The automotive industry is abuzz with whispers of potential tariffs targeting Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) under President Biden’s administration. These levies are anticipated to extend beyond EVs to encompass batteries and solar equipment, representing a…
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Ford Shifts to All-Electric Cars in Europe by 2030
In a significant shift from its previous stance, Ford has announced its intention to exclusively sell purely electric cars in Europe by 2030. This move aligns with the European Union’s directive that all new cars…
Putin Starts 5th Term with New Ride: Armored Aurus Limousine Takes Center Stage
Vladimir Putin was inaugurated for his unprecedented fifth term as Russia’s president on May 7th, 2024. Arriving at the Grand Kremlin Palace in Moscow, Putin was chauffeured in an Armored Aurus Senat L700 limousine, accompanied…
Albuquerque Sets Pace in IMSA Laguna Seca Practice, Aitken Crashes Cadillac
Albuquerque of Wayne Taylor Racing with Andretti Acura ARX-06 topped the opening practice session for the fourth round of the series, narrowly beating Philipp Eng of BMW and Mathieu Jaminet of Porsche Penske Motorsport 963.…
Palou Clinches Pole in Intense IndyCar Qualifying at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
In the recent IndyCar qualifying session at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Alex Palou, representing Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing, clinched his first pole position on the IMS road course with a late impressive lap of 1m09.0004s.…
Tariffs on Chinese Tech, Such as EVs, in Biden’s Crosshairs
U.S. President Joe Biden is getting ready to announce new tariffs on China. These tariffs will target important areas like electric vehicles. The announcement could happen as early as next week, maybe even on Tuesday.…
Ferrari Loses Pole at WEC Spa, Porsche Now on Top
Antonio Fuoco, driving the disqualified car #50, initially secured pole position in the Hyperpole session for the WEC race but has now lost all qualifying times due to a violation discovered after the session. The…
Man Sues Over Rejection of Anti-Biden Vanity Plate, Citing Hurt Feelings
Sometimes, what you want isn’t what you get, especially with personalized license plates. In Ohio, a man named Jeffrey Wonser wanted a specific plate, but the state said no. They thought his plate, “F46 LGB,”…
Plan Underway to Dynamically Remove Obstructing Cargo Ship in Baltimore
The big Dali container ship has been stuck in Baltimore since March when it crashed into and broke the Francis Scott Key bridge. The ship lost power and hit one of the supports of the…
US Air Force Post-WWII Surge: The Story of the Experimental Douglas 1211-J Bomber
Understanding the post-World War II power surge of the US Air Force can be quite a task. While Europe and East Asia focused on rebuilding after the war, the US, largely untouched by the conflict,…
Elfyn Evans Faces Rally Challenge with Smartphone Pacenotes
During a rally, Elfyn Evans faced an unexpected challenge when his co-driver, Scott Martin, accidentally left his pacenote book at the time control after stage six. This forced Martin to rely on a digital version…
Rapid-Build Drones: USAF’s Breakthrough Innovation
Though not as formidable as many of the drones currently utilized by the U.S. Air Force (USAF), this modest device holds the distinction, perhaps boasting of being the drone with the fastest conception to flight…
Cadillac Racing’s Triumph: “No Perfect Formula” Documentary Premieres On Samsung TV Plus
Cadillac and Samsung TV Plus have joined forces to announce the television premiere of “No Perfect Formula,” an attractive documentary chronicling Cadillac Racing’s remarkable comeback at the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans in June…
Lamborghini Iron Lynx Returns To FIA WEC With SC63 Prototype At Spa-Francorchamps
This weekend marks Lamborghini Iron Lynx’s return to the FIA World Endurance Championship at Belgium’s Spa-Francorchamps circuit for the third round, featuring an adjusted driver lineup in the #63 machine. Lamborghini Factory Driver Andrea Caldarelli…
Hired One Month, Fired the Next: Tesla Layoff Hits Recent Immigrant
Raj’s American dream took a sharp turn. Just a month after securing his H-1B visa and moving from India to work at Tesla, he found himself jobless. Tesla, in a cost-cutting move, laid off 20%…
LAMATA Teams Up with Waterways Authority to Make Travel in Lagos Easier
Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) and Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) have joined forces to establish a seamless transportation network in Lagos, funded by the French Development Agency (AFD). The project aims to integrate…
The Engineering Marvel of Bugatti’s Giant V16 Engine
The new Bugatti Chrion’s successor is on its way, and it’s bringing a massive V16 engine with it. Bugatti-Rimac CEO Mate Rimac talked about the upcoming hypercar and its gigantic motor at a conference in…
Automaker CEOs Like Ferdinand Piëch Only Live Once
Car purchases are often driven by emotions rather than logic, and Ferdinand Piëch, an Austrian businessman and heir to Porsche, understood this well. Throughout his more than 50 years in the car industry, his main…
Medicaid Savings: How NYC’s Pedestrian-Focused Streets Saved $90 Million
In many cities, roads were mainly designed to help cars move quickly. But now, cities are realizing that this might not be the best idea. While other countries have fewer accidents each year, in the…
‘Fast & Furious’ Roller Coaster Thrills Await in 2026 Opening
The Fast & Furious movies have been thrilling fans for many years. They show exciting car races and stunts that get people excited about cars. Now, Universal Studios Hollywood is bringing some of that excitement…
Power Acknowledges That it’s Not Great to Lose Two Important Team Members for the Upcoming Indy Races
Team Penske recently faced repercussions from a push-to-pass scandal in the IndyCar Series, resulting in a two-race suspension for four members, including Ruzewski, Tim Cindric, and Robbie Atkinson. Atkinson’s absence is particularly impactful for Will…
NASCAR Thrills: Larson’s Historic Victory Sets Stage for Darlington Drama
In a nail-biting finish, Kyle Larson clinched victory at Kansas Speedway in the NASCAR Cup Series, marking the closest finish in the history of the event. Larson edged out Chris Buescher by a mere 0.001…
Hyundai Driver Claims Narrow Victory Over Ogier in WRC Spectator Test Amid Tire Wear Concerns
The Hyundai driver triumphed over Toyota’s Sebastien Ogier by a slim margin of 0.6 seconds on the 2.94km beachside asphalt stage, setting the pace for the rally. With no service scheduled before the next morning’s…
DiBenedetto is Set to Race in the Rest of the 2024 NASCAR Xfinity Season
Matt DiBenedetto, a seasoned racer at 32, has had an extensive career in NASCAR, participating in nearly 250 Cup races. Despite not clinching a victory, he achieved notable success with three runner-up finishes and made…
Chinese Connected Vehicles Face U.S. Regulatory Scrutiny Amid Security Fears
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said that the U.S. might do something big, like banning or putting restrictions on Chinese-connected vehicles. This is the first time they’ve mentioned a ban after a security investigation. The Commerce…
