The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a suit against John Deere, accusing it of “unfair” practices that force farmers to pay higher-than-average repair costs. The federal organization, along with attorneys general for Illinois and Minnesota, are alleging that the company engages in practices that keep farmers from being able to make repairs on equipment… Continue reading FTC sues John Deere over ‘unfair corporate tactics’ and ‘high repair costs’
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Tesla Supercharger access coming to Honda and Acura in spring, says Honda
Photo: Honda Honda and Acura EVs will gain access to Tesla’s Supercharger network this coming spring, according to Honda – though the brands are still missing from Tesla’s “coming soon” page. On Monday, Tesla updated its Supercharger “coming soon” page, adding several brands to the list of cars that will soon be able to charge at… Continue reading Tesla Supercharger access coming to Honda and Acura in spring, says Honda
Toyota will use familiar names for its upcoming EVs, shifting away from the controversial ‘bZ’
We had a feeling it was coming soon. Toyota is moving away from its “bZ” naming system for EVs with plans to use names you may already be familiar with. The bZ4X will likely be the only electric car Toyota sells globally under the old system. Toyota will use old names for new EVs The… Continue reading Toyota will use familiar names for its upcoming EVs, shifting away from the controversial ‘bZ’
Trump DOT nominee signals extra fees for EVs, continued NHTSA investigation into Tesla
President Trump’s nominee for head of the Department of Transport, Sean Duffy, has signaled imposing potential extra fees for electric vehicles and said that he plans to let NHTSA continue its investigation into Tesla’s advanced driver assist systems. Duffy is going through his U.S. Senate hearing today. The former lawmaker and lobbyist is one of… Continue reading Trump DOT nominee signals extra fees for EVs, continued NHTSA investigation into Tesla
Elon Musk complains Tesla is not getting subsidies for electric truck chargers while calling for end of EV subsidies
Elon Musk complains that Tesla is not getting subsidies for its electric truck chargers while calling for the end of electric vehicle subsidies in the US. Earlier this week, the Biden administration released the last round of funding for electric vehicle charging stations before the President leaves office. Tesla has been trying to secure part… Continue reading Elon Musk complains Tesla is not getting subsidies for electric truck chargers while calling for end of EV subsidies
Tesla will pause part of new Model Y production for 3 weeks for upgrades, report says
A new report states that Tesla will pause part of new Model Y production at Gigafactory Shanghai for 3 weeks to upgrade the lines. The shutdown will extend beyond the regular Chinese New Year. The Chinese New Year is technically 2 weeks long, but the official holiday lasts a week, during which significant parts of… Continue reading Tesla will pause part of new Model Y production for 3 weeks for upgrades, report says
DJI claims its decision to let drones fly in dangerous areas is not political
/ The company says it planned to shift responsibility to fliers months ago. By Sean Hollister, a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget. Share this story The DJI Mini 2, an older DJI drone.Photo by… Continue reading DJI claims its decision to let drones fly in dangerous areas is not political
Cars with Android Automotive are about to get a lot more apps
/ The “Car ready moble apps program” for developers is launching soon to make it easier to convert tablet apps to automotive ones. By Umar Shakir, a news writer fond of the electric vehicle lifestyle and things that plug in via USB-C. He spent over 15 years in IT support before joining The Verge. Share… Continue reading Cars with Android Automotive are about to get a lot more apps
Blue Origin is gearing up for a high-stakes launch with its New Glenn rocket
/ Blue Origin wants to reach orbit with its next New Glenn launch attempt. By Emma Roth, a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Share this story Image: Blue Origin Following a scrubbed launch attempt and weather-related… Continue reading Blue Origin is gearing up for a high-stakes launch with its New Glenn rocket
Kardashians Slammed for Using Way More Than Their Fair Share of Water, Then Griping About City’s Fire Response
“Must be weighing very heavy on you knowing you contributed to this.” Wasting Water Internet personality and socialite Khloe Kardashian has come under fire after criticizing Los Angeles mayor Karen Bass for cutting the city’s fire department’s budget — after wasting an egregious amount of water herself. In an Instagram story last week, Kardashian responded… Continue reading Kardashians Slammed for Using Way More Than Their Fair Share of Water, Then Griping About City’s Fire Response