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E-bikes and self-driving cars both entered the year with momentum. Only one maintained it.

Tesla has introduced new features for the Cybertruck, including the ability to detect speed and red light cameras, a 360° live camera feature, and innovative technology that will shape the future of electric vehicles.

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The Cybertruck’s groundbreaking technology and controversial design are driving significant interest and attention, expanding the market beyond traditional truck lovers and potentially doubling production capacity.

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My first drive with Tesla Full Self-Driving Beta 11.4.8.1Raw 1x speed footage: https://youtu.be/Pdqxm6NDqfE

When motoring content firm Hagerty published its video review of the Tesla Cybertruck, automotive journalist Jason Cammisa lightly noted that Tesla had sent other auto CEOs a pamphlet called “How to Design a 48-Volt Vehicle.” Cammisa seemed like he was joking in the video, so his comments were mostly taken in stride by the electric vehicle community.

But as per a recent comment from Ford CEO Jim Farley, it appears that Tesla really did send out a “How to Design a 48-Volt Vehicle” guide to other auto CEOs. In a post on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, Farley noted that Tesla was definitely not joking, as Ford had received the document.

Farley also remarked that Ford had received the pamphlet on December 5, 2023. The Ford CEO actually seemed like he appreciated the document, as he thanked Elon Musk and stated that the guide would be “great for the industry.” Elon Musk, for his part, seemed to appreciate the Ford CEO’s reaction to the 48V guide. In a response on X, Musk simply noted, “You’re welcome.”

Are bright cities making it worse for birds during their migrations? Find out here!

A recent study published in Nature Communications examines how increased levels of artificial light, specifically in urban areas, has contributed to increased bird deaths during their annual migrations. This study comes as hundreds of birds were killed after colliding with a Chicago building, and despite a 2021 study recommending that reduced building lights would reduce bird collisions by 60 percent. This recent study holds the potential to help scientists and the public better understand how rapidly expanding urban areas are impacting bird migration and their safety.

For the study, the researchers used the Next Generation Radar (NEXRAD), which is jointly operated by the U.S. Air Force, Federal Aviation Administration, and the U.S. National Weather Service, to track bird migration stopover density during spring (March 15 to June 15) and fall (August 15 to November 15) seasons between 2016 and 2020. After analyzing more than 10 million radar observations, the researchers found that light pollution was the second-highest ranked reason for birds stopping for breaks out of 49 reasons measured for the study, with the top reason being elevation.

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face_with_colon_three Plants are basically an unlimited resource for batteries which can even make graphene microchips and graphene batteries.

As demand for electric vehicles soars, scientists are searching for materials to make sustainable batteries. Lignin, from waste paper pulp, is shaping up to be a strong contender.

Toyota’s chairman, who’s long resisted EV hype despite pressure, is feeling vindicated, with hybrid sales surging this year.

In a significant stride forward for aviation, Reliable Robotics, a trailblazer in aircraft automation systems, has successfully operated a Cessna 208B Caravan with no one on board. The aircraft, while not as large as a 737–100, is still a considerable size, marking a noteworthy milestone in the field of aviation automation.

The flight was remotely controlled from Reliable’s control center, located 50 miles away. This system is not just about remote control, but full automation of the aircraft, including taxi, takeoff, and landing. The technology is designed to prevent controlled flight into terrain and loss of control in flight, two major causes of fatal aviation accidents.

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