The concept of drive-by-wire has taken over the automotive and motorcycle worlds in the last decade. The idea that there need not be a mechanical connection between the throttle and engine allowed the ...

Recent years have ushered in new e-bike drive systems that are doing away with the chain completely. Ultra efficient and quiet systems, particularly those like the Gates Carbon Drive belt are now ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A person receiving bag at drive-thru window - NewJadsada/Shutterstock In 1948, In-N-Out Burger became the first fast-food chain to ...

Although Schaeffler admits that Free Drive is about 5% less efficient than a chain drive at converting pedaling power into forward motion, the system also allows for much greater freedom when it comes ...

A year and a half ago, we broke the news about a wild new drive system for electric bikes that lacked any mechanical connection between the pedals and wheels. The Free Drive system, created by a ...

The Local newsletter is your free, daily guide to life in Colorado. For locals, by locals. In February, I gave my trusty commuter bike a month off and put the Gates Carbon Drive System to the test.

Gear-driven drawworks have gained greater acceptance in the drilling industry. They achieve improved safety, optimal performance and control, considerable weight re duction, and increased reliability ...