Tesla has just released its latest over-the-air software update (2022.40.1). The key upgrade here concerns charging. After installing the update, the battery will charge more efficiently, thanks to Tesla updating the thermal controls to take into account the actual power output of each individual Supercharger. The result is the battery can now charge a little… Continue reading Clean Technica: Latest Tesla OTA Update Increases Charging Speed, Adds Other Features002342
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Cleantechnica: Tesla Model Y vs. Ford Mustang Mach-E — Zach vs. Job Debate 002341
We’re on to the next round of our Ultimate EV Bracket Battle, and this is the best battle yet. It’s the best selling electric SUV in the United States versus the second best selling electric SUV in the United States! That’s the Tesla Model Y versus the Ford Mustang Mach-E. Now, when we say these… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Tesla Model Y vs. Ford Mustang Mach-E — Zach vs. Job Debate 002341
Tesla Reportedly Under Criminal Investigation for Claiming Its Cars Can Drive Themselves
A lot of eyes are on Tesla right now. Death Drive Tesla is reportedly under criminal investigation by the Justice Department over misleading marketing of its driver assistance system called Autopilot, Reuters reports. According to Reuter‘s sources, the department launched an undisclosed probe last year, investigating more than a dozen crashes involving Tesla’s notorious driver… Continue reading Tesla Reportedly Under Criminal Investigation for Claiming Its Cars Can Drive Themselves
Scientists Identify Exact Number of Burgers You Can Eat Without Destroying the Earth
“We are still not winning in any sector.” Burger Kings Rejoice, burger lovers! According to a new report from the World Resource Institute (WRI), those who live in the developed world can still eat delicious burgers and not entirely destroy the planet— as long as they make sure to cap consumption at about two normal-sized patties… Continue reading Scientists Identify Exact Number of Burgers You Can Eat Without Destroying the Earth
Elon Musk Spotted Carrying Sink Into Twitter Headquarters
“Let that sink in!” Let That Sink In Tesla CEO Elon Musk has shared a video of himself carrying what appears to be a ceramic bathroom sink into the lobby of Twitter HQ in San Francisco. “Entering Twitter HQ — let that sink in!” the enigmatic billionaire wrote in the caption, clearly amused by his… Continue reading Elon Musk Spotted Carrying Sink Into Twitter Headquarters
Apple MacOS Ventura Bug Breaks Third-Party Security Tools
The release of Apple’s new macOS 13 Ventura operating system on October 24 brought a host of new features to Mac users, but it’s also causing problems for those who rely on third-party security programs like malware scanners and monitoring tools. In the process of patching a vulnerability in the 11th Ventura developer beta, released… Continue reading Apple MacOS Ventura Bug Breaks Third-Party Security Tools
How Google Alerted Californians to an Earthquake Before It Hit
Android phones around San Francisco’s Bay Area buzzed with an alert on Tuesday morning: A 4.8 magnitude earthquake was about to hit. “You may have felt shaking,” some of the messages read. More than a million Android users saw the alert. And for some, it arrived seconds before the ground even started moving. It’s not… Continue reading How Google Alerted Californians to an Earthquake Before It Hit
Meta confirms next-generation Quest headset is coming in 2023
The $1500 Meta Quest pro may have just gone on sale, but the company is already teasing the next version in its line of cheaper VR headsets. During the company’s latest earnings call, outgoing CFO Dave Whener said “the next generation of the consumer Quest headset” will launch “later next year.” Mark Zuckerberg also referenced… Continue reading Meta confirms next-generation Quest headset is coming in 2023
Ford CEO Farley explains the business factors behind Argo AI’s shuttering
Shortly after news broke Wednesday afternoon that its self-driving subsidiary Argo AI would be wound down, Ford CEO Jim Farley joined in on the company’s Q3 earnings call and spoke at length about how senior management came to that decision. “It’s estimated that more than a hundred billion has been invested in the promise of… Continue reading Ford CEO Farley explains the business factors behind Argo AI’s shuttering
Amazon issues ill-timed advice after driver dies of apparent dog attack
One day after an Amazon driver in Missouri died of an apparent dog attack, some workers are accusing the company of sending an ill-timed, tone-deaf message in light of the incident. On Wednesday, Vice News reported that some drivers received a “Dog Awareness” message following Tuesday’s incident. The advisory refers to dogs as “our four-legged… Continue reading Amazon issues ill-timed advice after driver dies of apparent dog attack