Why Waymo boss says ‘self-driving" needs to go
"Self-driving" terminology should evolve, says John Krafcik: "Language really does matter.".....»»
New research reveals how El Niño caused the greatest ever mass extinction
Mega ocean warming El Niño events were key in driving the largest extinction of life on planet Earth some 252 million years ago, according to new research......»»
New findings in a decade-long study of enzyme catalysis
Synthetic chemistry provides an essential material basis for our clothing, food, housing, transportation, and medicine and is an important driving force for economic development. However, traditional chemical synthesis has bottleneck problems such as.....»»
Elden Ring just took pity on us and nerfed Shadow of the Erdtree’s final boss
FromSoftware released a big Elden Ring update that, among other things, makes the final boss in Shadow of the Erdtree just a bit easier to deal with......»»
Human drivers keep rear-ending Waymos
We took a close look at the 23 most serious Waymo crashes. Enlarge / A Waymo vehicle in San Francisco. (credit: Photo by JasonDoiy via Getty Images) On a Friday evening last November, police chased a silver sedan across.....»»
Nuro diverges from delivery, plots new self-driving business plan
Self-driving tech company Nuro will eschew plans to build bespoke vehicles and operate them in delivery fleets. Instead, company executives want to focus their business on licensing use of their core autonomous-driving technology......»»
Remnant 2’s new free mode remixes the shooter’s best moments
Remnant 2 will get a free Boss Rush mode and a new DLC titled The Dark Horizon later this month......»»
Tufin improves security automation on Azure, GCP, and VMware clouds
Tufin Orchestration Suite (TOS) R24-2 ensures organizations’ network operations are efficient, secure, and always audit-ready by automating complex tasks, enhancing security visibility, and driving compliance. The key benefits TOS R24-2 deliver.....»»
Top 5 stories of the week: Jeep gets new North America boss; August U.S. vehicle sales
A quick look at the top automotive stories of the week as determined by reader interest......»»
Top 5 stories of the week: Jeep gets new North America boss; August vehicle sales strong
A quick look at the top automotive stories of the week as determined by reader interest......»»
Oil and gas communities are a blind spot in America"s climate and economic policies
On a recent visit to Rangely, a small town in northwest Colorado, my colleagues and I met with the administrators of a highly regarded community college to discuss the town's economy. Leaving the scenic campus, we saw families driving into the mounta.....»»
New Waymo data shows self-driving tech drives safer than humans
Self-driving technology company Waymo said its robotaxis are making roads safer in the markets where it operates — and sharing data to back those claims......»»
New features aren’t driving iPhone sales, here’s what is
Ahead of the iPhone 16 event next week, CIRP is out with a new report to answer the question, “what compels new iPhone purchases?” Interestingly, only 18% of respondents said new features were a reason to buy a new iPhone, here’s what matters m.....»»
Most iPhone buyers prioritize need over new features in latest upgrades
As Apple gears up to unveil the iPhone 16 lineup, a new study suggests that allure of new features may no longer be the driving force behind iPhone purchases.iPhone 15 Pro MaxHistorically, Apple has wowed customers with significant features that have.....»»
California moves ahead with self-driving trucks despite labor opposition
The California Department of Motor Vehicles has rolled out proposed regulations for self-driving trucks, a move that comes one day after the state's legislature advanced an anti-AV trucking bill......»»
Volvo’s EX90 was meant to be a tech buffet, but ends up a satisfying snack
Volvo wanted its EX90 electric SUV to be all about tech, but it's the basic driving experience that stands out......»»
Does single-pedal driving actually extend EV range? It’s complicated
Single-pedal driving has become much more popular with the rise of EVs. But does using it actually extend range? Turns out, it's complicated......»»
Toyota design boss asks if radical Lexus next-gen EV styling ‘going to be OK?"
As Lexus readies a next generation of electric vehicles with a radical, new design language, design bosses promise the departure will be as dramatic as when the Japanese premium brand introduced its polarizing spindle grille. The new guiding mantra a.....»»
Elon Musk’s Boring Company can’t get Tesla FSD to work in tunnels
Despite "full self driving," Teslas still can't cope with one-way tunnels. Enlarge / Human driver will continue to be a job at the Boring Company Las Vegas Loop for the foreseeable future. (credit: PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Gett.....»»
Polestar names former Opel, VinFast boss Michael Lohscheller as new CEO
Industry veteran Michael Lohscheller joins Polestar as it struggles financially. He replaces Thomas Ingenlath, who has resigned from the Geely-owned company......»»
How VPNs protect you from governments, thieves, and your boss
Governments, ISPs, and even your employer can watch every online move you make. Here's how the best VPN apps can keep your online life safe.The best VPN for iPhone apps can protect you from governments, hackers, even your employerMany countries openl.....»»