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fromwww.bbc.com
15 hours ago

Power-washing, pool-cleaning and mowing: Why millions are playing games about mundane jobs

"We want to make the Graham Norton of video games," says Kirsty Rigden, the chief executive of Brighton-based FuturLab, which makes PowerWash Simulator. Aspiring to emulate a talkshow host who has a reputation for being affable rather than for setting pulses racing is perhaps an unusual ambition for a gaming studio.
Games
#steer-by-wire
fromThe Verge
23 hours ago
Cars

Mercedes adds steer-by-wire - and a dang steering yoke - to the EQS

Mercedes-Benz introduces steer-by-wire technology in the refreshed EQS sedan, enhancing steering control with electronic systems.
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago
Cars

I Tried Mercedes' Futuristic New Steering Yoke. It's Better Than It Looks

Mercedes-Benz's steer-by-wire system in the EQS prototype offers a unique driving experience with variable steering ratios and innovative design.
Cars
fromThe Verge
23 hours ago

Mercedes adds steer-by-wire - and a dang steering yoke - to the EQS

Mercedes-Benz introduces steer-by-wire technology in the refreshed EQS sedan, enhancing steering control with electronic systems.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

I Tried Mercedes' Futuristic New Steering Yoke. It's Better Than It Looks

Mercedes-Benz's steer-by-wire system in the EQS prototype offers a unique driving experience with variable steering ratios and innovative design.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
6 years ago

The Best Game Controller for Every Kind of Player

A good controller significantly enhances gaming experience, with various options available for different platforms and features.
London startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

This is what you don't see in F1': the university where future race engineers are made

Oxford Brookes Racing excels in engineering, competing in Formula Student with a student-run team that has won numerous design awards and attracts industry attention.
Germany news
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

This Ford is the quickest production car at the Nurburgring, ever

Ford's GT Mk IV is the fastest production car to lap the Nürburgring Nordschleife with a time of 6:15.997.
#robotics
Science
fromNature
5 days ago

Inside the 'self-driving' lab revolution

Eve, an AI-powered robotic platform, automates early-stage drug design, significantly enhancing efficiency in scientific research.
Science
fromNature
5 days ago

Inside the 'self-driving' lab revolution

Eve, an AI-powered robotic platform, automates early-stage drug design, significantly enhancing efficiency in scientific research.
#autonomous-vehicles
fromInfoQ
5 days ago
DevOps

Optimization in Automated Driving: From Complexity to Real-Time Engineering

A production-grade AV stack is a distributed dataflow graph of components, optimized for resource management and real-time constraints.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
3 weeks ago
Gadgets

with no steering wheel and control buttons, electric robotaxi lunar relies on itself to drive

Lucid Group's Lunar concept robotaxi features autonomous driving capability, two-passenger seating, and streamlined design with reduced components for lower production costs and assembly efficiency.
DevOps
fromInfoQ
5 days ago

Optimization in Automated Driving: From Complexity to Real-Time Engineering

A production-grade AV stack is a distributed dataflow graph of components, optimized for resource management and real-time constraints.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
5 days ago

Prologo Adds Real-Time Saddle Pressure Mapping Kit for Fitters, Teams, & Bike Shops

Prologo's Pressure Map MyOwn system uses sensors to visualize saddle pressure for better bike fitting and comfort.
UX design
fromWIRED
6 days ago

The Deceptively Tricky Art of Designing a Steering Wheel

Designing a functional and beautiful steering wheel is one of the most challenging tasks in automotive design.
fromESPN.com
6 days ago

Forget luck: Antonelli shows he's an F1 title threat in Japan

I think when we decided to give him the race seat one and a half years ago, we hoped for this trajectory. The ups and downs you expect from a young driver aged 18 in the first year, and eventually by the second year [we hoped] the success would materialize and I think this is happening.
Juventus
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Football Manager gamer helps team win in real life

Kendrick suggested a formation change to 4-4-2, inspired by his online team and football manager Sean Dyche, leading to a 3-2 victory for KPR.
Liverpool FC
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

Today's Atlantic Trivia: Video Games

Nintendo was founded in 1889, the same year the Eiffel Tower opened in Paris, starting as a manufacturer of Japanese playing cards.
Games
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
5 days ago

CRKD's $30 ATOM+ Is a Pocket Gamepad That Finally Solved Stick Drift - Yanko Design

The TMR, or Tunnel Magnetoresistance, thumbsticks are arguably the ATOM+'s most significant selling point. Unlike traditional analog sticks that use physical contact points that wear down with use, TMR technology relies on magnetic sensors to read input, which means accuracy doesn't degrade over time.
Gadgets
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 week ago

Zwift Gets First-Ever Gravel-Only Map, Plus New Bikes, Races & More

Zwift introduces new features including outdoor workout recommendations, a gravel-only event, and expanded cycling levels.
Games
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Why is gaming becoming so expensive? The answer is found in AI

PlayStation 5 prices have risen significantly due to increased demand for computing power driven by AI, alongside global economic disruptions.
#formula-1
fromESPN.com
1 month ago
World news

F1 testing LIVE: Latest updates as Mercedes, Ferrari, McLaren, Red Bull battle for superiority in Bahrain

Cars
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

F1 in Japan: Oh no, what have they done to all the fast corners?

F1 cars struggle with energy management in fast corners due to new hybrid systems, impacting performance and necessitating urgent solutions.
Cars
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

How F1 Car Engines Are Different This Year - And Why It Matters for Fans Dreaming to Win a Car

This year's F1 engine developments emphasize efficiency, sustainability, and technology that influence consumer vehicles.
fromESPN.com
1 month ago
World news

F1 testing LIVE: Latest updates as Mercedes, Ferrari, McLaren, Red Bull battle for superiority in Bahrain

Washington DC
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

The circuit for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix looks like a real-life video game

The Freedom 250 Grand Prix, scheduled for August on the National Mall, features a 1.7-mile street race circuit passing major U.S. monuments and Smithsonian museums at speeds exceeding 200 mph.
Artificial intelligence
fromGadgets 360
2 weeks ago

Microsoft's Copilot Might Come to Current-Gen Xbox Consoles This Year

Microsoft plans to bring Gaming Copilot AI assistant to Xbox Series S and Series X consoles later this year after nine months of public testing on other platforms.
#forza-horizon-6
Wearables
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Backbone's versatile pro controller is nearly matching its best price to date

The Backbone Pro mobile controller offers dedicated gaming hardware with full-sized controls, extended battery life, and unified software for accessing games across multiple platforms at a discounted price of $139.99.
Bicycling
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 weeks ago

This $130 Mario Kart Racing Wheel for the Switch 2 Has Seven Sensitivity Levels for Throwing Banana Peels - Yanko Design

Hori releases two officially licensed racing wheels for Switch 2 with Mario Kart World, offering Deluxe ($129.99) and Mini ($79.99) models with similar core features but different sizes and aesthetics.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

I Miss When Multiplayer Games Weren't Changing All The Time - Kotaku

A patch increasing gunshot volume in Marathon created a more aggressive multiplayer environment, prompting nostalgia for older games that remained static after release rather than undergoing constant balance changes.
Cars
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

IndyCar royalty, NASCAR dynasty: How Penske conquered American racing

Team Penske achieved a historic sweep at Phoenix Raceway, showcasing dominance in both NASCAR and IndyCar.
Privacy technologies
fromSecurityWeek
1 month ago

Researchers Uncover Method to Track Cars via Tire Sensors

TPMS tire pressure sensors transmit unencrypted unique identifiers allowing low-cost roadside receivers to track vehicle movements and driving patterns.
fromCity AM
1 month ago

Williams F1 'competing with top 50 teams in sport', says Kenyon

We've been involved with the business for five years now. It's an incredible brand with lots of legacy and great values, and there's a long-term plan here. That was supported by two things last year: Carlos joining us, who obviously saw the opportunity when it came to wanting to win; and finishing fifth. And that just supported our story of going back to the top.
Liverpool FC
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Apple and Netflix are teaming up to share Formula 1 programming

Apple and Netflix have entered into a rather surprising partnership. The dynamic streaming duo will share Formula 1 programming, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The deal allows Netflix to stream the F1 Canadian Grand Prix in May, along with Apple TV. On the flipside, Apple TV and Netflix will both air season eight of the docuseries Drive to Survive.
Television
Cars
fromArs Technica
2 weeks ago

Driving the $375,000 Porsche race car that debuted as a $12 DLC in iRacing

Porsche debuted the new 911 Cup in iRacing before real-world track testing, using the hardcore sim as a digital feeder series to its Porsche Carrera Cup racing program.
#formula-one
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Mercedes magic and Ferrari's rapid starts: what we learned from F1 testing

Mercedes showed strong reliability and balance in pre-season testing, Ferrari demonstrated exceptional launch performance, and Red Bull displayed efficient energy recovery for straight-line speed.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Amazon continues retreat from games by ending publishing deal for open world racer

We're in active dialogue with partners who share our long-term ambition for the IP and look forward to sharing more later this year.
Video games
Cars
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

How I streamed my off-road Miata race using Starlink and StarStream

StarStream satellite streaming technology enables live video transmission from remote off-road races previously impossible to broadcast, transforming fan engagement and team communication.
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

F1's new rules create 'Mario Kart' racing in Australia season opener

Drivers had eviscerated the new formula after stepping out of their cars following qualifying on Saturday; three world champions in Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton and Lando Norris all spoke out about the cars in various ways. Norris had said F1 had traded the best and most enjoyable cars to drive for the worst, and certainly there was a remarkably negative mood over the paddock after qualifying.
Cars
Marketing tech
fromThedrum
2 months ago

It's Lights Out & Away We Go: Aston Martin score maximum points with audience-led data strategy

Aston Martin F1 employed audience data and segmentation to enhance fan engagement, monetize partnerships, and optimize fan acquisition through multi-channel personalized experiences.
Cars
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Norris, Verstappen and Hamilton slam worst' F1 cars after torrid Australian GP qualifying

Formula One's 2025 regulations overhaul receives widespread criticism from top drivers who find the new energy management system complex and detrimental to racing quality.
Marketing
fromThedrum
2 months ago

BAF Motorsports Case Study

A full-funnel Facebook/Instagram strategy using interest-based, lookalike, and retargeting audiences can significantly improve ad performance and account growth for niche automotive products.
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

America's team: How Cadillac's arrival is already shaking up F1

In the short term, expectations are brutally realistic, but this is still a team intent on making noise from day one. That intent will be made clear when Cadillac unveils the livery of its first F1 car during a Super Bowl commercial Sunday. Such a move is a statement and arrival aimed as much at mainstream America as at a paddock that, for years, questioned whether the brand belonged on the grid at all.
Business
Cars
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago

Formula 1 in 2026: Just Formula E on steroids?

Formula 1's 2026 season introduces radical changes including 50% battery power, shorter/narrower/lighter cars, adjustable wings, and a boost button replacing DRS.
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

Ruckus gears up for networking partnership with TGR Haas F1 Team | Computer Weekly

Promising to bring high‑performance, low‑latency networking to one of the world's most demanding, data‑driven sports environments, Ruckus Networks has entered an agreement to be the Official Networking Partner of the TGR Haas F1 Team.
Marketing tech
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

Gamesir Swift Drive controller has force feedback steering wheel for ultimate racing fun - Yanko Design

The hybrid controller features a miniature direct-drive steering wheel positioned in the center, delivering force feedback and 1080-degree rotation for immersive racing game action. Designer: Gamesir For racing sim fans, the quandary has always been to either choose a portable setup, or go for more detailed but bulky setups. This gamepad hits the sweet spot for casual gamers like me who always wanted something that's compact.
Gadgets
Science
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

What Can Gaming Do for Our Intelligence?

Effective intelligence — attention, working memory, decision-making, and learning speed — is trainable through experience and interventions such as gaming, leveraging neuroplasticity.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How AI is redefining accuracy at the X Games

Sports are entering a new era and it could be powered by artificial intelligence. Jeremy Bloom, CEO of the X Games, is placing a bold bet on AI to revolutionize how competitions are judged and scored. From reducing human error to enhancing fairness and accuracy, AI judges could redefine the future of professional sports. But can machines truly replace human judgment on the world's biggest stages?
Artificial intelligence
Gadgets
fromEngadget
2 months ago

This game controller has a force feedback steering wheel lodged in the middle

GameSir's Swift Drive combines a compact central steering wheel with force feedback, Hall-effect sensors, haptic triggers, and long battery life for a miniaturized driving controller.
Video games
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Forza Horizon 5 Is By Far Xbox's Most Successful Port On PS5 - Report

Forza Horizon 5 sold 5.1 million copies on PS5 in 2025, outselling the next four Xbox-to-PlayStation ports combined and earning about $300 million.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 month ago

Xiaomi Is China's First Automaker With A Bespoke Gran Turismo Car

Xiaomi unveiled the Vision GT, China's first exclusive Gran Turismo 7 concept car, as part of its global automotive expansion strategy targeting younger consumers.
Bicycling
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
2 months ago

Why Fitness Cyclists Eventually Need a Bike Computer (Even If They're Not "Serious")

A dedicated bike computer remains reliable in heat, offers longer battery life, readable screens, accurate metrics, and seamless syncing, outperforming phones for frequent, longer rides.
frominsideevs.com
2 months ago

ZF's AI-Powered Software Could Make The ESP Off' Button Irrelevant

Modern cars, including EVs, have tons of safety features baked in, but sometimes the driver still has to take over when the going gets tough. That's why most new cars out there still have a button somewhere that disengages the traction control system, which can come in handy when tackling slippery roads or deep snow because it allows the wheels to spin without the electronics cutting power.
Artificial intelligence
Gadgets
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Logitech Clears Out G29 Driving Force Racing Wheel and Floor Pedals at Its Cheapest Price, Perfect for PlayStation and PC Gaming - Kotaku

Logitech G29 wheel and pedals kit available at Amazon for $270 (18% off), featuring realistic force feedback, 900° rotation, and pressure-sensitive pedals.
Video games
fromInverse
2 months ago

PlayStation Plus Just Added The Most Stylish Street Racing Game Ever

Need for Speed: Unbound pairs bold anime-and-street-art visuals with deep customization and polished arcade racing mechanics to create a larger-than-life street racing experience.
Gadgets
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Logitech's G Driving Force Shifter Crashes to Record Low Below Black Friday, Compatible With Racing Wheels for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC - Kotaku

Logitech G Driving Force Shifter is a durable, compact six-speed H-pattern manual shifter with push-down reverse, leather knob, and compatibility with major wheels and consoles.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
1 month ago

I Love This Dart Counter for Local and Online Matches

Auto-scoring light ring with four HD cameras and DartCounter app delivers accurate scoring, statistics, practice modes, and online multiplayer to improve and enjoy darts.
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Razer's new controller has TMR sticks and ultra-low latency Bluetooth for use with TVs

Razer is announcing a new Wolverine V3 BT controller at CES 2026 that's designed for TVs. It's the world's first gamepad to use ultra-low latency Bluetooth, allowing it a sub-3ms response time, and the first accessory to launch under LG's "Designed for LG Gaming Portal" program. But since it's been developed in collaboration with LG, the Wolverine V3 BT can only achieve that ultra-low latency when used with compatible LG TVs running webOS 25.
Gadgets
Video games
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Mario Kart World adds a team option in Knockout Tour

Mario Kart World on Nintendo Switch 2 now features team-based Knockout Tour mode, pooling teammate scores while maintaining individual eliminations.
Cars
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Zero grip, maximum fun: A practical guide to getting into amateur ice racing

Ice racing prioritizes low-grip sliding and accessible thrills over high-downforce precision, requiring cold conditions, suitable tires, and a willing car for sideways driving enjoyment.
#anbernic
Cars
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

McLaren Charlotte on Building Performance Through Discipline

High-performance automotive retail requires disciplined, systems-based operations, technical staff education, and a long-term, consistency-focused leadership to deliver lasting results.
Gadgets
fromGSMArena.com
2 months ago

Infinix unveils blade-less fan, liquid cooling, a gaming controller, and magnetic accessories

Infinix unveils HydroFlow active liquid cooling with a dual piezoelectric ceramic single pump and piezoelectric fan, plus split gaming controller and Active Visual Backplate.
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Forza Horizon 5 Is My Antidote To Doomscrolling In 2026

2012's Forza Horizon is one of my lifetime favorites. Earlier games like Grand Theft Auto 3 had shown me how much I could enjoy the simple experience of driving around a game's world with a great song on the radio, but took it to the next level with its gorgeous Colorado setting, its impeccable driving model, and the relentless stream of exceptional pop tunes on Horizon Pulse, the game's best radio station.
Video games
Cars
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Sideways on the ice, in a supercar: Stability control is getting very good

Electronic stability and traction control systems use braking and power reduction to keep cars on the intended path, preventing loss of control on low-grip surfaces.
fromEngadget
2 months ago

GeForce Now adds support for flight controllers

It only seems right that cloud gaming should welcome virtual pilots, and that's definitely now the case if GeForce Now is your streaming platform of choice. One of the most frequently requested features from its community according to NVIDIA, flight control support has now been added to its GeForce Now offering, meaning you can live your Top Gun fantasies without worrying about your rig buckling under the pressure.
Video games
fromEngadget
2 months ago

GeForce Now adds support for flight controllers

It only seems right that cloud gaming should welcome virtual pilots, and that's definitely now the case if GeForce Now is your streaming platform of choice. One of the most frequently requested features from its community according to NVIDIA, flight control support has now been added to its GeForce Now offering, meaning you can live your Top Gun fantasies without worrying about your rig buckling under the pressure.
Video games
Cars
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

The difficulty of driving an EV in the "most beautiful race in the world"

A Polestar 3 EV joined the Mille Miglia Green rally, covering 1,200+ km between Brescia and Rome while managing charging, logistics, and mixed crowd reactions.
Cars
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Audi Finally Made It to F1. Now Comes the Hard Part.

Audi aims to win in Formula 1 by 2030 after debuting as Audi Revolut with the R26, targeting a rapid five-season rise to the front.
Cars
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

The Emptywheel Fabulous Car Blog! Formula One and Car Flicks

Ferrari replaced Sebastian Vettel with Carlos Sainz, centering the team on Charles Leclerc, while McLaren gains Daniel Ricciardo and Mercedes engines for 2021.
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