Ebisu may be the world’s first literal copycat. Researchers have shown the Japanese feline can imitate the actions of her owner under controlled scientific conditions. The ability has only been seen in a handful of creatures, and the find could suggest imitation arose relatively early in mammal evolution.
Moon safe for long-term human exploration, first surface radiation measurements show
Moonwalkers take heart—China’s Chang’e 4 lander has made the first detailed measurements of the intense radiation that blasts the lunar surface and found that it’s safe for human exploration. The results give researchers a better idea of how much protective shielding future crews will need.
Video of the Day: Propeller-powered Helica
All of those promises of flying cars may be unfulfilled, but there was an era in which people drove cars that were basically airplanes without wings.
Canoo’s skateboard platform turns into a go-kart
This is the brains and heart behind everything Canoo plans to build in the future.
Canoo platform, Georgia battery plant, PHEV and EV costs: Today’s Car News
The battery maker SK Innovation this week started ramping up a massive cell plant for U.S.-made EVs. Looking at repairs and maintenance, plug-in hybrids cost less than traditional models. And Canoo has some fast fun with its bare electric-vehicle platform out in the open. This and more, here at Green […]
New 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E: performance specs released
More details revealed on the range-topping Ford Mustang Mach-E GT’s powertrain ahead of its scheduled UK launch in late 2021
BMW X8 Spied in Germany, Dropping Hint It’ll Be a Hybrid
The coupe-ification of all SUVs continues with BMW’s upcoming X7 variant, expected in the 2022 model year.
Revel Bikes Introduces the Ranger Brunch Ride Edition
It was only a matter of time before someone spoofed Yeti’s Lunch Ride models. For those of us who’ve forgotten what it’s like not to work from home, Yeti’s Lunch Ride bikes were inspired by employee builds that were slightly burlier versions of existing models for the quick loops they’d […]