Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is talking to UAW and carmakers to avert strike
Whitmer said the union and Detroit’s automakers should be able to forge a deal ahead of a Sept. 14 deadline, allowing the companies to stay profitable while also boosting pay......»»
"Boycott Tesla" ads aired during the Super Bowl emphasize self-driving dangers
A new series of Super Bowl ads urge consumers to "Boycott Tesla" over self-driving concerns. If you were watching this year's Super Bowl in California, Delaware, Michigan, or Washington D.C., you may have noticed a series of ads about Tesla.No,.....»»
Why you shouldn’t order an Uber or Lyft this Valentine’s Day
This Valentine's Day, Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash are expected to go on strike. Here's what you need to know. If you love the idea of love, then you can prove it to me this Valentine's Day by not calling an Uber or a Lyft or getting food delivered.....»»
"Abbott Elementary"s talking heads have meaning all of their own
"Abbott Elementary"s Quinta Brunson and Randall Einhorn discuss why they set the show's talking heads in hallways. Abbott Elementary has mastered the art of the mockumentary, deploying genre staples like confused looks to the camera with razor-.....»»
New Model 3 ‘takes out the baby fat,’ Tesla designer says in new video
Tesla designers and engineers have been talking about the recent improvements made to the automaker's most popular electric vehicle, the Model 3......»»
Discovery of new plant protein fold may be seed for anti-cancer drugs
University of Michigan researchers are celebrating their discovery of a new plant biochemistry and its unusual ability to form cyclic peptides—molecules that hold promise in pharmaceuticals as they can bind to challenging drug targets......»»
The one problem with Mac gaming no one is talking about
Mac gaming is going from weakness to strength, but the Magic Mouse is holding it back. Apple needs to redesign it to make it better for comfort and performance......»»
Video: Are ammonia engines the way of the future?
Could ammonia engines power the cars of the future? Carmakers like Toyota are working to make this a reality......»»
Tesla rakes in $9 billion from carmakers failing to sell enough EVs
Tesla Inc. continues to cash in on other carmakers needing help to meet emissions standards, keeping up a lucrative business the company thought would fade away......»»
Nearly 15% of Americans deny climate change is real, AI study finds
Using social media data and artificial intelligence, a new University of Michigan-led study reveals that nearly 15% of Americans deny that climate change is real......»»
Lupus and other autoimmune diseases strike far more women than men. Now there"s a clue why
Women are far more likely than men to get autoimmune diseases, when an out-of-whack immune system attacks their own bodies—and new research may finally explain why......»»
From Baby Boomers to Gen Alpha: Sociology professor asks "Is it time to stop talking about generations?"
"Millennials don't really want to work. They're far too focused on avocado toast and chai lattes!" Just one of the many clichés expressed by workers over the age of 50. And those being criticized? Well, they often reply with a bored "OK, Boomer" fol.....»»
Lawmakers want U.S. to probe four Chinese firms involved in Ford battery plant
The chairs of two U.S. House committees asked the Biden administration to investigate four Chinese companies they say are involved in Ford Motor's planned Michigan battery plant, according to a letter seen by Reuters......»»
Hisense’s Newest 100-inch TV Could be Yours for 40% Off!
Hisense's 100-inch U7 class TV packs Google TV support, 4K UHD resolution, and Wifi 6E. The post Hisense’s Newest 100-inch TV Could be Yours for 40% Off! appeared first on Phandroid. When talking about home entertainment hardware, H.....»»
Seaweed "could survive nuclear war, avert famine," says new study
Imagine a catastrophic event that blocked out the sun, such as the eruption of a large volcano, or even a nuclear war......»»
Fisker to recruit retailers at NADA as first Ocean EVs head to dealerships Feb. 5
CEO Henrik Fisker says more than 65 U.S. dealers are talking with the EV maker. The first group to sign has ordered thousands of the Ocean crossovers, which will hit dealer lots in early February......»»
Audi workers in Mexico hold first strike, seek 15.5% wage increase
The carmaker said in a statement it remained open to dialogue, but a 15.5 percent increase was "beyond any comparative parameter.".....»»
GM and Honda"s hydrogen joint venture starts production of fuel cell systems in Michigan
General Motors and Honda said their hydrogen fuel cell joint venture reached a milestone with the start of production at a factory in southeast Michigan......»»
Analyzing historical crop yields can reveal key soil health insights
New research from Michigan State University shows how evaluating historical crop yields across distinct areas of agricultural fields can provide farmers with essential information on soil health characteristics and carbon sequestration. The paper was.....»»
GM delays shift at pickup plant for Detroit Lions game
Flint Assembly, the only GM plant in Michigan scheduled to be open during Sunday's NFC Championship game, will start its third shift an hour later than planned......»»
Talking tomatoes: How their communication is influenced by enemies and friends
Plants produce a range of chemicals known as volatile organic compounds that influence their interactions with the world around them. In a new study, researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have investigated how the type and amount.....»»