Photo: Pictures of Money To lease a car, or to buy it? This conventional question might soon be passe, considering a new trend highlighted at the LA Auto Show. Economists and sociologists around the nation are starting to realize the growing trend of consumers who are placing more value on car access instead of car…
The explosion of ridesharing apps like Lyft and Uber has largely replaced the need for designated drivers, making it easier and safer than ever for sad sacks to drink alone. Inversely, the rise of smartphone technology has also made sober driving more dangerous, as people find themselves tempted to send text messages while they’re supposed…
City traffic Photo: Joey Lu Many city dwellers are opting for ride-hailing services instead of public transportation to get to their destinations. While it may be a more convenient mode of transportation for some, a new study found that ride-hailing is also creating more emissions. The 2020 Family Green Car of the Year: The Mitsubishi…
When you live in a small city, as I do, you often shake your head at other places where space is at a premium and drivers have to pay sky-high prices for parking spaces. New York City’s high demand for parking spaces might soon have a casualty besides residents’ wallets: outdoor dining. Break Out of…
Okay, this is getting a bit ridiculous, but here we go. Uber is making headlines for the millionth time (they’re giving the Kardashians a run for their money) and it’s for a not-so-good reason. To be fair, none of Uber’s headlines have been good lately, but still. Last week, the province of Quebec put forth rules…
The Ford Research & Engineering Center in Dearborn, Michigan, is receiving a new 2,159-panel solar array. Capable of generating 1,127 megawatt hours of energy, the rooftop array is the latest development stemming from a partnership between Ford and DTE Energy. Ford’s Sustainable Path Ford: All-new F-150 adds mighty, efficient PowerBoost hybrid V6 Ford and DTE…
Here are ways you can help your passenger with mobility needs get to their destination Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft provide convenient transportation solutions for those who need a one-time, direct lift from to a destination. In large cities, rideshare systems offer people with disabilities a valuable mobility opportunity that doesn’t require them to own…
It’s your getaway vehicle, your Sunday cruisin’ companion, your passion project, your baby. But could your car also be a money maker? Thanks in large part to the advent of the gig economy, the answer is a resounding yes — and ridesharing isn’t the only option. With peer-to-peer apps for everything from delivery services to…
Ford Motor Credit Company announced an interesting new car-share pilot program in London that will allow 12,000 customers to rent out their vehicles to other drivers. The program is one of Ford’s latest ventures in its Smart Mobility platform, which seeks to utilize available technology and innovation to better connect with Millennial customers and capitalize…
GM President Dan Ammann (right) with Cruise Automation founders Kyle Vogt (center) and Daniel Kan (left) General Motors has announced its acquisition of Cruise Automation, a San Francisco-based tech startup that has been developing autonomous vehicle technology. According to reports, GM spent over $1 billion to add Cruise’s software talent and development capability to its…
Ken Washington, Ford’s vice president of research and advanced engineering, delivered a keynote address at the SAE WCX World Congress Experience this week where he walked back the expectation that the automaker will sell SAE Level 4-capable autonomous vehicles to the masses by 2025. Automotive News reports that Washington, despite previous suggestions made by Ford…
Football season: one of the most exciting fall-time events for many Americans. Photo: TarHippo Whether you are a die-hard sports fanatic or enjoy any gathering with yummy foods and amazing beverages, tailgating is an enjoyable way to cheer on your favorite team in a casual social setting. Kick off football season this autumn with these tips for partying…
A photo posted by snoopdogg (@snoopdogg) on Jul 6, 2016 at 5:35pm PDT In the final NBA game of Kobe Bryant’s career, the 37-year-old shooting guard went out with a bang by scoring a total of 60 points. Two months later, one of his biggest fans decided to present Bryant with one final retirement gift….
Photo: Quote Catalog When you sign up to use an app, you usually have to agree to its terms and conditions, and if you are like a lot of other people, you probably don’t read them too closely. If you’re signing up to be an Uber driver, it pays to look closely at its agreement…
If something enters the cultural zeitgeist and is embraced by Millennials, it’s only a matter of time before some studio makes a high-concept show centered on said concept. It’s all part of Hollywood’s proud tradition of pandering to America’s youth, which runs the gamut from the Twitter-spawned $#*! My Dad Says sitcom to the Facebook-based…
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