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Two different models of electric leaf blowers are being recalled by MTD because the blower’s impeller can break while in use and strike the operator.  The recalls include 134,000 Troy-Bilt model TB180B blowers and 24,000 Remington model RM180B.

A team of researchers from the George Washington University has developed high-performance ultracapacitors that are low cost and could lead to a boost in performance for electric vehicles and portable electronics.

Mazda has issued a recall for 109,000 Tribute compact SUVs in the US due to a potential rust issue where salt is used on roadways in the winter. 2001 to 2004 model years are being recalled for corrosion of a part of the vehicle’s frame that may result in steering control loss.

On April 17^th, the city of Quebec held its third annual Get Connected Day that highlighted an attempt to break a Guinness World Record with the largest parade of electric vehicles.