Norway has more EVs than gasoline cars on the road. Why?
According to new reports, Norway now has more electric vehicles on its road than gas-powered cars. But why is that, and what can the U.S. learn from it?.....»»
Samsung Galaxy Note 10 has reached the end of the road
It looks like Samsung’s Galaxy Note 10 series has officially reached the end of the road in terms of support. The post Samsung Galaxy Note 10 has reached the end of the road appeared first on Phandroid. The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 series.....»»
Volvo Cars cuts jobs and expenses in U.S., Canada to prep for EV era
The restructuring of Volvo's U.S. and Canada operations is part of an $88 million global initiative to tighten spending, drive efficiencies, and update the work force. It does not affect Volvo's production network......»»
BMW decides heated seat subscriptions are a bust
The option was never offered to US customers anyway. Enlarge / A BMW worker installs a seat in an i4. The company will no longer install hardware in its cars and then ask for a fee to unlock it at a later date. (credit: BMW).....»»
Many of the most popular cars on the roads are absolute privacy nightmares
Use your car as a second office? Be careful what you say, it may be selling your personal data to third parties......»»
Analyzing the impact of increased casting of advance ballots on elections in Norway
More people are taking advantage of early voting than before. But the impact on the elections is not exactly what politicians had hoped for......»»
Record rainfall causes flooding in Hong Kong days after typhoon
Record rainfall in Hong Kong caused widespread flooding in the early hours of Friday, disrupting road and rail traffic just days after the city dodged major damage from a super typhoon......»»
China government iPhone ban will have almost no effect on sales, says analyst
Wedbush's Dan Ives has commented on the reported China government iPhone sales ban, and he feels that not only is it just a small speed bump on the road, but sales in the country will be up in 2024.iPhone 14 Pro with Dynamic IslandIn an appearance on.....»»
BMW throws weight into hydrogen-powered cars
Hydrogen provides an alternate and complementary path toward decarbonization, BMW's Juergen Guldner said. He provided a status report on the company's iX5 hydrogen vehicle pilot during IAA Mobility in Munich......»»
Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally is an EV that doesn"t mind dirt
Ford has announced the Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally, a rally-tuned version of its Mach-E electric SUV. If you're looking for an electric SUV that goes fast but can take you off road, Ford's new Mustang Mach-E Rally might fit the bill. The Ford Mus.....»»
Galaxy Note 10 Reaches End of the Road on Updates
The Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10+ reached their 4th birthday a month ago, and since these phones were launched before Samsung was committing to 5 years of security patches, their run is done. The Galaxy Note 10 line has received its final update.....»»
Honda is the latest automaker to switch EV charging plugs
Honda EVs will start adding North American Charging Standard ports in 2025. Enlarge / When the Acura ZDX goes into production next year, the cars will feature CCS ports. But Honda and Acura EVs launched from 2025 onward will feat.....»»
Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally to get at least 480 hp, start around $65K
The crossover is Ford's first electric offering in the popular off-road segment, which it has focused on in recent years with subbrands such as Bronco, Raptor and Timberline......»»
Toyota"s Woven software unit gets new leader for digital cars
James Kuffner, the American computer expert who has lead Toyota’s Woven software subsidiary since 2018, will resign as CEO and hand the wheel to an automated driving veteran as the automaker readies the launch of a key operating system for cars......»»
Connected cars are a “privacy nightmare,” Mozilla Foundation says
Data privacy protections are almost nonexistent when it comes to automobiles. Enlarge / Your car's maker can collect data on you from many different sources. (credit: Getty Images) Today, the Mozilla Foundation published.....»»
Polestar 2 gets new motor and battery for MY24 refresh, and it’s a winner
It's faster, more efficient, and a lot more fun to drive. Enlarge / When you see a brightly colored triceratops by the side of the road you should probably check it out. (credit: Jonathan Gitlin) Polestar provided flight.....»»
Fermentation processes for the production of biohydrogen as an alternative energy carrier
Hydrogen is considered a clean and efficient energy carrier that will have broad applications in the future—as a fuel for cars, buses, for houses heating, or as an energy storage. However, it is currently mainly produced from fossil fuels. In order.....»»
Not burning, drowning: Why outdoor festivals like Burning Man are reeling from extreme weather
Climate activists lined the road to this year's Burning Man festival in Nevada to call out the "privileged mindset" of the Silicon Valley types who flock there—and the waste involved in creating a temporary city in the desert......»»
Connected cars and cybercrime: A primer
Original equipment suppliers (OEMs) and their suppliers who are weighing how to invest their budgets might be inclined to slow pedal investment in addressing cyberthreats. To date, the attacks that they have encountered have remained relatively unsop.....»»
VW will power into EV era with GTI small electric hatchback
VW describes the ID GTI concept as a "sports car for the electric age” and said it will have enhancements such as a front-axle differential lock that better helps the wheels put down power to the road......»»
Rivian hires former Porsche exec Kjell Gruner as sales chief
Gruner, the former CEO of Porsche Cars North America, resigned in July after less than three years on the job. His title at Rivian is chief commercial officer and president of business growth......»»