NHTSA closes safety probe into Dodge, Chrysler minivans
NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation launched the probe in July 2021 to investigate more than 300 consumer complaints alleging one or both of the sliding doors on those vehicles could not be opened either by using the mechanical handle or electron.....»»
Here’s what the electric Dodge Charger’s “Fratzonic exhaust” sounds like
Dodge wants to keep the aural spectacle even as it moves to electric propulsion. Enlarge / Dodge doesn't want to be accused of building a boring EV. (credit: Dodge) Electric motors have many advantages over internal comb.....»»
Feldman buys car dealership that battled back after Chrysler bankruptcy
Feldman Automotive Group is expanding with the acquisition of a dealership in Livonia, a Detroit suburb. Livonia Chrysler Jeep has been renamed Feldman Chrysler Jeep of Livonia following the acquisition, which closed Aug. 1. Feldman now owns.....»»
Volvo ups sticker price on new EX90 EV by $3,300 despite missing features
One Volvo dealer said 40 percent of his EX90 reservations were canceled because the EV will be missing several safety and entertainment features at launch......»»
Dodge Charger Daytona R/T to start at $61,590
Dodge's first electric Charger will start at $61,590 for the 496 hp Daytona R/T trim, only a $2,075 jump from the Charger Scat Pack widebody with 485 hp discontinued last year......»»
Staunton florist relocates; Clocktower closes, Collins Market coming to Staunton; Fishersville pharmacy closes
Staunton florist relocates; Clocktower closes, Collins Market coming to Staunton; Fishersville pharmacy closes.....»»
Martian Moon Deimos In High-Res - UAE Hope Probe Observations
Martian Moon Deimos In High-Res - UAE Hope Probe Observations.....»»
NASA official acknowledges internal “disagreement” on safety of Starliner return
"We heard from a lot of folks that had concerns." Enlarge / Boeing's Starliner is seen atop an Atlas V rocket at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. (credit: Trevor Mahlmann) During a news conference on Wednes.....»»
NASA"s Artemis emergency egress system emphasizes crew safety
Since NASA began sending astronauts to space, the agency has relied on emergency systems for personnel to safely leave the launch pad and escape the hazard in the unlikely event of an emergency during the launch countdown......»»
GM"s Cruise aims to be ‘role model" driver following its self-driving revamp
"Cruise is a different company today than it was last fall," said Cruise Chief Safety Officer Steve Kenner, who spoke publicly for the first time since joining the company in the aftermath of a self-driving crash......»»
Sam Altman accused of being shady about OpenAI’s safety efforts
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman pushed to explain recent changes to safety efforts. Enlarge / Sam Altman, chief executive officer of OpenAI, during an interview at Bloomberg House on the opening day of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Dav.....»»
Cosmic microwave background experiments could probe connection between cosmic inflation, particle physics
Various large-scale astrophysical research projects are set to take place over the next decade, several of which are so-called cosmic microwave background (CMB) experiments. These are large-scale scientific efforts aimed at detecting and studying CMB.....»»
Ram CEO Christine Feuell pushes through 1500 production hiccups, guides Chrysler"s future
Christine Feuell is juggling two brands, Chrysler and Ram, with a distinct set of hurdles and vastly different positions within the Stellantis portfolio. Feuell assumed leadership of Ram in June at a challenging time for the truck brand while guiding.....»»
NHTSA probes nearly 1 million Dodge Journeys over reports of faulty door locks, windows
The safety regulator said it was probing into inoperative door locks and windows in about 992,643 Dodge Journey crossovers built between 2009 and 2020, which might prevent occupants from exiting in the event of an emergency......»»
Lithia dealership sued after fatal Challenger test-drive crash
The daughters of a Texas motorist killed after her car was struck by a Lithia dealership's Dodge Challenger allegedly traveling at least 100 mph during a test drive have sued the store as well as the driver and salesman allegedly inside the muscle ca.....»»
1Password: Digital back-to-school tips for safe browsing and better security
These back-to-school tips for safe browsing from 1Password and Digital Trends are helpful. Brush up on online safety and ensure your family does their part......»»
US government tackling AI dangers, with deepfake ban and vetting of next ChatGPT model
The US government is taking potential AI dangers more seriously, following its decision to create an Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute Consortium (AISIC) earlier this year, with Apple as a member. A proposed new law would outlaw the use of.....»»
Google Maps and Waze will start sharing incident reports
Google on Wednesday announced new safety features for Google Maps and Waze, including a long-awaited change. Google Maps and Waze will both share incident reports, … The post Google Maps and Waze will start sharing incident reports appeared fir.....»»
Physicists use light to probe deeper into the "invisible" energy states of molecules
A new optical phenomenon has been demonstrated by an international team of scientists led by physicists at the University of Bath, with significant potential impact on pharmaceutical science, security, forensics, environmental science, art conservati.....»»
Tesla software update fixes hood safety issue on 1.8M cars
Tesla has issued a software update for 1.85 million of its vehicles in the U.S. to fix a safety issue involving the hood......»»
Kids Online Safety Act passes Senate despite concerns it will harm kids
KOSA risks “nearly limitless content regulation,” senator warns. Enlarge (credit: Westend61 | Westend61) The Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) easily passed the Senate today despite critics' concerns that the bill may ri.....»»