Nearly 13,000 Tesla EVs are recalled due to battery concerns
Tesla Issues Recall for Nearly 13,000 Vehicles Over Battery Issue The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that Tesla is recalling 12,963 vehicles in the U.S. due to a problematic battery pack component that might lead to unexpected power loss. Elon Musk’s Tesla is tackling some hurdles with this latest recall. The NHTSA revealed […]
Dog of North Carolina fire chief starts fire by chewing on a battery
Dog Accidentally Starts Fire by Chewing Lithium-Ion Battery A recent incident in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, took a surprising turn when a fire chief’s dog, Colton, caused a small house fire by chewing on a lithium-ion battery. The event was captured on video and shared by the Chapel Hill Fire Department last Monday. Fire Chief […]
Air China flight makes emergency landing due to mid-air lithium battery fire.
An Air China flight bound for Seoul had to make an emergency landing on Saturday after a lithium battery in a passenger’s carry-on luggage ignited while the plane was flying over Shanghai, filling the cabin with smoke. Flight CA139 took off from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport at 9:47 a.m. local time, carrying 160 passengers and […]
Self-flying taxis can travel almost 125 miles on a single battery charge
Electric Vehicles Take Flight A Chinese automotive company is pushing the boundaries of electric vehicle technology with the introduction of driverless flying taxis capable of covering over 100 miles on a single charge. The company, EHang, aims to transform intercity air travel into a secure and efficient experience, as highlighted in a recent viral video. […]
Mark Sanchez Charged with Felony Battery in Indianapolis
Mark Sanchez, a broadcaster for Fox Sports, has been officially booked at the Marion County Jail in Indianapolis for allegedly assaulting a local truck driver last week. Sanchez, who is 38 years old, is facing felony battery charges along with three misdemeanor counts. Additionally, he is the subject of a civil lawsuit filed by Perry […]
GM reintroduces Chevrolet Bolt EV for 2027 following battery fire recalls
Chevrolet Bolt Returns with Affordable Price Tag General Motors is set to reintroduce a well-loved, budget-friendly electric vehicle after a pause in production. The Chevrolet Bolt will be making its return for the 2027 model year, starting at a price of $29,900, according to a press release from the company. As the press release highlights, […]
Chinese battery stocks decline following new export restrictions on the supply chain
Chinese Battery Manufacturers’ Shares Plunge SHANGHAI, Oct. 10 – Shares in Chinese battery companies took a hit on Friday following China’s announcement of new restrictions on the export of lithium battery components. This decision is seen as a way to tighten control over technologies important for energy storage and electric vehicles. Previously, China had also […]
Wi-Fi calling could consume your iPhone’s battery more quickly than using cellular service.
If you’re in a location with poor cell service, Wi-Fi calling can be incredibly helpful. It allows for calls and texts when your cellular connection isn’t available. However, some iPhone users have reported that this feature might drain their battery more quickly than expected. One user, Laura B, posed a question about this: “Living in […]
Professor faces felony battery charges following riots at an ICE facility in Illinois
University of Chicago Professor Arrested During Protest A professor at the University of Chicago was taken into custody on Friday after being linked to a violent unrest at an ICE facility in the suburbs. Eman Abdelhadi, an associate professor in the university’s Comparative Human Development department, faces multiple charges, including two counts of aggravated battery […]
Mark Sanchez, a Fox Sports analyst, charged with felony battery and sued following incident in Indianapolis.
Mark Sanchez Faces Felony Charges After Altercation Mark Sanchez, a former NFL quarterback and current analyst for Fox Sports, is now facing felony battery charges following a violent incident in downtown Indianapolis. This confrontation, which left him hospitalized, occurred early on Saturday, October 4th. The 38-year-old Sanchez, reportedly intoxicated at the time, got into a […]