After strong interest, VW plans to build 130,000 ID Buzzes a year
Production of the EV for European customers has already begun in Hannover. Enlarge / A pair of ID Buzzes bask in the Copenhagen sunshine. (credit: Jonathan Gitlin) After what feels like many years of teasing, Volkswagen's retr.....»»
BYD introduces plug-in hybrid pickup in Mexico
The Shark will be distributed globally but BYD has no plans to sell it in the U.S. — the biggest single market for pickups — at the moment......»»
Study reveals how media representations of animal rights advocacy contribute to its depoliticization
Despite the pervasive public interest in animal welfare, the framing of animal rights activism in the media has largely contributed to its depoliticization, argues a paper in Polity. "Vegans and "Green-Collared Criminals,'" by Serrin Rutledge-Prior,.....»»
Volvo"s Q1 EV sales plunge: A momentary blip or a sign its 2030 plan is in jeopardy?
Volvo EV sales in the U.S. plummeted 65 percent in the first quarter. According to Cox Automotive estimates, it was the largest year-over-year percentage decline in the luxury segment......»»
Study uncovers technologies that could unveil energy-efficient information processing and sophisticated data security
Advanced information processing technologies offer greener telecommunications and strong data security for millions, a study led by University of Maryland (UMD) researchers revealed......»»
"Free" delivery plans can profit both retailers and customers
In March, Target became the latest mega-retailer to offer "free" delivery—for a price. For $99 a year, subscribers to Target Circle 360 can place unlimited orders without having to worry about shipping costs. Target competes with similar plans offe.....»»
Looking for love: How we can fool ourselves when we are into someone
Can we truly assess whether someone finds us attractive? Cognitive psychologist Iliana Samara conducted her Ph.D. project on romantic attraction and discovered that men, in particular, tend to overestimate the interest of their date. She explains why.....»»
Preventable loss: A billion birds die each year from window strikes
University of Cincinnati ornithologist Ron Canterbury displayed dozens of birds that died from striking glass windows in the city......»»
How scientific conference attendees can reduce their carbon footprint
Climate researchers often emphasize the fact that reducing carbon emissions is in everyone's best interest, and should involve all of us. But how good are they at minimizing their own carbon footprint?.....»»
Everything announced at Google I/O 2024
Google I/O is the biggest event of the year for updates on Android, Wear OS, and more. Here's everything announced at Google I/O 2024......»»
Comcast plans cheap Apple TV+, Netflix, Peacock bundle
Comcast is preparing to offer consumers a bundle of three streaming services, combining Apple TV+ with Peacock and Netflix in a discounted package.Comcast's bundle will combine Peacock with Apple TV+ and NetflixCord-cutting has been growing over the.....»»
Hydrogen, battery startups had big plans in Michigan. What"s holding them back?
The fundamental question of demand — who will buy the products and when — has only become murkier in recent months as investors rein in their bets on unproven technologies, even as the federal and state dollars begin to flow more freely......»»
Former Cruise CEO Kyle Vogt returns to robotics realm
General Motor self-driving subsidiary Cruise detailed its comeback efforts Monday. Next up: the company's former CEO is raising the curtain on his own plans......»»
Here’s how the new Cross-Platform Tracking Detection works in iOS 17.5
Apple on Monday released iOS 17.5 to iPhone users. The update brings some new features to Apple News+ and also introduces Cross-Platform Tracking Detection – an anti-stalking feature announced last year in partnership with Google. Read on as we det.....»»
Persistent strain of cholera defends itself against forces of change, scientists find
A deadly strain of cholera bacteria that emerged in Indonesia back in 1961 continues to spread widely to this day, claiming thousands of lives around the world every year, sickening millions, and with its persistence, baffling scientists......»»
Here’s how the new Cross-Platform Tracking Detection works in iOS 17.5 works
Apple on Monday released iOS 17.5 to iPhone users. The update brings some new features to Apple News+ and also introduces Cross-Platform Tracking Detection – an anti-stalking feature announced last year in partnership with Google. Read on as we det.....»»
The Vivo X100 Ultra might be 2024’s new smartphone camera champion
The Vivo X100 Ultra might be one of the best camera smartphones of the year already. Take a look at what it offers......»»
Sonic Automotive aims to add 300 service technicians by year end
The groupso far this year has added about 40 technicians......»»
FAA initiates environmental impact study for SpaceX Starship launches from Kennedy Space Center
SpaceX's plans to build a Starship launch complex at Kennedy Space Center are moving closer to reality even as it potentially takes over a launch site from neighboring Cape Canaveral Space Force Station......»»
Two-year study shows some varieties of annual flowers have a place in pollinator-friendly gardens
While wildflowers and perennials are a must for supporting pollinators, there's no denying the popularity of many annual flowers for their colorful, visual appeal. Annuals are often thought of as pollinator "deserts," but a new study suggests choosin.....»»
M4 is the first Apple silicon chip to debut on iPad, so when will it arrive on the Mac?
It’s been only a couple of months since Apple’s most popular Mac was updated to the M3 chip, and about half a year since the M3 first debuted. But already, thanks to the M4’s inclusion in the new iPad Pro, prospective Mac buyers are wonderi.....»»