New Englanders, rejoice – at last, Vermont’s first Tesla store is being fitted up in South Burlington and will open soon. Vermont’s first (and only) Tesla store Up until now, Vermont’s approximately 3,000 Tesla drivers have had to travel to Latham, New York, for service and repairs, and if you wanted to buy or lease a… Continue reading The first Tesla store is finally opening in EV-loving Vermont
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Tesla ‘recalls’ 120,000 cars in the US, but it’s another software update
Tesla has “recalled” another 120,000 electric vehicles in the US, but the fix is just another over-the-air software update. There’s a lot of debate in the Tesla community about whether it’s fair to call those issues “recalls” since the word generally refers to having to physically recall a vehicle to the manufacturer or service center… Continue reading Tesla ‘recalls’ 120,000 cars in the US, but it’s another software update
The future of clean hydrogen in the US could hinge on a new tax credit
/ A highly anticipated tax credit is supposed to make clean hydrogen a viable alternative to fossil fuels in the US. By Justine Calma, a senior science reporter covering climate change, clean energy, and environmental justice with more than a decade of experience. She is also the host of Hell or High Water: When Disaster… Continue reading The future of clean hydrogen in the US could hinge on a new tax credit
Rite Aid’s Facial Recognition Accused Innocent Shoppers of Theft
“Rite Aid’s reckless use of facial surveillance systems left its customers facing humiliation…” Face Off When companies and organizations use facial recognition technology for surveillance or security, the results are inaccurate enough that they often lead to disastrous outcomes. The latest case in point is the drug chain Rite Aid, which used faulty facial recognition… Continue reading Rite Aid’s Facial Recognition Accused Innocent Shoppers of Theft
While Elon Musk Says the Cybertruck Can Float, Tesla Told a Guy His Model 3 Broke Because He Washed It
“This is the only car that I’ve ever heard of where a car wash can damage the wiring.” Washed Up Tesla CEO Elon Musk has once again been playing up his dubious claims that the Cybertruck will not only be able to float — perhaps technically true in some very narrow sense of the word… Continue reading While Elon Musk Says the Cybertruck Can Float, Tesla Told a Guy His Model 3 Broke Because He Washed It
Google Reportedly Replacing Some Human Staff With AI
The steady march towards AI job automation continues — even at companies pioneering the tech. According to a new report by The Information, search giant Google is looking to reassign or let go of sales workers whose jobs were automated by the company’s new AI tools. While it’s unclear how many humans will end up… Continue reading Google Reportedly Replacing Some Human Staff With AI
Killer Whale Yeets Dolphin Into the Sky
Terror in the high seas! Sea Bullies Orcas have gobbled up news headlines this past year due to numerous reports of these killer whales harassing — and at times even sinking — boats, sparking countless memes and befuddlement. When they aren’t busy assaulting seagoing vessels, orcas are known to hunt dolphins, and this behavior was… Continue reading Killer Whale Yeets Dolphin Into the Sky
Review: ‘Ferrari’ Is Michael Mann’s Cinematic Auto Biography
Midway through Ferrari, the iconic Italian motor-racing impresario sits at a table with his adolescent son, born of his mistress. Enzo Ferrari sketches a design for a 12-cylinder engine, in long, chalky swoops, like a seamstress designing an elegant gown. He explains to his boy that the curved, sweeping angles create better airflow, which means… Continue reading Review: ‘Ferrari’ Is Michael Mann’s Cinematic Auto Biography
Guava Family Roam Stroller Review (2023): Convenient Jogging Stroller
Once it’s folded, the stroller is considerably smaller than any of the other joggers I’ve tested from Thule and Bob. It looks as small as a standard stroller while folded, but it stands up better than most strollers you’ll find, thanks to the handlebar at the base. Pump the Brakes The biggest downside of this… Continue reading Guava Family Roam Stroller Review (2023): Convenient Jogging Stroller
Facebook Marketplace Is Being Ruined by Zelle Scammers
Some scams encourage people to upgrade their Zelle accounts to a business tier to receive money from a buyer, according to the Better Business Bureau, and come from emails mimicking Zelle, but with different domains. That upgrade appears to cost $300, and the buyer promises to send it if the seller will then refund it.… Continue reading Facebook Marketplace Is Being Ruined by Zelle Scammers