N.Y. judge pauses EV rules for Ford, Lincoln dealerships in suit
Suffolk County Supreme Court Acting Justice James Hudson in New York on Sept. 20 blocked Ford and Lincoln from imposing facility and business requirements on five dealerships to sell EVs until the retailers' lawsuit challenging the brands' EV dealer.....»»
Costco, Electrify America add EV-charging stations in three states
Costco is partnering with Electrify America to offer EV fast-charging at five new locations in California, Colorado, and Florida......»»
Find Ford gifts for everyone on your holiday list, no really
This year, you can easily find Ford gifts for everyone on your holiday list, whether they like vehicles or not. Help them transform their on-the-go lifestyles......»»
New congressional report: “COVID-19 most likely emerged from a laboratory”
A textbook example of shifting the standards of evidence to suit its authors' needs. Recently, Congress' Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic released its final report......»»
"Zero progress": Western states at impasse in talks on Colorado River water shortages
Seven Western states that depend on the Colorado River are ending the year at an impasse in negotiations over the writing of new rules for dealing with chronic water shortages......»»
Tesla’s ‘Model Q’ to arrive in 2025 at a price under $30K, Deutsche Bank says
A new Tesla EV, called the Model Q, is in store for 2025, and it will be priced under $30,000 including incentives, according to Deutsche Bank......»»
EV charging infrastructure isn’t just for road trippers
Energy management will be key for electrified vehicle fleets. Although there's been a whole lot of pessimism recently, electric vehicle sales continue to grow, even if it is less.....»»
Hybrid vehicle sales reach U.S. record, but EV sales drop in third quarter
The share of electric and hybrid vehicle sales continued to grow in the U.S. in the third quarter......»»
3 underrated Netflix movies you should watch this weekend (December 6-8)
Need some good films to watch this weekend? Netflix has three underrated movies you should stream starring Harrison Ford, Liam Neeson, Viola Davis, and more......»»
How to get and redeem the Model 42 Iron Man costume in Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals is giving away a free Iron Man costume for anyone who redeems it, but it takes a bit of legwork. Here's how to get your hands on this new suit......»»
The 2025 BMW i5 M60 review: An EV that makes you want to drive and drive
Not quite an electric M5, it's a good driver's car. Car people, like most flavors of enthusiasts, are often given over to ideological purity tests. Car X is better than car Y beca.....»»
Dodge’s Charger EV muscles up to save the planet from ‘self-driving sleep pods’
The marketing campaign for Dodge's Charger Daytona EV takes a swipe at self-driving sleep pods......»»
Judge rejects Boeing plea deal that was opposed by families of crash victims
It appears the government's "attempt to ensure compliance failed," judge writes. A US judge today rejected a Boeing plea agreement that was opposed by families of crash victims wh.....»»
Government needs to be clearer on food waste rules, says new UK report
English councils could struggle to meet new food waste recycling regulations, known as "Simpler Recycling" which are due to come into force next year, says a Newcastle University report......»»
When the grid died, these EV owners powered their homes with their cars
In an era of increasingly hard-hitting disasters, some people are turning to their EVs as a part of their recovery plan......»»
No more EV app folders: Universal plug-and-charge is due to launch in 2025
Most of the major EV makers and charging networks are on board. To fill a car with gas, you generally just need a credit card or cash. To charge an EV at a DC fast charging statio.....»»
Male African elephants develop distinct personality traits as they age
Male African elephants have distinct personality traits, but also adapt their behavior to suit the social context, according to a study published December 4, 2024, in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Caitlin O'Connell-Rodwell at Stanford Universit.....»»
Another carmaker says it’s committed to supporting CarPlay, at least for ‘right now’
I’ve written countless times about GM’s shortsighted move to ditch CarPlay on all its EVs going forward. Meanwhile, other automakers like Ford have doubled down on supporting CarPlay and giving users as many options as possible. In a new inte.....»»
Splash pads really are fountains of fecal material; CDC reports 10K illnesses
A big problem is leaky swim diapers and kids sucking up recirculated water. There's nothing quite like a deep dive into the shallow, vomitous puddles of children's splash pads. Ev.....»»
Elon Musk loses bid to reinstate massive Tesla pay plan, now worth $101B
June 2024 shareholder vote doesn't fix problems in 2018 stock award, judge says. A Delaware judge today rejected Elon Musk's bid to reinstate a Tesla pay package that was worth ov.....»»
Audi levels up its EV game with the A6 e-tron but still makes unforced errors
Audi electrifies one of its longest-running nameplates to keep pace with rivals BMW and Mercedes-Benz......»»