Weatherman’s Umbrellas Are on Sale Right Now

Spring is almost upon us, which means we’re about to see a lot of rain. “April showers bring May flowers,” after all. It’s time to stock up on rainy-weather gear—most importantly, umbrellas. Good news! WIRED-tested umbrella brand Weatherman is offering 25 percent off on select styles and colors until April 1. Below, we’ve highlighted the… Continue reading Weatherman’s Umbrellas Are on Sale Right Now

Upway launches online marketplace for refurbished e-bikes in US

Upway, the French startup that refurbishes and resells electric bikes across a range of brands, launched in the U.S. Tuesday. The company will focus its efforts on the Northeast region of the country, but its bikes will be available for shipping across the continental U.S. Upway has already made a name for itself in Europe,… Continue reading Upway launches online marketplace for refurbished e-bikes in US

MOXY WILLIAMSBURG OPENS TODAY, CAPTURING THE CREATIVE SPIRIT OF ITS DYNAMIC BROOKLYN NEIGHBORHOOD

A Playful Vibe, Eclectic Interior Design, and Four New Dining and Drinking Venues from the Team Behind Broken Shaker NEW YORK, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Moxy Williamsburg debuts today as the brand’s first hotel in Brooklyn, featuring interiors by BASILE Studio in collaboration with Lightstone Design Studio and four new dining and drinking venues… Continue reading MOXY WILLIAMSBURG OPENS TODAY, CAPTURING THE CREATIVE SPIRIT OF ITS DYNAMIC BROOKLYN NEIGHBORHOOD

Upway, the #1 Trusted in the Electric Bikes Marketplace, Launches in the U.S.

The top certified electric bike provider strives to make electric mobility accessible through the largest and most trusted selection of pre-owned electric bikes in the country up to a fraction of the cost. NEW YORK, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Upway, the top internationally certified electric bike marketplace, announces the official launch of operations in… Continue reading Upway, the #1 Trusted in the Electric Bikes Marketplace, Launches in the U.S.

@VW Group: “Now the Car Speaks Directly to the Insurance Company”006770

Comprehensive car insurance pays out in the event of damage, destruction, or loss of the vehicle. When customers report a claim, a time-consuming and personnel-intensive process begins for their insurance company. In addition to general claims processing, it often involves legal expertise and expert opinions. This takes time, is expensive, and squeezes profit margins in… Continue reading @VW Group: “Now the Car Speaks Directly to the Insurance Company”006770

@VW Group: Dane Bastian Buus is the new Porsche Junior 2023006768

Bastian Buus will remember his 18th birthday for a long time. Not because of the brightly coloured cake and improvised surprise party that his team organised for him in the pit tent. “On that day of all days, I made what is probably the biggest jump start in the history of the Porsche Carrera Cup… Continue reading @VW Group: Dane Bastian Buus is the new Porsche Junior 2023006768

Cleantechnica: 90,000 Miles On My Tesla Model 3 — Maintenance Costs Higher Than Expected 002635

I am a huge EV and Tesla fanboy. I know that in principal EVs are much less complex than cars with internal combustion engines. An internal combustion engine (ICE) replacement cost is ~$7000. It is much more complex than an electric motor. In addition, ICE cars have very complex transmissions (replacement cost ~$5000). You also… Continue reading Cleantechnica: 90,000 Miles On My Tesla Model 3 — Maintenance Costs Higher Than Expected 002635

@VW Group: “Now the Car Speaks Directly to the Insurance Company”006759

Comprehensive car insurance pays out in the event of damage, destruction, or loss of the vehicle. When customers report a claim, a time-consuming and personnel-intensive process begins for their insurance company. In addition to general claims processing, it often involves legal expertise and expert opinions. This takes time, is expensive, and squeezes profit margins in… Continue reading @VW Group: “Now the Car Speaks Directly to the Insurance Company”006759

Pronto To Showcase Its Simple, Cost Effective Autonomous Haulage System at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023

Pronto Autonomous Haulage System Exhibited at Bell Trucks America Booth # F9645 SAN FRANCISCO, March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Pronto, a leading autonomous vehicle solutions provider, today announced it will showcase its Autonomous Haulage System (AHS) at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023 (March 14-18). Pronto’s system will be displayed on a Bell B45E articulated dump truck at the Bell… Continue reading Pronto To Showcase Its Simple, Cost Effective Autonomous Haulage System at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023

Another AV company hits the skids, Scout Motors picks a home and Tesla’s tepid investor day

The Station is a weekly newsletter dedicated to all things transportation. Sign up here — just click The Station — to receive the full edition of the newsletter every weekend in your inbox. Subscribe for free.  Welcome back to The Station, your central hub for all past, present and future means of moving people and packages from Point… Continue reading Another AV company hits the skids, Scout Motors picks a home and Tesla’s tepid investor day