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Cars

Everything Dodge Fans Should Know About C-Series Trucks

The C-series was a big replace from its predecessor, with a one-piece ground that allowed the cab to sit down nearer to the highway floor. The entrance clip finish was additionally lowered and redesigned to include a cut up hood and two-bar horizontal grille. The customary engine was a flathead six-cylinder, however with the brand new sequence designation, a 241 cubic inch V8 was made out there as an possibility.

In the spring of 1955, the C-1 grew to become the C-3 and a 260 cubic inch V8 was added to the roster of obtainable engines. The C-3 was out there in 4 trim ranges: Standard, DeLuxe, Custom, and Custom Regal. In May of 1956 some design adjustments have been made, and the V8 grew by 10 cubic inches. The electrical system was additionally transformed from six to 12 volts that 12 months.

More adjustments got here in 1957, together with the premiere of the Sweptside mattress type, a 315 cubic-inch V8, and a brand new pushbutton three-speed computerized transmission.     

Accessories and Peripherals, News, Wearables

CES 2024: 1MORE’s Smart Earbuds Help Runners Stay Safe With Improved Sound Awareness

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SlashGear is on the ground at CES 2024, the place we spent a while hanging out on the 1MORE sales space to get a take a look at its newest earbuds. Designed with runners in thoughts, the 1MORE Fit Open Earbuds S50 contains a wrap-around earbud design that retains the consumer’s music remoted whereas permitting exterior sounds — such because the noise of a automotive passing — to succeed in the runner’s eardrums, serving to them keep protected whereas on the path or asphalt. 

Though the wrap-around design might depart some customers nervous about weight and luxury, 1MORE says to not fear — the S50 is versatile and weighs solely round 10 grams (0.35 oz) per bud. One of essentially the most spectacular components of the earbuds is their totally waterproof design, nonetheless, which 1MORE demonstrated by placing the tech in a vat of water. If you want what you see, we now have excellent news: the 1MORE Fit Open Earbuds S50 is obtainable from Amazon now for $139.99. 

News, TVs

CES 2024: XGIMI’s New Projectors Can Bring Real IMAX Tech To Your Home Theater

While touring the ground at CES 2024 in Las Vegas, SlashGear obtained an early have a look at the 2 latest projectors from XGIMI: the Horizon Max and the Aladdin. During the sales space tour, XGIMI described the Horizon Max because the world’s first lengthy throw 4K IMAX Enhanced licensed projector. IMAX Enhanced titles can be found on companies like Disney+ and produce the IMAX expertise to your private home theater. The Horizon Max achieved this certification by using a “Dual Light 2.0” RGB laser that may produce 3,100 ISO lumens by way of its LED hybrid gentle supply and a function known as ISA 5.0.

The latter, Intelligent Screen Adaptation, makes use of a motorized gimbal that permits the projector to scan the room and discover the very best spot to show its picture. While demonstrating this modern function, XGIMI famous that the Horizon Max can even bear in mind a room’s perfect show location sooner or later and robotically rotate to that angle while you activate the gadget. You can even save a number of places, with XGIMI offering an instance of utilizing one wall for gaming and one other for watching films — all with the push of a button. The Horizon Max projector has a reported distinction of 2000:1, DTS audio assist, and is powered by Android TV. Its launch date and retail value have not but been introduced, however XGIMI says it’s going to value lower than $3,000 and will ship in late 2024.

XGIMI additionally previewed its Aladdin projector for SlashGear, calling it a “triple threat” that’s “really convenient for consumers.” The 3-in-1 unit is a ceiling gentle, audio speaker, and sensible projector multi functional. By attaching on to a lighting socket already put in in your room, the spherical fixture-shaped Aladdin can venture a 1080p picture of as much as 100 inches and generate 360-degree sound utilizing built-in Harman Kardon audio system. XGIMI additionally demonstrated that the ceiling gentle can provide totally different brightness and coloration temperature settings. The Aladdin may be managed both with a distant or by way of an app and runs on Android TV. Its launch date will likely be introduced sooner or later sooner or later.

News

Christmas throwback: Autocar’s Concorde ‘highway take a look at’

When lowered, the desk sits 4 levels adrift of the ground angle in order that your champagne stays degree within the glass throughout a supersonic cruise, when the plane is flying 4 levels nose-up.

Concorde gives glorious amenities, starting from the small galleys to the even smaller washrooms. But whereas the galleys end up excellent meals and line wines – due to the experience of the cabin crew – the washrooms permit for little or no to be achieved in consolation.

Any try at becoming a member of the 10-mile-high membership would require a sophisticated contortionist’s course, adopted by a go to to a chiropractor.

It’s price stating that anybody apart from a Concorde passenger wanting to take a seat 11 miles above the Earth must be geared up moderately in another way.

Mandatory can be boots, thermal underwear, a flight swimsuit, g-suit. crash helmet and oxygen masks, whereas sitting on a seat powered by rockets in case issues get slightly too thrilling.

Sipping champagne and consuming haute delicacies whereas travelling sooner than a rifle bullet in shirt-sleeve consolation is the only real protect of that elite fortunate sufficient to have flown in Concorde.

Running prices

‘If you should ask how a lot gas it makes use of, you possibly can’t afford one,’ involves thoughts. The fee at which Concorde makes use of gas merely taxiing on the bottom is bigger than that of a Boeing 777 cruising.

At take-off energy, the gas burn is 90 tonnes per hour (the tanks solely maintain 96 tonnes in whole). In supersonic cruise, the speed drops to a mere 20 tonnes per hour, which signifies that Concorde is comparatively environment friendly at cruising velocity.

Having mentioned all of this, it is price noting that Concorde makes use of 80 tonnes of gas to cross from London to New York, whereas older Boeing 747s use round 75 tonnes.

The time saved by flying Concorde, together with the low stress, lack of dehydration and jet lag proves that you simply by no means get something for nothing. But typically in life, the value paid for the benefit gained is clearly price it.

Car review

Mercedes EQE SUV

The Mercedes EQE SUV offers spacious accommodation, especially in the rear, with ample leg, head, and shoulder room due to its flat floor and long wheelbase. Although the boot space is 90 litres smaller than the EQS SUV, it can be expanded by adjusting the rear backrest to create an extra 60 litres of space. The broad and flat cargo area is slightly hindered by a high loading lip, attributed to one of the two rear axle-mounted electric motors.

The entry-level 350 model provides a good balance within the EQE SUV lineup. Weighing 2580kg, it delivers strong performance with 564lb ft of instant torque, resulting in initial acceleration and gradually tapering off as speed increases.

The drivetrain is exceptionally smooth and free of vibrations, while the car’s aerodynamic design minimizes wind noise and mirror buffeting even at higher speeds.

The EQE SUV is the first Mercedes EV to feature a disconnect unit that disengages the front motor from the drive process at low speeds in Comfort and Eco driving modes. This reduces energy consumption by 6%. Additionally, it is equipped with a heat pump that replaces a regular air-con unit, further reducing consumption by 10% in cooler weather. The EQE 350 SUV’s 89kWh battery offers an official range of up to 342 miles, and it can be charged at 22kW by an AC wallbox or 170kW by a DC rapid charger.

The standard suspension includes a double-wishbone front and multi-link rear steel-sprung setup with stroke-dependent dampers, while the optional Airmatic air suspension provides adjustable ride height and constant self-leveling using single-chamber plungers.

Equipped with Airmatic air suspension, the EQE SUV offers a comfortable and absorbent ride in Eco, Comfort, and Normal modes, complemented by precise and lightly weighted steering, making it suitable for daily urban driving. The optional rear-wheel steering system enhances maneuverability and provides a tight 10.5-meter turning circle for such a sizable vehicle.

BMW

‘Dunks for Tomorrow’: BMW Munich and FC Bayern Munich Basketball launch joint social commitment.

+++ First competitive match at BMW Park on high-tech, glass video sports floor +++ Every dunk counts for SOS-Kinderdorf and promotes educational equality +++ 3,000 euro raised at first home match at BMW Park +++


Munich. The partnership between BMW Munich and FC Bayern Munich Basketball kicked off with a bang on Friday evening. The opening round of the season took place at BMW Park, where an official league match was played for the first time on a state-of-the-art glass video sports floor, presented by BMW. In addition to this groundbreaking event, the joint initiative called ‘Dunks for Tomorrow’ was launched. Throughout the season, BMW will donate 1,000 euros to SOS-Kinderdorf e.V. for every dunk scored by an FC Bayern Munich basketball player at BMW Park. The team, which includes world champions Andreas Obst and Isaac Bonga, as well as NBA champion Serge Ibaka, won their opening match in the Basketball Bundesliga with a score of 96:87 and made three dunks, raising the first 3,000 euros for the cause.

“The social commitment and contribution to better prospects for the future are important elements of our partnership with FC Bayern Munich Basketball. With our ‘Dunks for Tomorrow’ initiative, we are supporting SOS-Kinderdorf and its commitment to educational equality and equal opportunity throughout the entire season,” said Bernd Döpke, head of BMW Munich. “Every dunk now has a double impact – on the scoreboard and for this good cause. We are eagerly looking forward to a fantastic and successful season in every aspect.”

Marko Pesic, CEO of FC Bayern Munich Basketball GmbH, added, “BMW has truly delivered an outstanding experience as the presenter of our first match – from the spectacular glass floor for the fans to the magnificent dunk campaign in support of SOS-Kinderdorf e.V. and the community. The social aspect is a crucial foundation of our new partnership, and this campaign is perfect, especially with the addition of dunk specialist Serge Ibaka. This incredible appeal will undoubtedly motivate our players to slam dunk as frequently as possible.”

SOS-Kinderdorf e.V. is a charity that aims to break the cycle of poverty and limited opportunities by supporting children and young people from underprivileged families in various ways throughout their school lives. The organization provides services such as school social work, afternoon care, and social group projects to create a comfortable learning environment and offer additional support to children in need.

“Young people deserve the best possible opportunities for development to shape their own futures. This is a core belief of SOS-Kinderdorf. That is why we encourage and support young people in all aspects of their lives. For almost seventy years, we have been committed to helping them in Germany and around the world. The ‘Dunks for Tomorrow’ campaign launched by BMW and FC Bayern Munich Basketball will help us achieve our goals in a generous and sustainable manner. We are grateful to have strong partners like BMW and FC Bayern Munich Basketball by our side and are excited for an eventful season,” said Anna Pönisch, Head of Marketing at SOS-Kinderdorf e.V.

Motorsport

Ember Touring Edition Camper Trailer: Island Kitchen and Theater Seats

Ember Recreational Vehicles is introducing two new floor plans for its 2024 Touring Edition camper trailer. These new models, 29RS and 29MRS, can accommodate up to four people and provide ample seating options.

Both floor plans feature a rear living area, where you’ll find the living room, dining area, and kitchen situated between the slide-out portions. The bedroom is located at the front of the camper, with the bathrooms separating the two areas.


BMW

BMW and AirConsole team up to showcase in-car gaming at Gamescom, with a new game planned for 2024

Munich. BMW and AirConsole are joining forces at Gamescom in Cologne from August 23-27 to demonstrate the AirConsole in-car gaming platform in the BMW i5. AirConsole allows players to enjoy casual games in their new BMW i5, providing entertainment while waiting for the car to charge. Casual games are easy to play and have intuitive controls. The game selection for the launch of the new BMW 5 Series includes racing, sports, simulation, strategy, jump-and-run, and puzzle games. There will be a continuous addition of new games to the portfolio.

BMW and AirConsole are also introducing ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?’ from Sony Pictures Television to the AirConsole game collection at Gamescom. This all-new version of the popular quiz show is being specifically designed for in-car gaming, combining the simplicity of AirConsole’s smartphone game controller with elements from the original game show. ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?’ will be available in BMW and MINI vehicles with the AirConsole App by 2024.

“AirConsole brings a fantastic platform for casual in-car gaming to our vehicles, constantly delivering new and entertaining experiences. The addition of ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?’ is a perfect example of that,” said Stephan Durach, Senior Vice President BMW Group Connected Company Development.

“Bringing ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?’ to our platform represents the perfect mix of entertainment and innovation,” said Michael Fuller, in charge of Business Development for Games at AirConsole. “This game is a beloved global phenomenon, and its inclusion showcases our enthusiasm and dedication to pioneering in-car gaming.”

BMW i5 showcased with a unique gaming design at Gamescom.

To celebrate the launch of in-car gaming, the BMW Group is presenting a BMW i5 with a special gaming wrap at Gamescom. The design pays homage to the 8-bit era of computer games with large pixels. The color scheme takes inspiration from the games available on the AirConsole platform. The wrap also features elements of video game controllers, highlighting the unique in-car gaming solution with AirConsole, where the smartphone serves as the controller.

*Vehicles that can be enabled with AirConsole at a later date: BMW 7 Series; BMW iX from production 03/23; BMW X5, BMW X6, BMW X7, BMW X5 M, BMW X6 M from production 04/23; BMW XM from production 08/23. Other BMW models will follow gradually. Availability of AirConsole App depends on model and country and is part of ConnectedDrive Professional package or Personal eSIM option.
Motorsport

Toyota Corolla Crashes Into Second Floor Of House, Police Suspect Intentional Act

A car crashing into a house is not unusual, but when it ends up on the second floor, it becomes a strange incident that leaves people wondering how and why it happened. This week, residents in Lewiston, Pennsylvania, were puzzled when a car crashed onto someone’s roof. However, the police believe that this crash was intentional.

The crash involved a gray 2006 Toyota Corolla, which destroyed a corner of the house containing a bedroom and a dormer window. The car came to rest partially inside the house and on the roof of the front porch. Emergency services arrived at the scene and found the homeowner uninjured, but the driver, Evan Miller, was transported to the hospital. The rescue team helped stabilize the house by adding structural support columns and a tarp to protect it from the weather.

The Pennsylvania State Police investigated the crash and determined that it was not an accident. They charged Miller with aggravated assault, reckless endangerment, and criminal mischief. If convicted, he could face a prison sentence of five to 20 years. It is unclear if Miller knew the homeowners or if he intentionally crashed his car into the house or was attempting a different kind of stunt.

The police believe that Miller hit a culvert underneath the house’s driveway, causing the Corolla to go airborne and crash into the second floor. The rise and elevation of the culvert were apparently sufficient to clear the vehicles in the driveway and provide enough height for the car to reach the second floor.

Interestingly, this is not the first time a Toyota Corolla has crashed into a house. In a recent incident in North Point, Florida, a delivery driver crashed a Corolla into a house after running a stop sign. The car also went airborne but caused minimal damage to the house. The homeowner, who happened to be recording a sewing tutorial video at the time, captured the accident on camera.