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Uber alerts drivers to distracted ‘Pokémon Go’ players and advises how to make money

Ride-hailing giant Uber has alerted its drivers to the potential hazard of distracted pedestrians and other drivers playing 'Pokémon Go.'
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LoJack reveals the high-tech tricks thieves use to steal connected cars

LoJack created an infographic on connected car theft, with methods used by criminals and tips you can use to protect your property.
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Sun Basket organic meal delivery service will soon reach 98 percent of U.S.

With funding for a third distribution center, organic meal home delivery service Sun Basket will be able to deliver to 98 percent of the U.S. population.
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Elon Musk boldly predicts Model 3 revenue and profits

Once Tesla gets up to full production with its entry-level Model 3, CEO Elon Musk expects $20 billion annual revenue and $5 billion in gross profit.
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Science behind washing your jeans yields unexpected results

Washing jeans isn't necessary for health reasons and can be a waste of water. Washing in hot water fades jeans and tumble drying wears them out.
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VW recalling more than 5,600 vehicles over issue with back seat child locks

The rear seat child locks on 5,658 recalled 2016 Volkswagen CCs, Golf Rs, Tiguans, and e-Golfs can disengage due to vibration.
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Mercedes-Benz' Urban eTruck is all-electric, capable of carrying 26 tons

Mercedes-Benz has revealed the first photos and specifications of its eTruck.
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Illinois law enforcement prohibited from using stingrays without a warrant

The use of cell tower simulators called "stingrays" by police will require an application to a court under a new Illinois law effective January 1, 2017.
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Tesla will not be using Mobileye chips in its next version of Autopilot

Tesla's Autopilot semi-autonomous driving system won't use Mobileye's EyeQ camera image-processing hardware in future versions.
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Audi plans three electric cars by 2020, as well as an autonomous vehicle

Audi has announced plans for three electric cars by 2020, as well as future autonomous and fuel-cell vehicles.
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Porsche puts all-electric Mission E on fast track, hires 1,400 assembly line workers

Porsche announced that it's ramping up for production of the marque's all-electric Mission E. New jobs will be 40 percent more than originally estimatted.
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India’s planned solar zones up the ante for large-scale solar farms worldwide

India plans to cash in on its solar energy richness with solar zones aimed at speeding the country's transition to sustainable energy.
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Life in the fast lane: Zip through airport security with Clear biometric scanning

Frequent travelers can speed up airport check-in with Clear scanning terminals. Skip the lines, scan your boarding pass and fingerprint and move on through.
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Do we really need a national self-driving testing facility?

Arguing that autonomous vehicle testing should be done off of public roads and at a special center three Michigan lawmakers want the site in their state.
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Mercedes wants you to follow your dreams of freedom and buy a C-Class convertible

Mercedes-Benz is bullish on convertibles and is adding three C-Class cabriolets for the 2017 model year. Mercedes is banking on the cars' emotional appeal.
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Cars are breaking down at record rates, and here’s why

Despite advances in automotive technology, roadside service calls to AAA were higher than ever last year. The causes were often new tech and new design.
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Sorry, you can’t attach guns and flamethrowers to your drone

A federal judge rejected arguments that the FAA doesn't have authority over drones with handguns and flamethrowers just because they're in the sky.
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Robot grillmaster feeds and delights party of German bratwurst lovers

A robotic grillmaster selects, places, grills bratwurst and serves them on plates at a party in Germany.
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Pigeons doing canary duty to detect lead levels in NYC neighborhoods

A study in New York City found that pigeon blood lead levels correlated with lead in the blood in children who live in the same neighborhood.
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Another Chrysler recall — what it is and what to do

A wiring harness issue that can cause a loss of propulsion is the reason Fiat Chrysler is recalling 410,000 Chrysler, Jeep, and Ram vehicles.
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Microsoft's Dream Job partners will help you prepare for your next position

Microsoft reaches across its product line and to outside sources for its Dream Job program, using Word, Sway, Skype, career expert Maxie McCoy, and Moo.
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Uber, MADD, and law enforcement partnered on July 4 in 25 cities

Uber, MADD, and local law enforcement departments partnered on July 4 in 25 cities to raise awareness about drunk driving.
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Feds are still pushing for self-driving cars

Citing the potential loss of lives if the country waits for autonomous vehicles to be perfect, the NHTSA head said the agency is bullish on the technology.
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White House unleashes dollars, programs to bolster infrastructure for electric vehicles

A broad range of federal and private-sector actions to accelerate U.S. electric vehicle adoption have been enacted.
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Ridesharing drives away with business travelers, leaving taxis and rental cars behind

A recent study of two years of expense reports shows a significant shift away from taxis and rental car companies in favor of ridesharing options.
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Cities realizing big benefits from Car2go car-sharing service, study funded by Daimler finds

Daimler's Car2go car-sharing service is proving itself. Five surveyed cities in a study funded by Daimler showed improved pollution, parking, and traffic.
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How much longer will consumers keep buying cars at dealerships?

The 2016 Beepi Consumer Automotive Index found three in five Americans feel taken advantage of by car dealers when shopping for cars, according to Harris.
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Argus’ cybersecurity systems quietly keep your vehicle safe from hackers

As our vehicles increasingly connect to internal and external networks, security threats are multiplying. Argus Cyber Security offers six layers of protection.
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Startup Civic screens use of Social Security numbers to protect against ID theft

Startup Civic uses blockchain technology to protect identities via social Security number tracking. Free for now, the service includes $1 million insurance.
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Fiat Chrysler sales numbers questioned, SEC and DOJ investigating

The SEC and DOJ are taking a close look at Fiat Chrysler after two FCA dealers sued the carmaker, claiming pressure to inflate sales numbers.
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Researchers: Hormone makes for happier cows that produce healthier milk

The theory that injecting cows with serotonin (the happy hormone for humans and cows) would make them happier and healthier turned out to true.
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If you or a loved one depends on prescription meds, the Blink Health app can help pay for them

It's bad enough when you need prescription meds, paying for them is even worse. Blink Health's free-enrollment discount drug program may save you big bucks.
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Nvidia designs headquarters using VR headsets, its own chips and software

Employing more than 100 of the company's own graphical processing units and 3D rendering software, Nvidia uses virtual reality headsets to check the design.
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‘Who are you wearing?’ gets literal with DNA-based fashion

Designer Tina Gorjanc is using Alexander McQueen's DNA to grow "skin" complete with freckles and tattoos that will be tanned to create jackets and bags.