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Ferrari's electric Luce divides fans as rare Daytona Spider heads to auction — 3dFerrari's electric Luce is stirring debate over design even as the brand reports healthy first-year sales, with deliveries expected in Europe by year’s end and broader launches in 2027 alongside talk of potential special editions. At the same time, a rare 1972 Daytona Spider chassis 14913 has resurfaced for Gooding Christie’s New York sale, underscoring the model’s rarity and multi‑million‑dollar auction interest, while modern mid‑engined Ferraris like the 360 remain a bargain option under $100,000 for buyers.

Maya Lindstrom Funny how a 50 year old Daytona still turns heads while the new electric one just turns arguments.

2025 Luxury Models Span EVs, SUVs, Wagons — 15hLuxury SUV and sedan updates dominate the latest auto coverage, with Audi lifting its halo Q8 lineup to 631-hp RS Q8 Performance and SQ8, plus wagon-like A6 Allroad refinements and a well-equipped 2024 Q5 mentioning comfort tech; Mercedes counters with the 2025 EQS Sedan, featuring a larger 118-kWh battery, upgraded interior tech, standard digital key, and improved comfort and noise isolation. Collectively, manufacturers emphasize high performance, advanced driver-assistance and connectivity, and lavish interiors across compact SUVs, wagons, and flagship electric sedans.

Sam Okafor Audi's RS Q8 Performance at 631 hp is tempting but the Mercedes EQS with its bigger battery seems better for real-world range.

Berlin substation fire probed as Germany investigates string of energy incidents — 2dGermany faces mounting security concerns over its power grid as fires ignite at Berlin and other substations, prompting investigations into whether sabotage or other criminal activity is involved, in the context of a string of recent incidents and suspected tampering. Authorities say the outages did not disrupt electricity supply, while prior events and security breaches across several substations are being reviewed for possible links.

Elena Vasquez Glad supply wasn't disrupted, but the fact this keeps happening at multiple substations should worry everyone, not just officials.

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Tech giants claim new cooling systems could slash data centers' water use — 3dPublic scrutiny over the water and electricity used by data centers is pushing tech giants to pursue lower-water cooling, led by Nvidia’s DSX closed-loop system that pumps warmer liquid directly through servers to cut water use. While this can dramatically reduce water consumption (with 2025 global use around 222 billion litres and potential growth to 644 billion litres by 2030 if unchanged), the trade-off is higher energy use in cooling and the need for robust heat management in extreme conditions, as the industry weighs efficiency gains against total environmental footprint.

Dana Whitfield Liquid cooling has been used in supercomputers for years, glad it's finally trickling down to regular data centers.

Sudan's war-damaged grid failure drives families to costly solar power — 3dWith Sudan’s war-damaged electricity grid, capacity has plunged from about 4,400 to roughly 1,100 megawatts and billions in damages, leaving millions facing outages that disrupt education, health, and daily life. In response, households increasingly turn to rooftop solar—yet a typical 10-kilowatt system can cost around $5,000, a barrier for many amid soaring needs and a sun-rich environment that could power a broader shift if affordability improves.

Priya Raman With that much sun, Sudan should be a solar success story, not a cautionary tale about who can afford electricity.

Nobel chemist who discovered conductive plastics dies at 90 — 6dNobel Prize in Chemistry laureate Hideki Shirakawa, famed for discovering and developing conductive polymers that enabled polymer electronics, has died at age 90. His work with MacDiarmid and Heeger overturned the belief that plastics cannot conduct electricity and spurred advances in flexible electronics and everyday devices.

US Embassy in Havana warns of rising illnesses amid water, power crisis — 5dThe U.S. embassy in Havana has issued a health alert reporting a rise in diarrheal and gastrointestinal illnesses across Cuba linked to deteriorating water and electricity infrastructure, a situation intensified by the Trump administration’s fuel blockade. UN-appointed human rights experts have called the sanctions a humanitarian crisis and urged vigilance, with officials advising residents and travelers to avoid improperly stored or perishable foods.

Tom Gallagher Blocking fuel supplies and then acting surprised that water treatment and power fail is a predictable outcome, not an accident.

Maxwell's Equations, Written by a Man of PrayerGood News — FROM 1865The physicist Einstein ranked with Newton unified electricity, magnetism, and light — and left prayers in the margins of his working notes.

Toyota Lineup Spans Trucks, EVs, HybridsAuto — 6dDealerships across the U.S. are promoting a wide range of Toyota models, from the reliable 2024 Corolla and rugged Tacoma pickups to the electric 2027 bZ, emphasizing hybrid options, modern tech, and broad charging capabilities. Regional dealers highlight aggressive pricing, extensive pre-owned programs, and convenient, multi-brand inventories to attract buyers.

Eaton to Invest $242M in North Little Rock Factory — Sep 3, 2026Eaton plans to invest over $242 million to build a 1 million-square-foot manufacturing facility in North Little Rock, creating about 1,200 jobs and doubling the company’s U.S. capacity for modular electrical enclosures from its Fibrebond business. The project, developed with local and state partners and following Eaton’s 2025 Fibrebond acquisition, will include hands-on training and career advancement opportunities for workers.

Marcus Bell Curious what tax incentives the state kicked in for this. $242 million is a big number but so is the public cost usually.

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South African Groups Seek Data-Centre Construction Halt — 5dCivil society groups in South Africa are urging a temporary halt on new data-centre approvals until the industry’s use of water, land and electricity is properly assessed, with the SAHRC reporting more than 250 submissions. The push coincides with rapid expansion by US firms like Amazon, Microsoft and Equinix, including a Cape Town hyperscale facility estimated to need about 160 MW, as President Ramaphosa notes SA hosts roughly 70% of Africa’s data-centre capacity and calls for greater transparency and clearer resource-regulation.

Honda presses suppliers to cut prices in $9.4 billion savings plan — Sep 2, 2026Honda is aiming to save about 1.5 trillion yen ($9.4 billion) by 2030 by pressuring suppliers to lower prices, increasing parts standardization, and sourcing more components from China, as it battles EV losses and competition from Chinese automakers. The plan targets roughly 30% cuts in three key categories—pressed and forged components, electrical parts, and software-defined-vehicle parts—with company-specific supplier targets and concerns about feasibility and impact on margins.

Rachel Meyers Squeezing suppliers 30% while chasing EV losses sounds like a recipe for corner-cutting on quality down the line.

Mitsubishi recalls 67,146 Outlanders over backup camera glitch in U.S., Canada — Sep 1, 2026Mitsubishi launches the Outlander PHEV in the Philippines with a 2.4-liter engine, up to 302hp, up to 100 km electric range and multiple drive modes, underscoring flexible electrified commuting. At the same time, Mitsubishi is recalling about 67,000 Outlander and Outlander PHEV crossovers in the US and Canada for an infotainment software bug that can prevent the rearview camera image, with dealers reprogramming units and official owner notices planned in 2026.

Elena Vasquez Funny how they're launching a fancy new PHEV overseas while the current models can't even show a reliable backup camera feed here.

Ford Electric Truck Owner Hears ‘Loud Pop’ at Charging Station – Then His Worst Nightmare HappensOpinion — Nov 29, 2022An electric Ford F-150 Lighting owner who describes himself as “Into Electric Vehicles” had to get out of his electric vehicle when it stopped working after a public charger “fried” the vehicle, he said Sunday…

PLD Space extends Series C by €108 million to fund Miura 5 launch prep — Sep 1, 2026PLD Space has extended its Series C by another €108 million to €288 million, lifting total funding to about €488 million to accelerate the Miura 5’s industrialisation and transition to commercial operations with new investors including Mitsubishi Electric, Endeavor Catalyst and SOPEF. The company, which also won an ESA €158.9 million award, aims to launch its Miura 5 from Europe’s Spaceport in Kourou by 2026.

Rachel Meyers Mitsubishi Electric jumping in as an investor is interesting, shows this isn't just a European story anymore. Kourou 2026 will be the real test though.

Six EV showcases planned across AlabamaAuto — Aug 19, 2026Drive Electric Alabama will tour six EV showcases across Mobile, Birmingham, Huntsville, Cullman, and Rickwood Caverns State Park, enabling residents to learn from EV owners about range, charging, and ownership costs. In India, several EVs offer long-range capabilities — Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric, Mahindra BE 6, Tesla Model Y Long Range, Mercedes EQS 580, Tata Sierra EV, Kia EV6, and Mahindra XEV 9e — with ranges up to about 792 km, signaling the practicality of long-distance electric driving.

Omaha Police Stop Using Electric Shock Gloves — Aug 21, 2026Omaha Public Schools and the Omaha Police Department moved to stop using G.L.O.V.E. electric shock gloves in schools after broad backlash and a district request, with about 40 gloves purchased for roughly $66,000 and deployed twice during the 2025-2026 school year, including on a special education student. Bellevue and some nearby districts will continue using the devices, and questions remain about how much the district knew about the gloves before deployment.

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Oregon’s Plan to Attract More Drivers to Purchase Electric Vehicles ApprovedReporting — Sep 15, 2022Oregon has a plan to get more drivers to buy electric vehicles and it has been approved by the federal government. KOIN reported that the state has plans to add hundreds of chargers for electric vehicles across…

Ford Lays Off Hundreds of Workers Who Were Building Electric F-150Reporting — Oct 17, 2023There is more bad news for the electric vehicle industry. CNN reported Monday that automobile giant Ford will lay off about 700 employees responsible for assembling the F-150 Lightning, the electric version of its…

Man Shows His Mechanic New Electric Truck He Bought, He’s Alarmed When He Looks Underneath the PlasticOpinion — Oct 7, 2022President Joe Biden and his administration are acting as if a transition away from fossil fuels and into electric vehicles will happen just because they want it to. However, with electric vehicles, there’s a wide gap…

FRANK LASEE: Take And Pay: Why Your Electric Bill Keeps Climbing And How To Fix It — Aug 27, 2025Many of us are wondering why our electric bill feels like it’s on a rocket to the moon? The way electricity is bought and sold in the U.S. is broken, and it’s hitting our wallets hard. Let’s break it down in a way that…

Electric Vehicle Manufacturers Forced to Slash Prices As Consumers Send a Clear MessageReporting — Nov 7, 2023Demand for electric vehicles is on the slide. The Wall Street Journal reported that amid a decline in the sales of electric vehicles, manufacturers and sellers are resorting to price cuts and other incentives to help…

Electric Vehicle Owners in Shock After Learning Battery Replacements Cost Whopping SumOpinion — Oct 21, 2022“Get an electric car,” they said. “You’ll save so much money on gas!” they said. Well, whoever “ they ” are, “ they ” are leaving out some pretty large caveats about all those money-saving benefits of being an electric…

Overlooked Detail in Government's Electric Vehicle Scheme Could Have Seismic Effect on Our EnvironmentOpinion — May 18, 2022Those wonderful electric cars we’re supposed to be driving have an environmental downside besides the dirty batteries. It seems human behavior has gotten in the way of technology. Electric car advocates are pointing out…

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