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Bluesky will be getting “communities,” which will function as smaller spaces where you can “go deeper and hang out with people who care about the same stuff” sometime this year, according to head of product Alex Benzer. They will be built on the decentralized AT Protocol that underpins Bluesky, with Benzer saying that “it’s a new structure for everyone” that’s part of the “Atmosphere” (a shorthand for the AT Protocol ecosystem).Benzer listed out a “few ideas we have in mind so far” in a thread. “On Bluesky, you’ll be able to create communities, join them, post in them, and get…

At the turn of the millennium, the Volkswagen Group (VWG) had big ambitions and was ready to push upmarket. It had some radical new models in mind, including an ultimate, daring hypercar, and needed to plot its course toward these giddy heights as strategically as possible. This may explain why the company brought a rather strange version of the Volkswagen Passat onto the market, which at the time seemed difficult to fathom. The result was the most expensive and complicated version of the company’s mid-size sedan, but it was actually a production experiment that paved the way for something much…

When it comes to building a driver-focused car, there are few manufacturers with more success stories than BMW. It has produced a wide range of bangers over the years, with its creations combining everyday versatility with addictive driver engagement, setting them apart from their rivals. One of the most notorious and best-loved is the E46 M3, which combined a crisp six-cylinder engine with refreshing handling and a well-proportioned body. They possess a huge fanbase, but there are plenty of fascinating tales about the model that you perhaps had overlooked while poring over the equally awesome performance stats. The E46 M3…

The latest Patch Tuesday update for Windows 11 is among the heaviest in recent memory, bringing a new low-latency mode for smoother system navigation in addition to new features and hundreds of bug and exploit patches. It’s a much needed relief package for Windows 11 as Microsoft puts a renewed focus on its flagship operating system, which has fallen into ill repute among tech enthusiasts over the past several years. The Redmond giant is now dumping Copilot buttons and shipping improvements to UX and performance in long-abandoned areas of the OS. Users will see the June update as KB5094126 (OS…

A motorcycle in the US of A is an emotional purchase, an aspiration if you will. Not only does a rider develop a connection with their steed of choice, but they’ll also go to lengths for it to look unique and personalized. And that urge to personalize is exactly what has bankrolled an entire wing of the American motorcycle business for decades. For most of those decades, only one company built the factory parts to feed it. Harley-Davidson worked this out a long time ago, that the sale of the motorcycle is just an opening transaction. Screamin’ Eagle turned owners…

The biggest car news and reviews, no BS Our free daily newsletter sends the stories that really matter directly to you, every weekday. Rivian aims to expand its charging network. CEO RJ Scaringe plans to make it one of the largest in the U.S. Current growth is steady but not rapid. Expansion will accelerate with the launch of the power cabinet 2.0. Competition and reliability are crucial. Scaringe emphasizes the need for multiple reliable networks. Significant growth expected in a few years. Major expansion tied to new product launches from Georgia facility. Bottom line: Rivian is strategically planning to expand…

A regulatory filing image of the BYD Da Han. The BYD Da Han is more than 5.2 meters long, with the all-wheel-drive BEV version offering a combined peak power of 570 kW (764 hp). The sedan, along with the Da Tang SUV set to launch this month, will form the flagship duo of BYD’s Dynasty lineup. BYD’s (HKEX: 1211) new flagship sedan, the Da Han, has appeared in a regulatory filing in China, signaling that the model is one step closer to its official launch. China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) on Wednesday published its latest batch of…

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If you are searching for the 2026 Hyundai Tucson price, want to know what dealers are actually paying for one, or are ready to stop guessing and get real local dealer pricing before you visit a single showroom, you are in the right place. The Tucson is Hyundai’s best-selling vehicle in the United States, with 234,230 units sold in 2025 alone, a 14 percent increase over the prior year and a new annual sales record for the nameplate. U.S. News and World Report named it the Best Compact SUV for Families for the fourth consecutive year in 2025,…

Image: Peak Energy GM has partnered with Peak Energy to develop next-generation sodium-ion battery cells, but they’re not going into EVs – they’re for grid-scale energy storage projects. GM Ventures is making a strategic investment in Peak Energy. Under the partnership, GM will develop the sodium-ion cells in its Michigan battery labs and retain exclusive manufacturing rights. Peak Energy will integrate the cells into its battery storage systems as it ramps up US manufacturing. The companies are targeting a market that’s growing rapidly as utilities add battery storage to support renewable energy, rising electricity demand, and the buildout of data centers…