charge Too Full, 80%-90% is Better for the Battery

Recently, while charging my plug-in hybrid vehicle, a guy next to me saw that I stopped at 85% and unplugged the charger, ...
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“Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home” Theme for Fire Prevention Week

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) – the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week™ for more than 100 years – has announced “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home” as ...

Tips on handling lithium-ion batteries to prevent fiery mishaps

In anticipation of National Fire Prevention Week, rescue crews are providing tips on how to properly handle lithium-ion ...
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How To Choose The Right Size Car Battery Charger For Your Needs

A couple of decades ago, having a dead battery usually meant pulling out jumper cables and hoping your friendly neighbor (if you didn't own a secondary car) would be kind enough to give you a jolt to ...

MIT scientists discover how to make batteries charge faster

Researchers at MIT have made a discovery that could lead to significantly faster-charging electric cars and devices. The ...

Roswell’s fire prevention message focuses on lithium-ion batteries

The City of Roswell is promoting Fire Prevention Week from Oct. 5 to 11, focusing on the safe use of lithium-ion batteries in ...