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When he first bought his Toyota Mirai in 2022, Ryan Kiskis was a happy man. He loved the idea of applying cutting edge hydrogen fuel cell technology to environmental consciousness. "It's a great car," he said. "My background is an engineer, I'm a huge automotive fan, and I felt the...

Refueling a hydrogen car in California is so annoying that drivers are suing Toyota

Electric automotive technology isn't necessarily a new thing, but it has become substantially more popular in recent years as brands push to lower their overall carbon footprint. A conventional electric car design possesses far fewer moving parts , making the overall drivetrain a lot more efficient when compared to your average ICE design. Couple this with the fact that you don't need any fossil fuels to power an EV, and you'll find that this newer technology is a lot more of a logical choice for new automotive designs. Of course, this puts the debate of which configuration is more enjoyable to the side, as EVs generally have a reputation for being dull and soulless.

Do Electric Cars Have Transmissions?

The US Sun

STUDENTS in California may soon be searching elsewhere to grab their favorite snacks. On Thursday, lawmakers sent Governor Gavin Newsom a bill to ban schools from distributing or selling products containing six common food dyes. The food dyes included in the bill include Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2, and Green 3. The purpose […]

Cheetos & popular snacks to be banned as officials take aim at ‘dangerous’ ingredients despite serious doubts about law

BMWBLOG

In an announcement on Thursday, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) revealed that BMW is recalling 105,558 vehicles across the United States to address a potential starter motor overheating issue. This latest recall affects a variety of models, including select X5, X7, 3 Series, and 7 Series vehicles, due to concerns over an electrical overload that could cause the starter motor to overheat.

BMW Issues Recall for 105,558 Vehicles Over Potential Starter Motor Overheating

CBS News

BMW on Tuesday said it is recalling 720,796 vehicles in North America because they are equipped with an electric water pump that may short circuit as a result of faulty installation, posing a fire hazard. According to recall documents posted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, "An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit."More specifically, "blowby-liquid from the positive crankcase ventilation system may collect on the intake air hose," and eventually "drip onto the plug connector," potentially seeping in, causing an electrical shortage."This could increase the risk of a thermal event and,...

BMW recalls more than 720,000 cars because electric water pump issue

Maine State

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Sagadahoc County, ME

Lewiston, ME

The Maine Monitor

Editor’s note: This story contains references to suicide. When a bill to strengthen Maine’s yellow flag law went into effect earlier this month, Sagadahoc County Sheriff Joel Merry said he felt a sense of relief.

Law enforcement officers can now get a warrant to take someone into protective custody

Iowa State

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Iowa Storm Center

(IowaStormCenter.com) -- A strong pacific storm system will get underway later tonight with severe thunderstorms and heavy rain. The first round of the one-two punch event is hitting across western Iowa this morning. Then the focus will be across southwest Iowa for severe thunderstorm development by this evening with threats for hail, damaging winds, heavy rainfall and a couple of isolated tornadoes.

Severe Thunderstorm/Heavy Rainfall Threat Tonight.

Coffee County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, two individuals from Coffee County were charged with trafficking methamphetamine following a search at a residence on Willacoochee Highway. On August 13, detectives with the Coffee County Drug Unit conducted an operation involving Charles Black, which led to a search of his residence on Willacoochee Highway. According to the report, Black left his residence before the warrant was served and was subsequently detained.

Two Charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine After Search in Coffee County

USA TODAY

The NHTSA recently announced recalls for 221,058 vehicles. This includes Ford and General Motors vehicles.

Ford, General Motors among 221,000 vehicles recalled: Check car recalls here

Ford Motor Company has recently filed a patent application that’s raising eyebrows and sparking debates about privacy and surveillance on our roads. The patent, titled “Systems and Methods for Detecting Speeding Violations,” describes a system that could turn Ford vehicles into mobile speed detectors capable of reporting other drivers to the police.

Ford’s new tech turns police cars into high-tech watchdogs

Safety ratings and recalls are key factors in determining a vehicle's reliability, along with fuel economy and costs of ownership. Toyota hybrids like the RAV4, Corolla, and Grand Highlander offer practicality, fuel efficiency, and impressive driving ranges. The Toyota Sequoia Hybrid stands out for its towing capacity and reliability, setting...

8 Best Toyota Hybrids Based On Reliability

Faulty airbags manufactured by Takata have been a thorn in the sides of safety regulators, automakers, and consumers for years now, as those units were installed in millions of vehicles made by multiple manufacturers for a long time. Even today, years after the largest recall in automotive history was issued over the particular problem, there are still a lot of vehicles driving around with faulty airbags that can rupture and lead to injuries or worse – death. Now, Ford has issued a do-not-drive advisory for many of those impacted models.

Ford Issues Do-Not-Drive Advisory For Over 700K Vehicles

Sanford, FL

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Soul food, a favorite from the South, is loved by many Floridians who used to live up North. Florida is home to popular soul food places like Seth's and Happy Soul. Unfortunately, another favorite, Angel's Soul Food in Sanford, has been closed after a state inspection.

Florida soul food restaurant found with debris, "Mold-Like" substance, and raw sewage on the floor

Ford is developing a winch for electric vehicles that would plug directly into a charge port. It's not unusual for winches to run off a vehicle's 12-volt AC accessory electrical power, but in a patent application published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on July 9, Ford proposes running a cable from a winch to a charge port to draw power from an EV's battery pack. That requires bidirectional charging capability, which Ford has offered on its F-150 Lightning pickup since launch.

Ford working on a winch for electric trucks

Super Cruise is the best autonomous driving technology tested, offering smooth operation and impressive reliability. GM's system relies on multiple inputs, including preloaded mapping, creating a highly redundant and safe setup. Super Cruise effectively monitors driver behavior to ensure safety, giving gentle reminders to stay attentive while driving. The beauty...

Why GM's Super Cruise Is The Best Autonomous Tech I've Tested In My Career

Douglas, GA

A local Walmart employee was recently arrested on a misdemeanor charge after allegedly stealing over $60 worth of merchandise from the store. Additionally, she faced a felony charge after officers discovered suspected methamphetamine in her locker during the arrest.

Douglas Walmart Employee Arrested for Methamphetamine Possession and Shoplifting

The Toyota Prius is one of the most controversial vehicles ever created. Some drivers love the Prius. Others love to hate it. Regardless of your stance, it's hard to argue about the impact that the Toyota Prius has had on the American automotive industry and the modern driver. Decades ago, when the Prius first hit the scene in late 1997 , fuel economy may not have been as important to drivers. Today, as gas prices have reached record highs, it's tough to ignore a vehicle's gas mileage.

Here's How The Toyota Prius Really Stands In The Hybrid Market

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Ford vehicles might gain the ability to detect speeding and report you directly to the cops. Is this a privacy violation?
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Ford Vehicles Will Automatically Snitch on You for Speeding

A high rate of reliability is key when buying a new or used car in 2024. Though we have all heard that certain car brands are renowned for reliability and offering you the most stress-free driving experience, some automakers go above and beyond when it comes to the least problems per 100 cars built. Bullet-proof brands such as Honda, Toyota, Mazda, and Chevrolet are all high up as some of the most reliable car brands, but there is one automaker that beats the rest for problem-free driving.

The Car Brand With the Least Problems Per 100 Cars Built

Alamogordo Conservative Daily

Command Sgt. Maj. Harold “Ed” Jarrell has been relieved as the senior enlisted for the Army’s 1st Information Operations Command, an Army spokesperson confirmed, marking the third time within a month and the second within a week, that the Army has fired a command sergeant major of a brigade or larger unit as per Task and Purpose.

The Army Fires 3rd Command Sergeant Major in a Month: Command Sgt. Maj. Harold "Ed" Jarrel

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California issues draft framework for autonomous heavy trucks

California unveiled on Friday a draft framework proposal that will be used to inform standards for operating heavy-duty autonomous trucks weighing 10,001 pounds or more. The...

California issues draft framework for autonomous heavy trucks

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