For wildfires, protection includes mandated firebreaks around buildings, non-flammable insulation, non-flammable claddings, and building exterior sprinkler systems, none of which were required in Los Angeles.
Daily Archive: January 13, 2025
Rivian R3X Is Already A Hit With Rimac’s CEO: ‘Would Buy It In A Heartbeat’
Mate Rimac, the visionary behind the 1,914 horsepower Nevera, says that he would buy Rivian's performance EV
Florida Wants To Cram A Trash Incinerator Down The Throats Of Communities Of Color
A new trash incinerator in Florida has ignited a wave of protests from citizens in low income communities near Miami.
Jaguar plans to close the loop on recycling seat foam
JLR is looking to use recycled content in seat foam to further lower the environmental impact of its future electric cars. The automaker announced in November that it's working with chemical company Dow and seat specialist Adient to recycle polyurethane seat foam, a difficult task that means most of the material usually ends up in landfills... 
Tesla Model Y became the bestselling car in China in 2024
The Tesla Model Y became the bestselling car in China in 2024 by selling 480,309 units in twelve months. The runner-up sold 284 cars less.
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USDA Strikes Again: $6 Billion For Rural Clean Energy Projects
A new $6 billion round of clean energy funding will benefit rural communities in about two dozen US states.
A Chevrolet Silverado EV LT Was Driven On The Highway Until It Died: ‘Pretty Solid’
This particular electric truck was fitted with the medium-sized battery that enables an EPA-estimated range of 390 miles.
A Chevrolet Silverado EV LT Was Driven On The Highway Until It Died: ‘Pretty Solid’
This particular electric truck was fitted with the medium-sized battery that enables an EPA-estimated range of 390 miles.
Mercedes Taps Google For AI-Powered ‘Conversational Navigation’
The feature will let drivers more naturally ask the Mercedes voice assistant for restaurant and charging recommendations.
