Zoomers are seemingly rewriting the teenage rite of passage script, opting for tech over tires as they steer a cultural shift away from the traditional rush to the open road. New research from MarketWatch Guides found that the youngest group of drivers – ages 19 and under – make up only one in 25, or approximately 3.6%, of licensed drivers …
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Kentucky mom shocks husband after giving birth en route to the hospital, says he looked ‘scared by a ghost’
A woman gave birth to her second child while sitting in the front seat of her husband’s car on the way to the hospital —and didn’t make a peep. Brooke Canady, 30, was 37 weeks pregnant with her second son when she awoke on May 8, 2024, and felt strong contractions. The Lexington, Kentucky, occupational therapist called her office to …
Read More »Ahead of the ‘100 deadliest days of summer,' here's what teen drivers must know
America’s roads are about to get a little more dangerous as summer approaches. Experts dub the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day as the “100 deadliest days of summer” due to a consecutive spike in teen-related driving incidents. The summer months see an increase of more than 20% in teen traffic fatalities, according to the National Road Safety Foundation …
Read More »Auto industry experts warn Biden's EV mandate may limit gas car options in the future
When President Biden said that Americans can “buy any kind of car they want,” he failed to factor in new emissions standards his administration is putting in place that will reduce consumer choice, industry experts say. During a speech delivered on Tuesday outside the Rose Garden, Biden focused on protecting U.S. jobs from unfair foreign trade practices and promised to …
Read More »Could your car make you sick? Study highlights potentially cancerous toxins in vehicles
Americans may be breathing in cancer-causing chemicals while driving, recent research suggests. A study published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology has sparked discussions about the potentially harmful toxins that could be lurking in the cabins of vehicles. “Certainly the indoor air quality can cause health symptoms,” Dr. Ken Speath, M.D., the division chief and medical director for occupational …
Read More »Aerodynamic electric hypercar is packing some serious horsepower
As the automotive world gathered at the 2024 Beijing International Auto Show, a star was born. MG unveiled the EXE181 concept, an electric hypercar that had everyone in awe over its aerodynamics. With a drag coefficient (Cd) of just 0.181, it’s poised to set records if it hits production. CLICK TO GET KURT’S FREE NEWSLETTER, THE CYBERGUY REPORT EXE181 concept …
Read More »Police officer reveals tips to avoid carjackings, remain safe if you've fallen victim to one
In a situation of a carjacking, a car is stolen from the driver by using force, threats or intimation while the owner is occupying the vehicle. Being a victim of a carjacking can quickly escalate and become dangerous. Sergeant Diogo Mello of the East Providence Police Department in Rhode Island offered safety tips to Fox News Digital via email on …
Read More »Keyless car theft is on the rise. This is how to protect yourself.
They appear like ghosts in the night, standing outside your house, one holding up an antenna while the other crouches next to the car parked on the driveway. Within seconds, your car is gone, yet another victim amid a surge in auto theft enabled by the technology designed to make it easier to unlock and start vehicles. Auto technology has …
Read More »Lightning-fast Formula E race car does 0-60 in 1.82 seconds flat
Imagine a race car so fast it leaves the current Formula 1 vehicle in the dust. That’s the Gen3 Evo Formula E race car, the pinnacle of electric racing technology. With the ability to sprint from 0 to 60 mph in a blistering 1.82 seconds, this machine isn’t just setting new records; it’s shattering our expectations of what electric vehicles …
Read More »Miami Grand Prix winner seen spraying bubbles after Formula 1 race: Here's where the tradition started
The international racing event known as Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix returned to Miami Gardens for the third year — resulting in an exciting finish for McLaren driver Lando Norris, who added his name to the list of Formula 1 race winners. Norris joined Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc, who celebrated their victories on the podium with Ferrari Trento sparkling …
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