autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

If there is one thing decades of space exploration have taught us, that's the fact it takes quite a lot of effort, but above all patience, to send and receive signals to and from distant spacecraft. And it's only natural, given the vast distances involved. Or is it? As things presently stand most of the world's space exploration missions rely on radio frequency systems for communication purposes.

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IT 138

Autoblog: Repairs

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Filed under: Auto Repair , Maintenance Continue reading How to hotwire a car How to hotwire a car originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 11 Sep 2024 13:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Automotive Fleet

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Conducted by Frost & Sullivan and commissioned by WEX, the report offers insights for organizations managing mixed-energy fleets across markets in Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific.

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Management 112

Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Hurricane Helene left a trail of death and destruction throughout the U.S. Southeast , but the impact of the massive storm may disrupt the automotive industry worldwide for months to come. Read more.

Automotive 70

Automotive 70

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Common sense would tell you that when a country is working on some advanced new weapon, it will try to keep secret as many things about it as possible. The U.S. regularly does this, especially for the upcoming B-21 Raider nuclear bomber, whose specifics are carefully being kept under wraps. What America does not hide, however (and quite publicly advertises) are the locations from where the plane will fly.

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IT 141

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Many classic cars have been ignored for decades and morphed into rust buckets. They're either forgotten in backyards and barns or resting in junkyards. To many of us, they're too far gone. However, some enthusiasts are still willing to save them or at least use their parts in other projects. The Pontiac GTO you see here is one of the lucky ones.

Car 126

Car 126

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Shaquille O'Neal likes his trucks to be huge, head-turning, and unique. That is exactly why he is bragging about the world's first widebody Tesla Cybertruck right now. His widebody pickup truck, the first of its kind, checks all the right boxes. Last month, we watched Shaquille O'Neal calling a dealership manager and asking him for a new Cybertruck.

Trucking 131

Trucking Management IT 131

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

Suppose you have $55,000 lying around and decide that it's time to upgrade your current whip. What would you choose: a brand-new Toyota Camry or a slightly used Porsche Taycan? They're quite different cars, but, at the end of the day, both have four doors and are on this Earth only to take you from point A to point B. It's up to you to decide.

Car 126

Car IT 126

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

It's been almost nine months already since American bike maker Harley-Davidson pulled the wraps off the 2024 Street Glide and Road Glide motorcycles. Presented back in January as the new American Dreamin' beauties, the two grand touring machines have quickly taken their rightful place at the top of the two-wheeler food chain. And now they get a new boost in punch thanks to a very comprehensive range of accessory options that allow buyers to go full custom right off the. ( continue read

Engineering 126

Engineering IT 126

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

For a long time, Tesla has stayed away from bi-directional charging, with the Cybertruck being the first model to support it via Powershare. However, a German company demonstrated that other Tesla models can also use their battery as a backup source if Tesla allows it. Bi-directional charging is a hot topic in North America, where power outages are frequent, and people appreciate the ability to power their house from the EV's battery. ( continue reading.

IT 124

IT 124

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The Super Bee was Dodge’s counter-offer to Plymouth’s Road Runner. Both nameplates debuted in 1968, but the fortunes weren’t smiling upon them the same way. While the cartoonish bird soared in sales, the humming bee never got the limelight, having the overpowering shadow of the second-gen Charger above its helmet. As such, the Super Bee is far rarer than the Road Runner; in other words, a way cooler barn find nowadays.

IT 119

IT 119

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The first time you heard the ‘ZR1’ name was probably in the early 70s, when it was introduced as a special engine package on the third generation (C3) Corvette. GM then made us wait two more decades for what would become one of the fastest-accelerating production cars in the world. The 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 redefined expectations not only for the Corvette brand, but for U.S. carmakers in general.

Engineering 124

Engineering Car IT 124

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

When the GTO option was released as the performance package of the 1964 Pontiac LeMans, it opened the floodgates for an entirely new segment of motoring – the muscle car. Promoted to model status in 1966, the GTO itself received a high-punching package of its own in 1969: there came the Judge. Three years later, ‘His Honor’ was waving its farewell to pistons after just 11,166 examples.

IT 124

IT Car 124

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Produced for a short period in 1977, the Pontiac Can Am is one of the forgotten gems of the Malaise Era. It's unclear how many of the 1,000+ examples built are still around, but these Ponchos are rare at classic car shows and on the auction block. One of these wanna-be muscle cars was recently sp. ( continue reading.

Car 119

Car IT 119

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Technology seems to be intertwined with data mining nowadays. Companies value our personal details. They want to know what we like, what we might want to buy, what we could be needing very soon, or where we plan to go. It's not just about serving us ads, no. It's about making as much profit as possible, even if that means eavesdropping on unsuspecting mobile device users.

IT 122

IT 122

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

There's a saying in showbiz that you should never work with kids or animals because they tend to be unruly, unpredictable, and chaotically fun in the most general sense, which is not conducive to cost-efficient production times. Rover the robot dog seems to fit the bill as well. Rover is Boston Dynamics' popular Spot robot dog, renamed as "Rover" to take over patrolling duties at Jaguar Land Rover's new ba. ( continue reading.

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122

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

CATL unveiled its new Tectrans battery lineups designed for the transportation industry. The new batteries are tailored for light commercial vehicles (L), buses (B), and trucks (T), each with different characteristics. The Tectrans T battery impresses with a lifespan of up to 15 years or 1.7 million miles. I would've laughed if you told me five years ago that I would consider a transportation trade show more exciting than a passenger. ( continue reading.

Transportation 121

Transportation Trucking Vehicle IT 121

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Sometimes, barn finds find the car nuts, even when they aren’t scooping remote areas in search of some forgotten gems that may or may not be hiding (sometimes in plain sight, right next door). Patrick Kellenberger can testify to that, and he can also provide solid evidence for his claims: one immaculate 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado he bought for two large seven years ago.

Car 119

Car 119

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The Irvine Police Department reportedly paid $150,000 to buy a Tesla Cybertruck Foundation Series and have it modified into a police car. The PD faced instant backlash. Taxpayers are hating it and call it a "no brainer." The Police Department in Irvine, California, has just purchased a Tesla Cybertruck Foundation Series. The model is expected to join the fleet of the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) unit. ( continue reading.

Education 122

Education Car IT 122

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

I've written many times about families traveling in tiny homes on wheels. Most families adopting a mobile lifestyle have three or four members, but today, I'm taking a look at a family of seven traveling full-time in perhaps one of the best-equipped family buses I've ever seen. Meet "The Wandering Nichols," a family of seven traveling the United States in their self-converted 1998 MC. ( continue reading.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The second-generation Pontiac GTO was fully redesigned compared to its predecessor, featuring fastback-like styling and more curvaceous body panels. GM also shortened the wheelbase and reduced overall length, although weight did go up ever so slightly. Gone were the vertically stacked headlights, replaced instead with a horizontal layout. You could even get concealed headlights, which turned out to be a popular option for obvious reasons. ( continue reading.

IT 116

IT 116

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

This 1951 Pontiac Super Deluxe Catalina had been sitting in a barn for 54 years. It belonged to a highly decorated marine, who was also a football star at the time, and was dreaming of becoming a priest. Jace Allen first spotted the Pontiac when he went cycling with his dad through the woods. They had no idea what type of car it was, they had no idea how old it was, they had no idea who it belonged to.

Car 122

Car IT 122

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

After a promising first model year for the S650 seventh-generation Ford Mustang that helped it regain its composure in the two-door RWD segment, the 2025 model year has arrived with interesting perks. On the one hand, we are eagerly expecting the odd clash between th. ( continue reading.

IT 119

IT 119

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The premium US automaker is truly the crown jewel of General Motors' automotive business – and it's potentially an even more complete carmaker than even Chevrolet these days, with just one glaring exception. Pound for pound, it seems that Cadillac is even better than Chevy – or it will be starting with model year 2025 when the latter. ( continue reading.

Trucking 119

Trucking Automotive IT 119

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Chevrolet has worked hard to have a cool SUV and crossover roster across the board – including the little Trax and Trailblazer as well as the all-new Equinox and Traverse or the refreshed Tahoe and Suburban full-sizers. But how about their trucks? While some might say the Colorado is fresh enough and the Silverados are still relevant (after all, it&#039. ( continue reading.

Trucking 119

Trucking IT 119

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

General Motors is pausing production at its Kansas plant. When manufacturing resumes, the Chevrolet Malibu will no longer be in the plant's portfolio. GM is killing the model and has to let go over 1,700 employees. The Fairfax Assembly plant in Kansas will not operate again until mid-2025. When operations resume, the production center will start building the Chevrolet Bolt EV and the Cadillac XT4 crossover. ( continue reading.

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Manufacturing IT 115

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Choosing the right app for a road trip is critical, especially if you drive to unfamiliar destinations where you don't know the whereabouts. Google Maps, Waze, and Apple Maps are the three top picks, so when I started planning my vacation, these were the first apps I looked into. Apple Maps was the first to be eliminated, as I still consider it useless in any region where the detailed city experience is unavailable.

IT 121

IT 121

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

A guy from Houston, Texas, purchased a 2019 Cadillac CTS-V and took it straight to the tuning firm. He had no idea what he wanted but he had one thing in mind: he wanted to beat his brother’s CT-5. The 2019 Cadillac CTS-V rolled off the production line with a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine, ( continue reading.

IT 118

IT Engineering 118

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Tiny houses are in demand these days for a variety of reasons that range from the housing crisis and the desire to combine working from home with traveling to how suited they are for highly curated – and monetized – social media content. But this tiny house is different from the rest. Tiny houses are diminutive homes built on top of trailers of various sizes.

Media 119

Media IT 119

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Tesla's Cybertruck does not need an introduction anymore. It has made its mark on the world, especially after it toured Europe and Asia. Some courageous customers living on the right side of the pond even found clever ways to import some units and make them road-legal. However, this particular Cybertruck is even more special than the units that left North America for good.

Media 119

Media IT 119

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Everyone, especially Tesla fans, expects Tesla to blow people's minds on October 10 during the "We, Robots" event set for the Robotaxi unveiling. With so much hype surrounding the event, there is a high chance that reality will not meet expectations, and the event will prove rather disappointing. If you're a Tesla fan or investor, you already know what was causing Tesla shares to trend hig. ( continue reading.

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112

Autoblog: Repairs

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Filed under: Auto Repair , Driving , Insurance , Maintenance , Ownership Continue reading Study: These are the best states to own a car Study: These are the best states to own a car originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 8 Sep 2024 11:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Auto Repair 119

Auto Repair Insurance Car 119

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

In late 1961, Chevrolet made one of its historic moves on the board of all-time high-performance American motoring and released the legendary 409 V8. Only 121 were made, but the seed had been planted. The following year, big-block production increased by more than 10,000% to 15,019 motors. Critically, the rowdy V8 pared cubic inches with horsepower, thanks to a pair of four-barrel Carter carburetors.

IT 119

IT 119

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Google Maps has been spoiling users with good news on all platforms lately, especially as Google has suddenly become more committed to improving the app, sometimes with goodies that made people wonder if the company is planning even bigger changes in the navigation space. Google Maps has been expanded with Waze-inspired features on CarPlay and Android Auto, getting incident reporting features directly on the infotainment screen (the Andro. ( continue reading.

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116

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Exploring abandoned properties can be fun if you're into antiques and memorabilia. For us car geeks, it becomes even better when the said property includes classic cars. It's actually a bit sad because they're usually too far gone, but barn/field finds are always worth a look. The pr. ( continue reading.

Car 116

Car IT 116

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

The Plymouth Barracuda was an iconic name that lived precisely ten years to the day, between April 1, 1964, and April 1, 1974. It inaugurated the pony car segment two weeks before the Ford Mustang, and it made a second coming in 1970 with a completely redesigned body and the full range of engines. ( continue reading.

Engineering 111

Engineering Mechanic Car IT 111

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

This guy was one of the first customers to get their Tesla Cybertrucks. He was also one of the first to put down a deposit, right on the evening Elon Musk introduced the model up on stage in Los Angeles, when its windows were shatterd to pieces. But he didn't like it much, so tried to flip it, and eventually traded it in. Now, he found out that the dealership still hasn't sold it, and it looks like it is there to stay.

IT 118

IT 118