Driving a priceless, historic Porsche: Meet the very first 356 from 1948
Based on a Beetle, there are differences between this 356 and those that followed. Enlarge / It meant spending most of the week on the road, but who would say no to a chance to drive Porsche's very first car? Not I. (credit: Tan.....»»
Porsche waters down EV ambitions, says transition will take "years"
German automaker is latest to warn that goals set in recent years for future EV sales were too ambitious as customers remain reticent to make the switch away from gasoline-powered cars......»»
A stripped-out 2024 Cayenne V6 may just be Porsche’s best daily driver
Sometimes a simple spec without all the bells and whistles is the way to go. Enlarge / It's all too easy to go nuts with the Porsche option list and spend a fortune, but what if you didn't do that? (credit: Michael Teo Van Runkle.....»»
Smallholder farmers, efficient ranching practices critical to meet restoration targets in Brazil"s Atlantic Forest
A new study led by King's College London simulated the effects of various restoration policies to assess their impact on biodiversity and agricultural production......»»
New AI approach accelerates targeted materials discovery and sets the stage for self-driving experiments
Scientists have developed an AI-based method that helps gather data more efficiently in the search for new materials, allowing researchers to navigate complex design challenges with greater precision and speed......»»
Scientists uncover the molecular mechanism behind pineapple peel coloration
Pineapple peel coloration, especially the red hue, significantly enhances its commercial and aesthetic value. However, the genetic mechanisms driving this trait are not well understood, complicating breeding efforts for red-skinned varieties......»»
Archivist explores Troy"s invisible workers
While poring over nearly century-old photos documenting the University of Cincinnati's historic excavation at Troy, archivist Jeff Kramer was struck by just how many people worked behind the scenes for years to contribute to its success......»»
Report: Tesla focused on fixing self-driving flaws for Musk, VIPs
Employees who review camera footage were told to focus on issues experienced by CEO Elon Musk and social media influencers, according to a report from Business Insider......»»
Baleen plates provide new insight on life history of blue and fin whales
Researchers have recently released a study in Ecology and Evolution outlining their in-depth analysis of historic baleen plates, the comb structures that are used by some species of whales to filter food, from Southern Hemisphere blue and fin whales......»»
Former Russian self-driving car company Yandex reboots as Avride
Now the core group of executives and engineers behind the self-driving efforts of former Russian company Yandex have regrouped and formed a new self-driving car brand called Avride Inc......»»
If you don’t review audio products for a living, now’s the time to buy Apple’s AirPods
With prices at historic lows this Prime Day, there's never been a better time to buy Apple AirPods......»»
New research identifies ecosystems that could be threatened by declining groundwater levels
Where hidden water tables meet the Earth's surface, life can thrive even in the driest locations. Offering refuge during times of drought, shallow groundwater aquifers act like water savings accounts that can support ecosystems with the moisture requ.....»»
Meet the woman whose research helped the FBI catch notorious serial killers
Hulu documentary Mastermind: To Think Like a Killer traces career of Dr. Ann Burgess. Enlarge / Dr. Ann Burgess helps the FBI catch serial killers in Hulu's Mastermind: To Think Like a Killer. (credit: YouTube/Hulu) Fans.....»»
Here"s how Waymo uses AI to enhance its self-driving skills
The latest artificial intelligence advances have allowed Waymo to streamline the decision-making process used by its self-driving system and automate much of its back-end operations......»»
Irish peat soils are far more vast than previously known, suggests study
New figures suggest peat soils cover 13% more area than previous peat soil maps, which are useful in land use planning—with peat soils critical in absorbing greenhouse gases (GHG) and helping to meet some of Ireland's most pressing environmental ch.....»»
Secureworks Taegis ManagedXDR Plus enhances cybersecurity for mid-market customers
Secureworks launched Taegis ManagedXDR Plus, a new Managed Detection and Response (MDR) offering that liberates the mid-market from indistinct, cookie cutter security solutions that don’t meet their unique security requirements. This announceme.....»»
Porsche expands the Macan EV range with two new models
The entry-level Macan starts at $75,300 and goes on sale in Q4 2024. Enlarge / Porsche has doubled the number of Macan EV models it offers, with the Macan 4S (pictured) and an entry-level Macan. This one also wears an optional of.....»»
Elon Musk signals delays to robotaxi unveiling for key design change
Musk had said in 2022 Tesla expects to mass-produce a robotaxi with no steering wheel or pedal by 2024, after missing his targets for self-driving vehicles multiple times......»»
Porsche adds pair of electric Macan variants, including brand"s 1st rwd crossover
The 2025 Macan represents the nameplate's first major update since it was introduced in the U.S. a decade ago......»»
Waymo is forging a new era for self-driving vehicles. Can it keep up the momentum?
Self-driving technology company Waymo has embarked upon an unprecedented expansion of driverless service. To make them a widespread reality, the Alphabet subsidiary must navigate fresh challenges......»»
Along shifting coastlines, scientists bring the future into focus
In the wet, muddy places where America's rivers and lands meet the sea, scientists from the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory are unearthing clues to better understand how these vital landscapes are evolving under climate change......»»