Sometimes, we talk about cars and the companies that build them. Other times we talk about technology and the companies who control them. Today, we have some of both because there is just no way to grow apples without caring a little bit about dirt.
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Google is delaying its phase-out of third-party cookies.
So, based on current estimations, the phase-out of third-party cookies is now projected to occur in either Q1 or Q2 of 2025. Check out the full timeline and updates here.
Toyota Motor set new records in global sales and production, as detailed in a recent Reuters report. Here's a breakdown of their fiscal year achievements:
Despite the impressive annual figures, Toyota faced a bit of a downturn in March, particularly in China, and has pushed back the start of U.S. electric vehicle production to 2026, prioritizing product safety and quality amidst recent internal scandals.
Ford Motor Company's performance in the first quarter has exceeded expectations, particularly driven by its commercial vehicle sector. Here are the highlights from their CNBC coverage:
Nissan has introduced Iruyo, an animatronic toy designed to monitor a child's sleep status in the car. This "intelligent puppet," co-developed with an advertising agency and a baby product retailer, utilizes technology akin to Nissan's driver-assistance systems to observe whether a child is awake or asleep.
Despite its innovative design aimed at helping parents with rear-facing child seats, its effectiveness in soothing crying babies remains a point of contention.
Hawaii is making significant strides in EV adoption, ranking fifth in the U.S. for EV sales. Key insights from the Electrify News article include:
In addition, Hawaii benefits from federal funding for EV charging infrastructure, significantly enhancing the state's EV adoption capabilities and setting a strong example for other regions.
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Rounded to the nearest 10.