Tuesday, 17 March 2015

Goodyear BHO3 concept tire generates electricity



One of the biggest hurdles that electric cars face in going mainstream is range anxiety – that dreadful realization that you're in the middle of nowhere and your car might not reach the next charging station. To help combat this, Goodyear came up with its BHO3 concept tire, which generates electricity by converting heat and motion into current as the tire rolls ... and even when it's standing still. .. Continue Reading Goodyear BHO3 concept tire generates electricity

Section: Automotive

Tags: Electricity, Energy, Geneva Motor Show 2015, Piezoelectric, Thermoelectricity, Tire

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