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Last Call to See the 'People's Champ' Ken Block Exhibit in Los Angeles
October 5 is the last chance to see People's Champ, the Impact of Ken Block. The exhibit commemorating the late driving legend opened on February 15, 2025 at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles. The influential car culture hub in downtown L.A. gives fans of Ken Block and motorsport the first chance to see the vehicles he built for unrestrained driving action.
The Matilija poppy: plant them in the fall
The Matilija poppy (Romneya coulteri) is a California native plant. The drought-tolerant species is unique to California natives for its large blossom and distinctive appearance.
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These Latest Changes at Google Might Be Surprising to Some
What’s Google been up to lately? I think you’ll be surprised. Because of its growing carbon footprint in AI, Google now gives nuclear energy "a lot of love."
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Update: Jolie Holland drops a new EP
Jolie Holland Band is dropping a new record and headlining a summer tour.
REVIEW: Documentary film Becoming Led Zeppelin rocks harder than AI metrics convey
So, should you see it? That depends. If you care about how quality music is made, if you want to hear about the vibes inspiring Led Zeppelin’s orchestration and arrangement of instrument and voice, if you are curious about how a record contract is intelligently sealed, fully in the band’s best interest; you’ll want to see this music documentary, no matter your musical orientation.
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Good news for musicians and artists with AI anxiety
But now that music creators have one set of protections, it begs the question. How is it possible to track down unfair use? In the vast landscape of AI-generated content, how can misuses be found?
This is where the good news comes in. The very technology that can systematically scrape, devour and digest songs, toward the end of training music models, can be put in reverse.
This is where the good news comes in. The very technology that can systematically scrape, devour and digest songs, toward the end of training music models, can be put in reverse.
Jolie Holland: A Counterculture Artist
Jolie Holland has reemerged, and good things are bound to happen. As a musician, she continues to evolve like the best of them, retaining the interest of longtime fans while captivating new listeners. Her last full album resonates somberly under her quintessential, haunted voice. As pretty and sweet as beads of nectar, her vocals flow through harmony and rhyme. They are a spark on dark lyrics, electrified on strings.
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The New Player: Cryptocurrency’s emerging dominance in residential real estate
Paying crypto for a home is not a new phenomenon, but it is proving to be a mover to watch.
Unlikely Gearheads: 9 Surprising Celebrities Who Love Cars
Some celebrities are famous for collecting cars, others simply amass them. You'd have to be living under a rock not to know about Jay Leno's massive collection. Same with Jerry Seinfeld, he's got more classic and rare Porsche cars than anyone. These comedians are enthusiasts who know a lot about their stash. Other wealthy stars buy them up. One rapper notoriously threw down $1.8 million on a brand-new Bugatti because it was the most expensive car in the world, had to have one. Then there's Justi
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These 10 SUVs Scored a Terrible Safety Rating In a Key Area
An SUV vehicle that doesn't protect the backseat makes an oxymoron out of these 10 family haulers.
Gone In 60 Seconds Reboot: Top 10 Cars We Want To See
The 2000 remake of Gone in 60 Seconds was as successful as the 1974 original. That one was made on a shoestring and then proceeded to kill it at the box office, making $40 million on a $150,000 investment. The Touchstone Pictures movie, financed by Disney, had a $100 million budget. Not bad considering A-listers Nicolas Cage and Angelina Jolie starred alongside a fleet of high-end cars. Gone In 60 Seconds was an excellent remake that has earned its spot amongst the greatest car movies of all tim
10 Fascinating Facts About BMW M Performance Cars You Should Know
The BMW motorsport division was established in 1972 and quickly proved a contender on racing circuits worldwide. The first M labeled production car came later, after BMW had taken six European championships with its 3.0 CSL. At the time, according to Jochen Neerpasch speaking to Markus Flasch, both former heads of BMW M, BMW delegated tuners to boost power and performance, but did not have an established central racing division.
The brand wanted a designated motorsport subsidiary, separate from
The brand wanted a designated motorsport subsidiary, separate from
10 Classic German Roadsters You Forgot About
The roadster goes by a wide range of names in automotive circles. First identified in 19th-century America as a roadster, we now call the sporty two-seater a spider, or a spyder, a cabriolet, and a two-seat convertible. Super Leicht (SL) is a roadster designation used by Germany's first automaker. SL means sports light or super light. It indicates a selection of refined German grand touring sports cars many of us would love to get our hands upon. Porsche is recognized the world over for its spor
10 Most Impressive New SUVs That Slid Under Everyone's Radar
Trucks and SUVs dominate vehicle sales year after year. The Toyota Corolla and the Honda Civic will always contend, but it's impossible to ignore the swelling numbers of trucks and SUVs leading the automotive industry. The Ford F-Series, Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Toyota RAV4 are ubiquitously recognizable vehicles we see every day.
SUVs are a relatively new body style, but it's been wildly successful ever since they entered the market. Each year it seems like a new flock of small, mid-size, and f
SUVs are a relatively new body style, but it's been wildly successful ever since they entered the market. Each year it seems like a new flock of small, mid-size, and f
Offbeat Marvels: Quirky Features In The Jeep Renegade
Jeep has always been a little bit different. It has a charming heritage. It takes pride in its beginnings as a trusty WWII Army reconnaissance vehicle and for being one of the first off-road brands. It’s unique. There is only one Jeep, never mind it's also Chrysler, Mopar, and Stellantis. If there is any consistent branding, it is that a Jeep SUV is fun to own.
Few examples illustrate this as well as the strategically placed Easter eggs found on the Jeep Renegade. These “Easter eggs,” as most J
Few examples illustrate this as well as the strategically placed Easter eggs found on the Jeep Renegade. These “Easter eggs,” as most J
10 Ways The Toyota 4Runner Outperforms Its Competition
The Toyota 4Runner has an enormous following of loyal enthusiasts. It’s not a fluke. This vehicle has amassed support by consistently delivering quality off-road equipment with well-designed performance options, and no shortage of standard perks. Throughout its four-decades run, Toyota has continually improved every aspect of off-road competence in this four-wheel drive SUV.
As for the competition, it is difficult to compete with the Toyota 4Runner in almost every category because it has a name
As for the competition, it is difficult to compete with the Toyota 4Runner in almost every category because it has a name
5 Original Death Race Movie Cars (And 5 From The Franchise)
The 1975 cult classic Death Race 2000 comedy inspired a string of contemporary underground Death Race movies. But it took until 2008 to see a remake. Death Race (2008), starring Jason Statham, is about a framed dude forced into a vengeful killing spree. It was this movie that solidified the actor's action film fate. Statham's character drives just as maniacally as he does as Deckard Shaw in the Fast and Furious franchise, crushing the weak in corresponding fashion. His performance in the gruesom
10 Electric Cars That Lack In Charging Speed And Efficiency
An electric vehicle (EV) is different from both a hybrid and a full-fledged internal combustion engine (ICE). It’s a new ballgame when it comes to understanding efficiency ratings and power production. Terms such as “kilowatts per hour” and Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 charging capabilities come into play as significant indications of your EV’s overall caliber. For many, it is a foray into frustration of an otherwise simple process of getting the best performing car you can buy.
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10 Fastest Production Car Engines Ever Made
Advanced technology and futuristic materials are the stuff hypercars are made of. It is what delineates a hypercar from a supercar. Engineering ultra-high-performance machinery to push the limits of the past creates increasingly greater speeds, ever-improved weight advantages, and more efficient horsepower. The 8.0-liter quad-turbocharged W16 pictured here in all its splendor is an example of advanced engineering. You will see it’s an engine that has been used in more than one hypercar.
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15 New Cars We Will Stay Away From In 2023
With overall car ratings on this list below 50, it's safe to say these cars failed, as determined by Consumer Reports. As such, you won't find us picking any of these examples for 2023. If you've ever wondered what goes into the ratings by experts in automotive reliability, read on.
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This article features a video montage with a script that leans on the textual content I provided. It was a new, trial editorial feature, at the time.
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Toyota Owners Are Quiet About These 10 Things
Toyota Motor Corp is considered the gold standard in automobile manufacturing. The company makes affordable and reliable cars for the general population and prime luxury cars, like Lexus and the Crown, for those who can afford it. But here’s where Toyota fans stop cheering.
10 Reasons Why Chevrolet Is Discontinuing The Camaro For 2024
News out of GM’s Lansing Grand River Assembly Plant in Michigan affirmed the Chevy Camaro’s fate. For two years, we’ve been hearing official rumblings about the timeframe for the nameplate’s demise. In 2021, GM Authority announced a possible “farewell” special-edition option on the 2024 Camaro LT, SS, and ZL1, packaged as “Heritage Edition.”
The Camaro has been in the Chevrolet family for half a century. Chevrolet has been in business since 1911 when racer and engineer Louis Chevrolet and GM fo
The Camaro has been in the Chevrolet family for half a century. Chevrolet has been in business since 1911 when racer and engineer Louis Chevrolet and GM fo
10 Rare Cars In Forza Horizon 5
One of the main advantages of car-based video games is the fact that you can collect some of the greatest models ever made, and on that basis, few games do it better than Forza Horizon 5. Better still is that the scope for customization is huge once you’ve acquired one of these dream cars, and is often a great way for novices to learn the associated technical terminology and definitions for how these new upgrades work in real life.
Updated: Forza Horizon 5 remains one of the very best car games
Updated: Forza Horizon 5 remains one of the very best car games
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