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How to build a box fan air filter to escape the wildfire smoke blanketing NYC
As much of the northern and eastern US finds itself enveloped in haze stemming from Canadian wildfires, Engadget has a timely how-to for building your own box air fan.
GM’s auto emergency braking feature is now standard on its latest EVs
GM announced today that it’s making five active safety features standard on all its 2023 and newer EVs. In addition, the automaker says it will surpass its commitment to add Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) to 95 percent of its vehicles, as it’s included in 98 percent of GM’s 2023 models — including all its EVs.
Uber will start rolling out teen accounts with safety features next week
Uber will soon roll out teen accounts and family profiles in the US in Canada. The company plans to offer rides with car seats for younger kids in select cities too.
Peloton recalls 2.2 million Bikes over safety issues
A recall has been issued for 2.2 million Peloton Bikes sold in the US because of an issue with the seat post.
Amazon was responsible for more than half of all 'serious' US warehouse injuries last year, report finds
A coalition of labor unions claims Amazon was responsible for 53 percent of all serious warehouse injuries recorded in the US last year.
FDA reportedly denied Neuralink's request to begin human trials of its brain implant
According to Reuters, the FDA denied Neuralink's request to being human trials last year over concerns of safety arising from animal model testing.
Senators urge Meta not to open Horizon Worlds up to younger teens
Two senators have urged Mark Zuckerberg not to open up Meta's Horizon Worlds app to younger teenagers. 'In light of your company’s record of failure to protect children and teens and a growing body of evidence pointing to threats to young users in the metaverse, we urge you to halt this plan immediately,' their letter reads.
FCC proposals require phone companies to help domestic violence survivors
The FCC's proposed rules would make carriers help domestic violence survivors.
Tinder adds an incognito mode and more safety features
Along with offering an incognito mode, Tinder is making it easier to block and report other users.
The DOJ is looking into Tesla's Autopilot and Full Self-Driving claims
The Justice Department has ordered Tesla to turn over details of Autopilot and Full Self-Driving features in the wake of multiple crashes.
Uber Eats now shows users which of their personal details couriers can see
Uber Eats' latest feature lets you know which of your personal details a courier can see before, during and after delivery.
High-powered lasers can be used to steer lightning strikes
Scientists have used a laser to guide lightning strikes, and the tech could help protect rockets and forests.
NTSB chair says EVs are getting too big and heavy
The NTSB's leader is concerned big, heavy EVs pose a safety risk.
Peloton will pay $19 million for not reporting fatal Tread+ safety issues immediately
Peloton is paying $19 million to settle claims it was too slow to report Tread+ safety problems that led to injuries.
A new electrolyte mixture may prevent EV batteries from catching fire
Your next EV or phone might be less likely to catch fire thanks to extra-salty batteries.
Jeep recalls over 62,000 Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrids over engine shutdowns
Jeep has recalled over 62,000 Wrangler 4xe PHEVs over engine shutdowns that can lead to crashes.
Twitch's new 'Shield Mode' is a one-button anti-harassment tool for streamers
Twitch has added a 'Shield Mode' for streamers that activates multiple anti-harassment tools in one shot.
Honda's 'Sensing 360' next-gen driver assist will arrive in the US by 2030
Honda's level 2 Sensing driver assist system could begin pushing level 3 by the end of the decade.
US safety watchdog warns against Onewheel boards after reported ejection injuries
A US safety commission has warned against using Onewheel boards following reports of injuries and deaths, but the company has rejected demands for a recall.
Consumer Reports finds hybrid cars are more reliable than gas-only models
Consumer Reports says hybrids are more reliable than gas-only cars, but the same isn't always true for EVs.