This auto-transforming Optimus Prime robot is very cool and very expensive
Today Hasbro and Robosen Robotics announced that they’ve teamed up to create a new consumer robot based on one of the chief characters from the Transformers franchise: Optimus Prime. This new robot can not only transform between its truck and r.....»»
Lithia trims U.K. car dealership network after Pendragon deal
Lithia Motors is paring its U.K. auto retail footprint with cuts to the Pendragon network after entering and expanding throughout the country in the past 13 months. It's dropping 16 used-car CarStore locations and rebranding 11 others......»»
What’s new on Amazon Prime Video in May 2024
Amazon Prime Video's May 2024 lineup includes The Idea of You, Outer Range season 2, The Boys in the Boat, Run Lola Run, Whiplash, The Big Chill, and more......»»
AM radio law opposed by tech and auto industries is close to passing
A recent test of the emergency alert system found only 1 percent got it via AM. Enlarge / Congress provides government support for other industries, so why not AM radio? (credit: Getty Images) A controversial bill that.....»»
Best Galaxy S24 Alternatives (May, 2024)
Samsung’s Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra are intriguing options if you’re hunting for a new phone. That being said, they might be too expensive for your budget or perhaps you just want something similar from another OEM. If.....»»
Scientists find five new hydrothermal vents in Pacific Ocean
The pace of discovery in the oceans leaped forward thanks to teamwork between a deep-sea robot and a human occupied submarine leading to the recent discovery of five new hydrothermal vents in the eastern Tropical Pacific Ocean......»»
GM"s CarPlay replacement doesn"t work well, and has a long road ahead of it
GM's decision to move away from CarPlay was to avoid Apple having too much control over vehicles. It's going to be a bumpy ride for consumers.GM's Ultifi interfaceIn March 2023, GM decided to stop providing CarPlay and Android Auto to consumers, in f.....»»
6 public auto dealership groups challenged by inflation, lower profit per vehicle
Asbury, AutoNation, Group 1, Lithia, Penske and Sonic continue turning to acquisitions or growing service and parts operations for new revenue sources......»»
Continental Auto Group founder Bryan Hardeman arrested on more arson charges
Bryan Hardeman, founder of Continental Automotive Group, was arrested for the second time in two months in connection with multiple suspected arson fires in Austin, Texas......»»
The best shows on Amazon Prime Video right now (May 2024)
If you were intrigued by the first season of Outer Range, check out season 2 along with others like Fallout and Eureka as the best shows on Amazon Prime Video......»»
Lear"s Q1 net income falls as auto supplier goes full bore into automation
Lear Corp. reached a revenue record in the first quarter but saw net income drop 24% as it navigates operational and restructuring challenges related to lower volumes......»»
Robots can"t outrun animals. A new study explores why
The question may be the 21st century's version of the fable of the tortoise and the hare: Who would win in a foot race between a robot and an animal?.....»»
Inexpensive spring truffles or exquisite Piedmont truffles? New analytical method can detect food fraud
Some truffles are particularly expensive and therefore often the target of food fraud. For example, high-priced Piedmont truffles (Tuber magnatum) are often difficult to distinguish from the cheaper spring truffles (T. borchii) on the basis of their.....»»
Peacock announces price increase for both new and existing subscribers
Paying for streaming platforms has been getting more expensive, and now there’s some bad news for Comcast’s Peacock subscribers. The company announced this week that subscription prices will increase soon for both new and existing subscribers. Re.....»»
Watch Boston Dynamics’ dog-like robot don a dog suit and dance
To mark International Dance Day, Boston Dynamics has shared a video showing its Spot robot dressed as a dog and pulling some moves......»»
Why Tesla"s Full Self-Driving rollout in China matters
Enabling FSD in China would provide a buffer to Tesla's declining EV sales and allow the automaker to better compete with local rivals in the world's largest auto market where driver assistance and other connected car features are prized......»»
5 stars of the 2024 Beijing auto show
Nearly every domestic and international brand attended the showcase event of the Chinese auto industry. Here are the hits (and a few misses) from the show, which featured more than 100 premieres......»»
Fallout is a huge hit. Watch these 3 great sci-fi shows on Amazon Prime Video now
Fallout is a huge success for Amazon Prime Video, and these three sci-fi shows are the best ones to watch next for more action and adventure......»»
Elon Musk lands in China as Tesla seeks self-driving tech rollout; GM"s Mary Barra visited Beijing Friday
Tesla's CEO has said Tesla may make Full Self-Driving technology available to customers in China "very soon." GM CEO Mary Barra was seen at the Beijing auto show on Friday, reports say......»»
UAW reached tentative pact with Daimler Truck, averting strikes
The United Auto Workers said it reached a tentative agreement with Daimler Truck Holding AG ahead of a contract expiring midnight on April 26 and following a strike threat......»»
Huawei"s smart car tech offers Audi, other automakers route to China sales
Huawei's rapid emergence as a key auto supplier highlights the telecommunications equipment maker's drive for sources of growth after U.S. export controls pursued on national security grounds since 2019 hammered its businesses, especially smartphones.....»»