Don't waste money on an old-fashioned tie. And don't waste money on these gifts either.

The secret to a long life might be how old your father or grandfather was when they reproduced.

This light, spicy, beer is perfect for saying “Cheers” to dad on Father’s Day and enjoying throughout the whole summer.

A newly developed insulation from students at California State University could dramatically reduce the cost of air conditioning.

Scientists have found the genetic mechanism behind chronic pain in bugs.

Irish teen Fionn Ferreira won the 2019 Google Science Fair for removing microplastics from water.

The all-new Toyota Camry Hybrid is perfect for your next family road trip.

Toyota introduces the Prius family to America with a fun new media campaign.

Limbaugh blasts GM for trying to sell the Chevrolet Volt in China, but his central premise (based on a New York Times story, no less) may be wrong.

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General Motors sold more than 1,100 Chevy Volts in October.

Toyota's 2011 North American Environmental Report shows progress towards meeting the automaker's five-year goals.

The 2012 Toyota Prius V is capable of 44mpg in the city.

Ford Motor Company plans to use 30% less water per vehicle by 2015.

2012 may prove to be the year of the electric car. Some of the world’s biggest automakers will be bringing new electric vehicles to market in 2012. They are n

It's political. The mantra is that electric cars shouldn't be government-subsidized, but some of the same critics of these programs have no problem with billion

Ford announces that its new, faster-charging plug-in hybrid Ford Fusion will get 100+ MPGe. Oh, and it's cute, too.

The North American International Auto Show is re-energized, and here are some of the high-voltage highlights.

BMW is fielding an all-new 3-Series, and with it an ActiveHybrid 3 that offers both zero to 60 in 5.6 seconds and about 37 mpg. Up a notch, there's the ActiveHy

Am I the only one who finds the interior design of cars just as compelling as the exterior?

A Toyota Prius designed for the young urban driver will be available in March 2012.

Toyota partnered with Saatchi & Saatchi LA for its fun Prius c marketing campaign.

The show opens up today for members of the media.

According to a new Consumer Reports survey, 37% of car buyers consider fuel efficiency first.

With all the terminology about green cars and climate change, it's hard to make sense of it all. This graphic from One Block off the Grid breaks it down, from t

Austin's 'Chevy Volt Village' makes a handy political target, but in fact clean energy — and especially wind power — has been very, very good for Texas' ec

The Detroit automaker gets a touch of campaign fever with new marketing aimed to take down the competition.

The biennial event is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of alternative fuel vehicles.

Yet another reason to invest in a hybrid and electric vehicle: During storm-related blackouts they — with the compulsory assistance of an inverter — can pre

The California New Car Dealers Association reports that the Toyota Prius was the best-selling car in California in 2012.

This blogger and her sister were tasked with driving a stretch of historic Route 66 on a single tank of gas in the new Ford Fusion Energi plugin hybrid.

The high-performance NSX from Acura will be a platform for hybrid technology and lightweighting.

Despite $2 a gallon gas, automakers are still going green, and the popularity of the gas-electric range extender format is just one example.

55 mpg would be great, but an Eco model would be even better.

The all-new Niro is joined by revamped versions of the Optima.

Use a potato instead of non-stick cooking spray on your grill.

Commercially made cat trees can cost hundreds of dollars, but you can save money and make your kitty happy with DIY feline furniture.

'The New Cocktail Hour' will turn anyone into a home mixologist.

Don't have a bottle opener? Summer your inner MacGyver with these tips.

If you have an indoor cat, you have a litter box. Finding a good place to keep the box is tricky, especially if you live in a small place. Here are some ideas.

You don't need a yard to grow vegetables and herbs. Container gardening with specialty seeds will make the the most of your limited space.

There aren't many ways to get rid of crabgrass, but here are some ways you can naturally keep it from overtaking your yard.

Homemade aromatherapy shower squares can help relieve stress and even allergies. Here's how to make them yourself.

Have too little time to hit the gym — or too few bucks to join one? Here, then, is some guidance on how to build muscle without the gym.

With a simple glass container and the right plants, you can bring a self-sustaining terrarium to your home.

Tray gardens are an easy and attractive way to bring succulents indoors. Here's a guide for making your own succulent tray garden.

Here are tips on how to prevent and get rid of rats in and around your home.

They may seem like a modern oddity, but arachnid decorations on Christmas trees are actually inspired by an old Ukrainian legend.

Joseph Ford creates optical illusions with handmade knitted sweaters against real-life backdrops.

A toast to the guy who turned supermarket grape juice into wine and won the Internet.