Tesla to lay off more than 10 percent of its workers as sales slow
"Cost reductions and increased productivity" needed, says Musk. Enlarge / Tesla's Shanghai factory in 2023. (credit: VCG/VCG via Getty Images) Times are starting to get tough for Tesla. The electric vehicle automaker ha.....»»
Communicating numbers boosts trust in climate change science, research suggests
The intuition to distill hard numbers like "90 percent" into words like "almost all" may help make science and statistics more accessible, but new research shows that isn't necessarily the best way to engage people online......»»
Foxconn eyes India for iPad production amid Apple"s expansion plans
After setting up operations in India to produce iPhones, Apple assembly partner Foxconn is considering whether to do the same with iPads.Workers in a Foxconn factoryApple has been steadily working to reduce its independence on China as a main source.....»»
iCloud Private Relay outage hits iPhone Safari users
Apple's iCloud Private Relay that protects user privacy while browsing, is currently slow or unavailable, leaving some Safari users unable to search.Apple's iCloud Private Relay encrypts user data to protect privacyiCloud Private Relay, available as.....»»
PSA: iCloud Private Relay outage affecting users
If you’re experiencing issues browsing the web on your Apple devices this Thursday night, you’re not alone. iCloud Private Relay is experiencing an outage that may cause the service to become slow or unavailable. more….....»»
US solar production soars by 25 percent in just one year
2024 is seeing the inevitable outcome of the building boom in solar farms. Enlarge (credit: Vithun Khamsong) With the plunging price of photovoltaics, the construction of solar plants has boomed in the US. Last year, for.....»»
Lear says Q2 earnings rise on record sales, lowers outlook amid EV uncertainty
Lear reported record sales and a modest gain in second-quarter net income as the company brings more automation technology in-house and adjusts to rapidly changing EV strategies......»»
Surging heat stress for workers in Europe, Central Asia: UN
A growing number of workers face exposure to heat stress, even in regions with traditional mild climates, the UN said on Thursday, warning that humanity was suffering an "extreme heat epidemic"......»»
Study: Inclusive leadership keeps child welfare workers on the job, benefiting children and families
Child welfare systems have historically dealt with the challenges of high employee turnover, but developing a workplace characterized by inclusive leadership is one way to keep workers on the job and maintain uninterrupted services for children and t.....»»
Which Model Y trim should you buy? Model Y trims compared
The Tesla Model Y is the most popular EV for a reason -- but which Model Y trim should you buy? Here's a comparison of the three Model Y trims......»»
The 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro gets a new rear motor, way more efficiency
40 percent more power, 30 percent more torque, and 24 percent more range. Enlarge / The VW ID.4 has a new drive motor and infotainment system for model-year 2024. It's not the sportiest EV you can buy, but it remains one of our f.....»»
Most automakers predict missed EV sales goals, slower transition in Kerrigan survey
The majority of automaker executives who participated in the 2024 Kerrigan OEM Survey said the transition to EVs will be slower than initially projected in the U.S......»»
5 best slow-burn movies ever, ranked
Slow-burn movies take time to build tension, develop characters, and craft intricate plots, with the best including Mulholland Drive and Blade Runner 2049......»»
4 takeaways from Tesla"s Q2 earnings as profit plunges
Automotive gross margin, a key indicator of profitability, fell to just under 15 percent in the second quarter, its lowest level in five years. Tesla's operating margin fell to 6.3 percent from 9.6 percent a year earlier......»»
CEO Makoto Uchida says Nissan U.S. incentive spending nearly erases quarterly profit
Nissan CEO Makoto Uchida says soaring U.S. selling expenses fueled a 99 percent plunge in it’s quarterly operating profit, forcing him to cut the company’s full-year earnings forecast......»»
Ford Q2 earnings: Net income falls 4.5%, but revenue rises on strong commercial vehicle sales
Ford attributed a 6.5 percent revenue increase to strong results from its Ford Pro commercial vehicle unit, which earned $2.6 billion and achieved a 15.1 percent margin......»»
Intel is losing ground to AMD
Intel's market share has decreased to 71.9% in the third quarter of 2024. It remains the global leader in processor sales, but is steadily losing ground to AMD......»»
No judge with Tesla stock should handle Elon Musk cases, watchdog argues
Elon Musk does not control X or Tesla, X argued in lawsuit over ad boycott. Enlarge (credit: Bloomberg / Contributor | Bloomberg) Elon Musk's fight against Media Matters for America (MMFA)—a watchdog organization that.....»»
Same-sex marriage recognition helps countries attract and retain highly skilled workers, research suggests
Marriage equality appears to have a major economic benefit for countries. Washington State University researchers found that European countries that recognized same-sex marriages kept more of their highly skilled workers from emigrating to the U.S......»»
Elon Musk claims he is training “the world’s most powerful AI by every metric”
One snag: xAI might not have the electrical power contracts to do it. Enlarge / Elon Musk, chief executive officer of Tesla Inc., during a fireside discussion on artificial intelligence risks with Rishi Sunak, UK prime minister,.....»»
Android switchers boost iPhone Sales -- but not for the iPhone 15
Over the years, Apple has benefited greatly from Android users switching to iPhones. The models that the switchers are picking now is a short-term strategic challenge for Apple, but a long-term gain.Android switchers boost iPhone Sales — but not fo.....»»