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03 July 2025

A Dealer Is Selling A Ram 2500 For $21,000 Off And It’s Not A Fluke

theautopian.com | 1 | July 03 2025 13:51 UTC

It’s hard to think of a Stellantis brand that is doing particularly well right now. They’ve all got their issues, even Ram—which is seeing...

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A Toyota GR Corolla Blew Up While Racing And Nobody Knows Why

theautopian.com | 0 | July 03 2025 20:22 UTC

There’s no place like the track. From the thrill of finding the perfect braking point to the cholesterol of greasy concession stand food, these...

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The EV Tax Credit Is Dead. Here's Why I Still Have Hope

insideevs.com | 0 | July 03 2025 20:12 UTC

Automakers and politicians can try to snuff out EV enthusiasm, but the cars are too damn good to go away....

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UPS drivers to receive buyout offer as company shrinks parcel network

freightwaves.com | 0 | July 03 2025 20:03 UTC

UPS will offer an early retirement package to drivers as it looks to cull 20,000 workers amid slower parcel growth. The post UPS drivers...

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Quantum computers are surprisingly random – but that's a good thing

newscientist.com | 0 | July 03 2025 20:00 UTC

While randomising a deck of cards gets more difficult as you add more cards, it turns out that the same isn't true for the...

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Feds ease skills evaluation for physically impaired truck drivers

freightwaves.com | 0 | July 03 2025 19:44 UTC

Virginia truck drivers that need a skill performance certificate will benefit from a more streamlined evaluation process. The post Feds ease skills evaluation for physically...

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XPO rating cut by S&P, agency cites continuing weak freight market

freightwaves.com | 0 | July 03 2025 19:42 UTC

LTL carrier XPO had its debt rating cut by S&P.. The post XPO rating cut by S&P, agency cites continuing weak freight market appeared first...

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Congress votes to send 2 million US jobs to China, increase deficit, energy costs

electrek.co | 0 | July 03 2025 19:37 UTC

Congressional republicans have passed the republican tax bill that kills a slew of tax credits to help working families become more energy efficient, improve...

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Toyota Was ‘Flabbergasted’ By BYD’s EV Development Speed

insideevs.com | 0 | July 03 2025 19:34 UTC

Tesla first upended how cars are made. Chinese carmakers took Tesla’s playbook and went ballistic with it....

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Congress approves bill unleashing major tax breaks for trucking

freightwaves.com | 0 | July 03 2025 19:29 UTC

President Trump is expected to sign legislation that extends business-friendly provisions included in the 2017 tax cuts. The post Congress approves bill unleashing major tax...

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Tesla Model Y no longer the world’s best selling car… with a possible asterisk

electrek.co | 0 | July 03 2025 19:25 UTC

The Tesla Model Y was dethroned as the world’s best selling car last year, according to data from JATO dynamics. It was beaten by...

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Can An Electric Car Company Ever Offer A Gas Car?

theautopian.com | 0 | July 03 2025 19:21 UTC

Let’s just say, hypothetically, you are an electric car startup that came into existence riding on the EV-hype train and all the financial investment...

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Aventon and Velotric 4th of July sales take up to $720 off e-bikes to annual lows, EcoFlow 48-hour flash sale, LG, Husqvarna, more

electrek.co | 0 | July 03 2025 19:17 UTC

We’ve got plenty of seasonal sales in today’s Green Deals, led by Aventon’s 4th of July Sale that is taking up to $500 off...

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Ways to Bridge the U.S. Computer Science Education Gap

spectrum.ieee.org | 0 | July 03 2025 19:00 UTC

Computer science plays a significant role in advancing and transforming communication, entertainment, finance, health care, and other fields. Yet only about 58 percent of...

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61 Million Drivers Prepare to Hit the Road This 4th of July Weekend

caranddriver.com | 0 | July 03 2025 19:00 UTC

AAA expects both road and air travel to set new record highs this holiday weekend with more than 72 million traveling in all....

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First Human Genome from Ancient Egypt Sequenced from 4,800-Year-Old Teeth

scientificamerican.com | 0 | July 03 2025 19:00 UTC

Forty years after the first effort to extract mummy DNA, researchers have finally generated a full genome sequence from an ancient Egyptian, who lived...

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Running on Ice: Port Laredo becomes a cold chain powerhouse

freightwaves.com | 0 | July 03 2025 18:31 UTC

In this edition: Breaking down top cold chain hubs, developments in the autoimmune drugs, and ramen comes to the frozen aisle. The post Running...

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US, Mexico negotiating to avoid tariffs on tomatoes, official says

freightwaves.com | 0 | July 03 2025 18:09 UTC

Trade stakeholders in Arizona and Texas urge the Trump administration to maintain the Tomato Suspension Agreement between the U.S. and Mexico. The post US, Mexico...

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Lancia Revives Integrale Designation, Could a New Delta Be Next?

caranddriver.com | 0 | July 03 2025 18:00 UTC

Lancia didn't officially confirm the Delta HF Integrale's return, but the mention of a mysterious future model has fueled speculation....

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Max Verstappen remains tight-lipped on F1 future but rules out sabbatical

motorsport.com | 0 | July 03 2025 17:59 UTC

It appears everyone is now talking about Max Verstappen's F1 future. Apart from the four-time world champion himself.  At his cagey press conference at Silverstone,...

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Tesla Model Y Dethroned As World's Best Selling Car

insideevs.com | 0 | July 03 2025 17:37 UTC

Plus, nearly 1-in-5 new car buyers are paying more than $1,000 per month for their new cars and Tesla is struggling to sell Cybertrucks...

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Yuki Tsunoda takes the blame for F1 Austrian GP shocker

motorsport.com | 0 | July 03 2025 17:35 UTC

Yuki Tsunoda insists he is still feeling the love from his Red Bull bosses after admitting the issues with his poor Formula 1 Austrian...

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The Best Affordable Electric Cars In 2025: Cheap, Reliable Options For Everyone

insideevs.com | 0 | July 03 2025 17:34 UTC

Discover the best new affordable electric cars you can buy today—top picks from InsideEVs experts that won't break the bank....

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A USPS Mail Truck Might Be The Worst Getaway Car But Someone Went For It Anyway

theautopian.com | 0 | July 03 2025 17:30 UTC

In the list of ideal vehicles to flee from the police, a USPS mail truck ranks very low. The Grumman LLV may be a...

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Car Deal of the Day: MG ZS gives a big SUV feel for a miniscule £194 a month

autoexpress.co.uk | 0 | July 03 2025 17:18 UTC

The MG ZS is an easy car to like and live with. It’s our Deal of the Day for 3 July...

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2026 BMW M2 CS Sets a New Nürburgring Record for a Compact Car

caranddriver.com | 0 | July 03 2025 17:00 UTC

The updated CS model shaves more than 13 seconds off the 2023 M2's Nordschleife time and more than eight seconds off the previous record...

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U.S. intermodal rail narrowly down

freightwaves.com | 0 | July 03 2025 16:41 UTC

Carload rail freight edged down in the latest week but stayed ahead of year-to-date levels. The post U.S. intermodal rail narrowly down appeared first on...

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Lewis Hamilton would recommend Mercedes switch to Max Verstappen 

motorsport.com | 0 | July 03 2025 16:41 UTC

Lewis Hamilton revealed he would give a glowing Mercedes reference to Max Verstappen, should the Dutchman decide its time to leave Red Bull and...

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How Massive Medicaid Cuts Will Harm People’s Health

scientificamerican.com | 0 | July 03 2025 16:40 UTC

Evidence shows that Medicaid improves people’s health and is particularly vital for babies, older people in need of long-term care and people in rural...

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FedEx to implement single pricing structure for express, standard pickups

freightwaves.com | 0 | July 03 2025 16:36 UTC

FedEx will soon provide a single pricing structure for parcel pickups to coincide with restructuring of Express and Ground networks into a single network....

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Minivans Are Back, Baby!

theautopian.com | 0 | July 03 2025 16:33 UTC

You know what’s great? A minivan. You know what all my friends are buying? Highlanders. That’s the safe choice. Or maybe a Honda Pilot....

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Bluetti Elite 200 V2 portable power pack review

autoexpress.co.uk | 0 | July 03 2025 16:31 UTC

The Bluetti Elite 200 V2 portable power pack is a useful alternative to petrol generators for those who venture off the grid...

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New Interstellar Object Comet 3I/ATLAS—What We Know So Far as It Zips through the Solar System

scientificamerican.com | 0 | July 03 2025 16:15 UTC

All eyes are on Comet 3I/ATLAS as astronomers worldwide chase the exotic ice ball through our solar system...

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Xiaomi YU7 First Look: Here Are Some Of The Most Clever Accessories And Features

insideevs.com | 0 | July 03 2025 16:13 UTC

Extra buttons, a projector and a magnetic tissue box. China's Apple crossover is really clever....

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Hyundai Ioniq 6 N Sedan to Debut on July 10, Promises Big Drifts

caranddriver.com | 0 | July 03 2025 16:05 UTC

Hyundai's second high-performance EV will be unveiled at the Goodwood Festival of Speed and will bring bold bodywork, revised suspension, and faux gearshifts....

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Truck transportation jobs: 12 months of overall stability

freightwaves.com | 0 | July 03 2025 16:02 UTC

The monthly jobs report showed small changes in truck transportation employment, more of the overall trend of stability. The post Truck transportation jobs: 12 months...

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Xpeng launches G7, a new Tesla Model Y competitor for just $27,000

electrek.co | 0 | July 03 2025 15:55 UTC

Xpeng has officially launched its new G7 electric SUV in China, entering the fiercely competitive electric crossover market with a starting price of just...

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Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill Act Will Raise U.S. Climate Emissions

scientificamerican.com | 0 | July 03 2025 15:50 UTC

Four research firms project that the Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill Act will raise greenhouse gas emissions and likely put U.S. and global climate...

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Where George Russell stands amid talk of Max Verstappen’s shock Mercedes move

motorsport.com | 0 | July 03 2025 15:37 UTC

George Russell has given his firmest indication yet that his Formula 1 future lies with Mercedes, labelling his chances of leaving in 2026 "exceptionally...

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US container import tariffs averaging 21%, says Maersk

freightwaves.com | 0 | July 03 2025 15:32 UTC

Shippers are paying an average 21% tariff on containerized imports entering the United States, ocean line Maersk said. The post US container import tariffs averaging...

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Our 2025 Toyota Prius Arrives in Style to Reset Its Reputation

caranddriver.com | 0 | July 03 2025 15:30 UTC

The Prius is here to prove that its makeover goes beyond its flashy new sheetmetal with a more potent, yet still efficient, hybrid powertrain....

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View Exterior Photos of Our Long-Term 2025 Toyota Prius XLE

caranddriver.com | 0 | July 03 2025 15:30 UTC

See the exterior of our long-term 2025 Toyota Prius XLE from every angle....

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View Interior Photos of Our Long-Term 2025 Toyota Prius XLE

caranddriver.com | 0 | July 03 2025 15:30 UTC

See the interior of our long-term 2025 Toyota Prius XLE from every angle....

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Alpine reveals new all-electric rally car

motorsport.com | 0 | July 03 2025 15:28 UTC

Alpine has taken the covers off an all-new electric rally car that is set to make its competition debut before the end of the...

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Most powerful Ariel Atom ever celebrates 25 years of the extreme track car

autoexpress.co.uk | 0 | July 03 2025 15:06 UTC

New Ariel Atom 4RR spits out 525bhp, which is all sent to the rear wheels...

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The 2025 Polaris Slingshot R Is Somehow Insanely Fun Despite Being The Least Practical New Vehicle Today

theautopian.com | 0 | July 03 2025 15:05 UTC

Have you ever loved something despite the fact that it doesn’t really make sense? The 2025 Polaris Slingshot R falls into that weird category....

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This 1945 TV Console Showed Two Programs at Once

spectrum.ieee.org | 0 | July 03 2025 15:00 UTC

As I try to write this article, my friend and I have six different screens attached to three types of devices. We’re working in...

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MIT and Mass General Hospital researchers find disparities in organ allocation

news.mit.edu | 0 | July 03 2025 15:00 UTC

In an analysis of over 160,000 transplant candidates, researchers found that race is linked to how likely an organ offer is to be accepted...

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Southwestern Coupes With The Same Size Engine: 1970 Mercedes 250C vs 1981 Pontiac Phoenix

theautopian.com | 0 | July 03 2025 14:46 UTC

For our final Showdown of this short week, we’re taking a look at a couple of two-door coupes from out in the desert –...

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Extreme Renault 5 4x4 concept could be the ultimate glamping accessory

autoexpress.co.uk | 0 | July 03 2025 14:41 UTC

Chic electric supermini receives a 100mm suspension lift, flared wheelarches and chunky off-road tyres...

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Renualt 5 4x4 concept by Delta4x4 - pictures

autoexpress.co.uk | 0 | July 03 2025 14:40 UTC

Images of the off-roading Renualt 5 4x4 concept by Delta4x4...

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View Photos of the 1958 Pontiac Bonneville

caranddriver.com | 0 | July 03 2025 14:28 UTC

See the exterior and interior of the 1958 Pontiac Bonneville from every angle....

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Tested: 1958 Pontiac Bonneville Is Ahead of Its Time

caranddriver.com | 0 | July 03 2025 14:28 UTC

Fuel injection, air suspension, and New Direction Styling make the original Bonneville hardtop a 24-carat keeper....

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SONAR releases lane-level seasonality comparison tool

freightwaves.com | 0 | July 03 2025 14:22 UTC

SONAR has launched a new capability allowing users to search and visualize spot rates at the lane level and compare year-over-year seasonality directly within...

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Volvo Will Build Polestar 7 In Slovakia To Dodge China Tariffs

insideevs.com | 0 | July 03 2025 14:10 UTC

Volvo will build the Polestar 2 successor in Slovakia with hopes of avoiding U.S. tariffs....

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New Alpine A290 Rallye

autoexpress.co.uk | 0 | July 03 2025 14:08 UTC

Pictures of the new Alpine A290 Rallye...

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New Alpine A290 Rallye EV hot hatch is all set for the world’s rally stages

autoexpress.co.uk | 0 | July 03 2025 14:08 UTC

The Alpine A290 Rallye takes one of our favourite electric hot hatches and turns it into a rally-ready monster...

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The CRB is the F1 ‘court’ that could unlock Jorge Martin's conflict with Aprilia

motorsport.com | 0 | July 03 2025 13:55 UTC

Jorge Martin’s representative travelled to Assen last week with a clear intention: to shake the hornet’s nest and push the stalled negotiations between Aprilia...

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Tesla Optimus is in shambles as head of program exits, production delayed

electrek.co | 0 | July 03 2025 13:48 UTC

Tesla’s humanoid robot program, Optimus, is reportedly in disarray amid the departure of the senior vice president in charge, Milan Kovac. Production has been delayed...

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Our New Car Awards winners prove many great models are now more affordable than ever

autoexpress.co.uk | 0 | July 03 2025 13:32 UTC

With many of our award winners costing less than £36k, Mike Rutherford wonders why anybody would consider more expensive rivals that just aren’t as...

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Honda’s new electric two-wheeler doubles the power and range

electrek.co | 0 | July 03 2025 13:15 UTC

Honda is stepping up its electric scooter game with the launch of its second electric model for Europe, the CUV e:. Following Honda’s previous...

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Record-Breaking Results Bring Fusion Power Closer to Reality

scientificamerican.com | 0 | July 03 2025 13:00 UTC

Breakthroughs from two rival experiments, Germany’s Wendelstein 7-X and the Joint European Torus, suggest the elusive dream of controlled nuclear fusion may be within...

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Charles Leclerc isn’t alone with his 2026 F1 car complaints

motorsport.com | 0 | July 03 2025 12:48 UTC

Charles Leclerc has voiced fears over Formula 1's new-for-2026 cars being "less enjoyable" to drive, and while senior team figures have played down his...

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