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22 February 2025

The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Is Better Than Ever

insideevs.com | 2 | February 21 2025 13:03 UTC

On this week's episode of the InsideEVs podcast, we cover Patrick's drive in the 2025 Ioniq 5, new Kias coming and anti-Tesla protests....

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The Job Utility Workers Do To Keep Cities Running Is Amazing: COTD

theautopian.com | 0 | February 22 2025 01:13 UTC

Millions of people live out entire months, years, and lives in the skyscraper canyons of cityscapes. This couldn’t work the way it does without...

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Trump to shut down all 8,000 EV charging ports at federal govt buildings

electrek.co | 0 | February 21 2025 22:57 UTC

The Trump administration is shutting down EV chargers at all federal government buildings and is also expected to sell off the General Services Administration‘s (GSA)...

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One year later: Revisiting NASCAR's closest three-wide photo finish in history

motorsport.com | 0 | February 21 2025 22:27 UTC

Just before the start of the 2025 season, Daniel Suarez, Kyle Busch, and Ryan Blaney all got together for a private theater screening of...

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Tesla Recalls 380,000 Cars Because Power Steering May Fail

insideevs.com | 0 | February 21 2025 22:20 UTC

The issue affects Model 3s and Model Ys, but it should be fixable with a software update....

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This Ridiculous Sports Car Had A Legendary Duramax Diesel V8 Truck Engine, Claimed 57 MPG, And Ran On Cooking Oil

theautopian.com | 0 | February 21 2025 22:17 UTC

Most sports cars and supercars throughout history have followed similar formulas. Sports cars are light, small, and nimble while supercars pile on gobs of...

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Stellantis Has Developed a Level 3 Self-Driving Function

caranddriver.com | 0 | February 21 2025 21:52 UTC

Called STLA AutoDrive 1.0, the new hands-free system only works up to 37 mph, and Stellantis confirms it's not scheduled to go on the...

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Trump Administration Now Removing EV Chargers From Government Buildings

insideevs.com | 0 | February 21 2025 21:51 UTC

The General Services Administration is reportedly shutting down 8,000 EV chargers at federal sites, and deleting websites about EV efforts....

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Ford Mustang Mach-E is heavily discounted, you can even lease it for less than a Toyota Camry

electrek.co | 0 | February 21 2025 21:37 UTC

Ford is offering big savings opportunities right now on its electric vehicles. The Ford Mustang Mach-E can be leased for less than a Toyota...

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NEMA unveils a standard for bidirectional EV charging

electrek.co | 0 | February 21 2025 21:08 UTC

NEMA has published its EVSE Power Export Permitting Standard, which defines the technical parameters to allow EV owners to enable bidirectional charging, which allows electricity to...

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Genesis GV60 Magma, Hyundai Ioniq 6 N Spied Testing With A Porsche Taycan

insideevs.com | 0 | February 21 2025 20:44 UTC

The Magma will be the hottest version of the Genesis GV60, with similar performance to a Hyundai Ioniq 5 N....

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Podcast: Tesla protests, Rivian earnings, Kia’s new EVs, and more

electrek.co | 0 | February 21 2025 20:40 UTC

In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla protests, Rivian’s...

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For Just Two Short Years, Saleen Would Sell You A New Ford Focus With A Freaking Nitrous Kit

theautopian.com | 0 | February 21 2025 20:37 UTC

It’s sometime in the mid-2000s, and you just rented “The Fast And The Furious” from Blockbuster for the 137th time. As that scene in...

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A Special Bonus Now That We Have A Bunch Of New Members, Here Are A Bunch Of Transparent PNGs You Can Use For… Things– Tales From The Slack

theautopian.com | 0 | February 21 2025 20:02 UTC

Hey, it’s a fun time to become a member so you can read this post. I’ll even give you a 5.04% discount. Do it,...

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You’ve Got The Tools, Time, Cash, Space, And Skill To Build Your Own Car – What’ll It Be?

theautopian.com | 0 | February 21 2025 19:31 UTC

While I have nothing but the deepest possible respect for the Davids and Stephens Walters Gossin and Mercedes (Streeters, not Benzes) of the world...

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Here’s our first look at the Genesis GV90 with coach doors: The next ultra-luxe EV

electrek.co | 0 | February 21 2025 19:21 UTC

Genesis is preparing to launch its flagship electric SUV, the GV90. It will be the largest, most luxurious Genesis vehicle yet, loaded with advanced tech, premium...

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IEEE Offers AI Training Courses and a Mini MBA Program

spectrum.ieee.org | 0 | February 21 2025 19:00 UTC

Artificial intelligence is changing the way business is conducted. Organizations that understand where to deploy AI strategically—whether through process improvements, more effective data use,...

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Lectric XP 3.0 long-range e-bikes get $563 bundle at new $1,139 low, Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 cooler $809, GE smoker, Jackery, more

electrek.co | 0 | February 21 2025 19:00 UTC

Closing out this week’s Green Deals, we have a notable changeup in Lectric’s ongoing Presidents’ Day sale, with the XP 3.0 Long-Range e-bikes getting...

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Beautiful Maserati GranCabrio now £35k cheaper thanks to new 483bhp base version

autoexpress.co.uk | 0 | February 21 2025 18:59 UTC

The stunning V6-powered four-seat drop-top is now much more affordable… if you have a spare £131k to hand...

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New Maserati GranCabrio 490-CV - pictures

autoexpress.co.uk | 0 | February 21 2025 18:57 UTC

Pictures of the new Maserati GranCabrio 490-CV...

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Texas Measles Outbreak Nears 100 Cases, Raising Concerns About Undetected Spread

scientificamerican.com | 0 | February 21 2025 18:30 UTC

Low vaccination rates and undetected infections are driving the measles outbreak in West Texas...

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Come See Our 375,000 Mile Taxi Cab At Our North Carolina Reader Meetup (SUNDAY)!

theautopian.com | 0 | February 21 2025 17:48 UTC

I’m here in Chapel Hill, North Carolina with Torch, fixing up our 375,000 Mile Nissan NV200 Taxi Cab. Will it be in good enough...

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The electric Jeep Compass may be a pipe dream after all

electrek.co | 0 | February 21 2025 17:25 UTC

Jeep is reconsidering plans to launch an electric Compass in North America. The next-gen Jeep Compass is officially on pause after Stellantis temporarily halted...

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Mercedes-AMG Is Cooking Up a New-Generation V-8 Powertrain

caranddriver.com | 0 | February 21 2025 17:17 UTC

Yep, you read that correctly. Mercedes-AMG confirmed it is working to develop a new hybrid V-8 powertrain that should arrive as soon as 2026....

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Three car garage: £30k for a Mercedes E-Class, Abarth 595 and Dacia Duster

autoexpress.co.uk | 0 | February 21 2025 17:08 UTC

There's £30,000 to spend, and three parking spaces to fill. We take a look into the depths of the Auto Express used car classifieds...

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Car Deal of the Day: Stand out with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 for under £230 a month

autoexpress.co.uk | 0 | February 21 2025 17:06 UTC

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 was a landmark EV when it launched, and it’s still good value for money. It’s our Deal of the Day...

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Video Friday: Helix

spectrum.ieee.org | 0 | February 21 2025 17:00 UTC

Video Friday is your weekly selection of awesome robotics videos, collected by your friends at IEEE Spectrum robotics. We also post a weekly calendar...

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The Cheapest Cool Car You Can Buy Might Be This $26,125 Mini Cooper

theautopian.com | 0 | February 21 2025 16:57 UTC

While it’s now easier than ever to buy a nice small car thanks to the bar in the segment being raised substantially, it’s hard...

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Used BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe (Mk1, 2020-date) buyer's guide: classy but flawed

autoexpress.co.uk | 0 | February 21 2025 16:36 UTC

A full used buyer's guide to the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe that's been on sale since 2020...

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Why Apple Should Buy Nissan

theautopian.com | 0 | February 21 2025 16:22 UTC

Nissan’s credit was downgraded to “junk” stats by ratings firm Moody’s today; that is a bad thing. The company walked away from a deal...

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"Diversity" Documents That Weren't about DEI Were Purged from OSHA Websites

scientificamerican.com | 0 | February 21 2025 16:00 UTC

OSHA webpages removed for containing the word "diversity" had no relation to gender or racial diversity...

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Rivian Says Policy Shifts Will Cost 'Hundreds Of Millions' This Year

insideevs.com | 0 | February 21 2025 15:56 UTC

Rivian's future looks promising, but regulatory and economic headwinds pose a challenge to its growth plans....

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Tesla Model Y Juniper: Base, Long-Range, AWD Specs Released In Europe

insideevs.com | 0 | February 21 2025 15:53 UTC

Tesla just dropped a lot more information about the Berlin-built, refreshed Tesla Model Y sold in Europe. Here's what we know....

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Some Geniuses Are Putting Cheap Dodge Neon Parts In Their Jeeps To Try To Improve Mileage And Performance

theautopian.com | 0 | February 21 2025 15:43 UTC

When you own a Jeep, there are all kinds of fancy aftermarket parts you can buy to upgrade your ride. But sometimes you can...

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Used BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe - pictures

autoexpress.co.uk | 0 | February 21 2025 15:26 UTC

Pictures of a Mik1 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe...

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Tesla deliveries expected to go down to levels not seen in more than 2 years

electrek.co | 0 | February 21 2025 15:22 UTC

Tesla deliveries are expected to decrease this quarter to levels not seen in more than two years. We have to go back to 2022...

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BMW's Neue Klasse EVs Will Include Tri- And Quad-Motor Cars

insideevs.com | 0 | February 21 2025 15:16 UTC

At a technical presentation in Germany, BMW explains how batteries, motors and innovative components are transforming its future....

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The Worst Tools For The Job: 1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs 1976 Land Rover 101

theautopian.com | 0 | February 21 2025 15:00 UTC

Good morning! You know, we spend a lot of time on here looking at practical daily drivers; they’re the bread-and-butter of the cheap car...

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Tested: 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera Punches Above Its Weight

caranddriver.com | 0 | February 21 2025 15:00 UTC

This entry-level Porsche 911 hits hard and delivers the goods despite having a seemingly modest horsepower number....

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View Exterior Photos of the 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera

caranddriver.com | 0 | February 21 2025 15:00 UTC

2025 Porsche 911 Carrera exterior photos....

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View Interior Photos of the 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera

caranddriver.com | 0 | February 21 2025 15:00 UTC

2025 Porsche 911 Carrera interior photos....

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Rivian is recalling over 17,000 R1S and R1T vehicles due to faulty headlights

electrek.co | 0 | February 21 2025 14:52 UTC

Rivian issued a recall for over 17,000 vehicles on Friday due to a headlight issue that only occurs in cold weather. The recall impacts...

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I Have Questions About The Car On The Countertop Mat At AutoZone

theautopian.com | 0 | February 21 2025 14:44 UTC

As I mentioned yesterday, David is in town and we’re working on a fairly idiotic automotive project that we’ll be writing about soon. This...

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Why The Tesla Model S’s Battery Voltage Was Determined By Its Seatbelt

theautopian.com | 0 | February 21 2025 14:29 UTC

Before he was CEO of Lucid Motors, Peter Rawlinson was the Chief Engineer of arguably the most important electric car ever: The Tesla Model...

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Desert Power Wagons Builds a Mega Retro Truck on Top of a New Ram

caranddriver.com | 0 | February 21 2025 14:00 UTC

The company’s latest creation features a full modern-day Ram interior and a new heavy-duty chassis to go with it....

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Reinforcement Learning Triples Spot’s Running Speed

spectrum.ieee.org | 0 | February 21 2025 14:00 UTC

About a year ago, Boston Dynamics released a research version of its Spot quadruped robot, which comes with a low-level application programming interface (API)...

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This Frozen Detroit Neighborhood Is Like A Scene From ‘The Day After Tomorrow’

theautopian.com | 0 | February 21 2025 13:50 UTC

Snow and low temperatures can be rough on cars at the best of times. An unfortunate conflation of events pushed that to new levels...

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Popular Super73 electric bikes recalled for brake failure

electrek.co | 0 | February 21 2025 13:13 UTC

Super73, a leading e-bike manufacturer based in Irvine, California famous for its moped-style electric bikes, has issued a recall for two of its popular...

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Why Emotional Sounds Translate across Culture and Language

scientificamerican.com | 0 | February 21 2025 13:00 UTC

The sounds we make during emotional moments or when experiencing pain may not be arbitrary...

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Maybe You Should Use Your Hazard Lights In Some Situations: COTD

theautopian.com | 0 | February 21 2025 12:55 UTC

If you ever drive through inclement weather, you’re bound to find at least one person unnecessarily driving around with their hazards. The idea here...

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Feeling Overwhelmed by the News? Here’s How to Protect Your Mental Health

scientificamerican.com | 0 | February 21 2025 12:30 UTC

An explanation of the science behind news fatigue, plus expert advice to take control and protect your well-being while staying engaged...

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Nissan turning to Tesla as potential investor after Honda deal fell through

electrek.co | 0 | February 21 2025 12:28 UTC

Japan reportedly plans to try to convince Tesla to invest in Nissan after the merger with Honda fell through. Do you think it makes sense?...

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Why Is the Trump Administration Villainizing Mental Health Meds for Kids?

scientificamerican.com | 0 | February 21 2025 12:00 UTC

A federal commission to examine U.S. chronic disease could undercut real treatment for kids with depression, ADHD and other mental health challenges...

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Electric car tax explained: how the EV tax burden is about to get heavier

autoexpress.co.uk | 0 | February 21 2025 11:57 UTC

New tax rates from April 2025 will add hundreds of pounds to the cost of running an EV...

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What’s on the Milky Way’s Far Side?

scientificamerican.com | 0 | February 21 2025 11:45 UTC

With radio and infrared telescopes, astronomers can pierce the dusty veil of our galaxy and map its farthest reaches...

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Biological Anthropology Points to Possible Reasons for Hair and Skin Tone Diversity

scientificamerican.com | 0 | February 21 2025 11:00 UTC

Humans have a surprising lack of hair for mammals. Biological anthropology may provide insights into why the hair we have sometimes comes out curly....

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Steiner drops Haas F1 lawsuit after mediation

motorsport.com | 0 | February 21 2025 10:42 UTC

Guenther Steiner has dropped his lawsuit against the Haas Formula 1 outfit after the former team principal came to an agreement during mediation proceedings. The...

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