July 9 (Reuters) – Comedian Sarah Silverman and two authors have filed copyright infringement lawsuits against Meta Platforms (META.O) and OpenAI for allegedly using their content without permission to train artificial intelligence language models. The proposed class action lawsuits filed by Silverman, Richard Kadrey and Christopher Golden in San Francisco federal court Friday allege Facebook… Continue reading Untitled
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J.D. Power study: For potential EV buyers, public charging is critical
EV experts disagree about how much and what kinds of public charging will be needed in the electric future. However, there’s absolutely no doubt about one thing: for potential EV buyers, the availability of public charging is the big banana in the bunch. Market analysis firm J.D. Power publishes a suite of EV-related studies each… Continue reading J.D. Power study: For potential EV buyers, public charging is critical
Volkswagen to Start Testing Its Adorable Self-Driving Vans
Get ready for even more chaos. Van Life Volkswagen announced on Thursday that it will debut its first stateside self-driving program in Austin, Texas. It’s the latest attempt from the German automaker to get a foothold in the autonomous vehicle market, especially in the US, after its previous ventures all but fizzled out. Spearheading Volkswagen’s… Continue reading Volkswagen to Start Testing Its Adorable Self-Driving Vans
Ford (F) Registers 11.2% Growth in US Vehicle Sales in Q2
Ford Motor Company F emerged as the top-selling brand in America in the second quarter of 2023, driven by the success of its trucks, electric vehicles and new vehicle introductions. The US legacy automaker achieved impressive sales growth of 11.2% during this period. The F-Series once again became America’s top-selling truck, with a 34% rise… Continue reading Ford (F) Registers 11.2% Growth in US Vehicle Sales in Q2
Ford unleashes the UK’s first legal hands-free drive car – but who will buy it?
The BlueCruise drive system gives the driver the option to go hands-free when certain conditions are met. In the UK that means motorways only, at the moment. Photograph: AP The BlueCruise drive system gives the driver the option to go hands-free when certain conditions are met. In the UK that means motorways only, at the… Continue reading Ford unleashes the UK’s first legal hands-free drive car – but who will buy it?
UAW wants EPA to soften vehicle emissions plan
Last month, UAW President Shawn Fain harshly criticized the U.S. Energy Department plan to lend USD 9.2 billion to a joint venture of Ford and South Korea’s SK On to build three U.S. battery plants. The United Auto Workers union on Friday called on the Biden administration to soften its proposed vehicle emissions cuts that… Continue reading UAW wants EPA to soften vehicle emissions plan
Clean Technica: Kentucky 1st To Mandate State-Funded EV Chargers Include Tesla Charge Ports002876
It’s been less than two months since Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) began being adopted by a number of automakers and charging companies. This week, however, the charging hardware also gained its first nod of approval from a state government, with Kentucky mandating the equipment on all new federally funded charging stations. Kentucky is set… Continue reading Clean Technica: Kentucky 1st To Mandate State-Funded EV Chargers Include Tesla Charge Ports002876
The story behind legendary Jeep’s name gives some fans the willies
ST. GEORGE, Utah — “Willis?” “Willie’s?” What’s in a name? People have debated the pronunciation of WWII icon Willys Jeep for decades, but the company that builds its direct descendant, the Jeep Wrangler, says, “Whatever you like. We’re good.” That’s the word from Jim Morrison, head of Jeep North America. I asked just after he showed… Continue reading The story behind legendary Jeep’s name gives some fans the willies
@Ford: Arriving on 2024 Mustang: Ford Exit Warning for Road Users
About Ford Motor Company About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan, committed to helping build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. The company’s Ford+ plan for growth and value creation combines existing strengths, new capabilities and always-on… Continue reading @Ford: Arriving on 2024 Mustang: Ford Exit Warning for Road Users
F1 Teams Are Already Working on the Power Units Coming in 2026
Formula 1’s 2023 season isn’t even half over, but manufacturers are already working on 2026. That is when revised power-unit regulations, running through 2030, will take effect. It will be the biggest overhaul to the rules since the introduction of 1.6-liter V6 turbocharged engines in 2014. There will be more manufacturers and a step toward… Continue reading F1 Teams Are Already Working on the Power Units Coming in 2026