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Extreme H is an upcoming off-road racing series with hydrogen cars
The sister championship of Extreme E is expected to get underway in 2024.
Baidu's robotaxi service is now available in all 'first-tier' Chinese cities
Baidu has launched its robotaxi hailing service in Shenzhen, now covering every 'first-tier' city in China.
This livestream of planes landing in a storm has derailed our day
Landing in a strong crosswind is no joke, as any pilot (or passenger) can attest.
Ford's Mustang Mach-E ousts the Tesla Model 3 as Consumer Reports' top EV
Consumer Reports now says the Ford Mustang Mach-E is its top EV pick, besting the Tesla Model 3.
NHTSA opens probe into Tesla's 'phantom braking' issue following owner complaints
The NHTSA announced on Thursday that it's opening an investigation into complaints by owners that Tesla Model 3/Ys would randomly decelerate while at freeway speeds, what's being called "phantom braking."
Formula 1 will use a VAR-style virtual control room to avoid controversy
Formula is implementing a VAR-like 'Virtual Race Control Room' to prevent a repeat of the messy 2021 season ending.
Elon Musk accuses SEC of conducting a 'harassment campaign'
Elon Musk and Tesla have accused the SEC of conducting a 'harassment campaign' in retaliation for Musk's criticism of the government.
Uber will let you see how many one- and five-star ratings you get
New York City has the lowest average rider rating among big US cities.
Ford makes it easier to 3D-print accessories for its Maverick pickup
Ford has released files to help you 3D-print accessories for its Maverick pickup truck.
Fisker starts taking reservations for its $29,900 Pear EV
Fisker is now taking reservations for the Pear, an 'urban' EV starting at $29,900.
The Polestar 5 will be built atop a 'bespoke' bonded aluminum platform
Polestar announced on Tuesday that its upcoming Polestar 5 electric performance sedan will ride atop an entirely new, lightweight bonded aluminum platform
Polestar's Super Bowl ad takes jabs at Tesla and VW
Polestar's first Super Bowl ad included obvious digs at Tesla, VW and industry hypocrisy.
Volta is installing 1,000 EV fast-charging stations at Walgreens locations
The stalls are already available at 49 stores, and they'll soon be present at more than 500.
Toyota invests another $90 million in EV production in the US
The automaker is also building a $1.29 billion battery plant in North Carolina.
Tesla recalls more than 578,000 vehicles over pedestrian warning sounds
Tesla is recalling more than 578,000 cars over concerns the Boombox feature would overpower pedestrian warning sounds.
Sony's Sophy racing AI beats Gran Turismo's top talent
On Wednesday, Sony debuted GT Sophy, an AI racer capable of taking on — and beating — some of the world’s best Gran Turismo players.
Kia's PHEV Sportage SUV is coming to America
After debuting it for the European market back in December, Kia has announced on Tuesday that the PHEV variant of its venerated Sportage line of SUVs is coming to America as well.
Jeep and Razor made an off-road electric scooter
Jeep and Razor have teamed up on an electric scooter built for off-roading.
Ford limits production at North American plants due to chip shortages
Stop us if you’ve heard this one before.
Ford starts 2022 with its highest EV sales numbers to date
If the bonkers preorder numbers for both the hybrid Maverick and the EV F-150 Lightning weren't enough of an indication, Ford's Q4 earnings results are plenty proof that the company's electrification efforts are already paying dividends.

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