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Relativity Space, the rocket company led by former Google executive Eric Schmidt, was picked to launch NASA’s Aeolus payload to Mars in 2028, as reported earlier by TechCrunch. Under a new public-private partnership, Relativity Space will provide the “spacecraft, rocket, and cruise operations” to fly Aeolus to Mars, where the payload will “provide the first integrated, daily, global view of Martian winds, temperatures, dust, and clouds.”The Aeolus payload will have four instruments on board for studying the Martian atmosphere, which NASA says will “directly inform entry, descent, and landing systems and support safer, more predictable mission planning for astronauts.”Schmidt, who…

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The biggest car news and reviews, no BS Our free daily newsletter sends the stories that really matter directly to you, every weekday. Who pays for your street? Often, it’s the homeowners themselves, not local governments, who bear the cost of street maintenance. Historical context of street development. Streets were often built by developers and later absorbed by municipalities, impacting who maintains them. Cost of road construction and maintenance. Building a two-lane road can cost $1-5 million, with maintenance costs varying by location and material. Funding mechanisms for roads. Roads are funded through private, public, or hybrid models, with taxpayers…

This follows a smartphone and tablet ban in classrooms. Norway is imposing a strict ban on the use of generative AI tools by elementary school kids, according to a report by Reuters. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere suggested at a press conference that AI lets children skip crucial steps in their education and that schools should focus on teaching them how to “read, write and do mathematics.” These standards will be imposed at the start of the new school year, which begins in late August. The ban impacts students from first through seventh grade, ages six to 13. However, the…

The new Honda Prelude revived a famous name for the brand after decades of lying dormant. The latest iteration is still a sports coupe but has adopted a hybrid powertrain. In Japan, the company is introducing the 2027 Limited Edition in a unique color called Premium Crystal Garnet Metallic. Base Trim Engine 2.0-liter inline-4 gas hybrid Base Trim Transmission eCVT Base Trim Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive Base Trim Horsepower 200 hp Base Trim Torque 232 lb-ft Infotainment & Features 9 /10 It’s a searing red that certainly catches the eye, not unlike Mazda’s infamous Soul Red. Let’s have a closer look…

A screenshot from a Nio video shows the Nio ES8 using driver-assistance features. Nio said the update covers more than 700,000 users, with even those who bought their cars up to four years ago gaining access to the latest technology. The new version upgrades the driver-assist training framework to further enhance a more human-like driving experience. Nio Inc (NYSE: NIO) began rolling out a new version of its Nio World Model (NWM) driver-assist software to vehicles on Thursday, with more than 700,000 cars set to be upgraded. The company said even users who bought their cars up to four years…

The biggest car news and reviews, no BS Our free daily newsletter sends the stories that really matter directly to you, every weekday. America, we have a size problem. Vehicles are larger than ever, and it turns out, it really doesn’t matter what powers them. Exhibit A: The Chevrolet Silverado EV. Last week I spent time in the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV TrailBoss. The truck is 19.4 feet long. As a point of fact, no full-size truck sold in America today fits length wise in my garage, which is not tiny. Our house was built in 1997. With a gas…

If you’re shopping for a new car, and want a sedan with a hybrid powertrain as your chosen method of transport, both the Honda Civic and the Toyota Corolla offer electrically assisted variants that are likely on your shortlist. Both these cars have plenty to offer, and can make a great choice for drivers who want a family vehicle but aren’t interested in an SUV or crossover. The Corolla has a few aces up its sleeve that might help sway your decision if you’re stuck between these two models. Let’s take a look at what the Toyota has to offer…

Some may say that Ford was really pulling at the heart strings in terms of nostalgia with the Bronco. In 2021, Ford revived one of its most iconic names after a 25-year hiatus. In 2026, the Bronco is available in seven different trims with a plethora of engine and gearbox options. While fuel economy may not be a passionate off-roader’s first priority, it is interesting to see how much its efficiency changes depending on its trim. So, which Ford Bronco 4×4 is the most efficient? We rank the Ford Bronco mpg from the lowest to the highest ratings according to…

Telo confirmed that its Mini-sized MT1 electric truck will charge at 400 kW sustained — a charging rate that puts it in the company of luxury EVs costing two to three times as much. The startup also revealed a dual 800V/400V split-pack battery architecture designed to maximize performance on any fast charger, not just the latest high-voltage stations. The announcement, made by CTO Forrest North in a video update, comes on the heels of Telo securing a body manufacturing partner in Schwab Industries, a Michigan-based Tier 1 automotive supplier that will produce the MT1’s body-in-white structure. First customer deliveries of…