It turns out the rusty old tow truck that inspired the beloved Disney Pixar character, Mater, is on display in the tiny town of Galena, Kan., population 3,200. The more you know.

theonlymagicleftisart:

(Emmanuel Delaby)

Today: the future of the electric car, with science writer Seth Fletcher.

ianbrooks:

Electric Shoe Car

A footwear manufacturer in China has made an electric car out of a giant shoe. It can carry two people up to 250 miles at speeds of up to 20mph on a single charge of the battery underneath the driver’s seat.

I’d hate to see the odor eater designed for that thing. In related news, Mario preparing to sue:

(source: gizmodo)

Tomorrow: a discussion about the future of the electric car — and the batteries needed to power them — with science writer Seth Fletcher