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For consumers shopping for an EV, new rules mean fewer models qualify for a tax credit

For consumers shopping for an EV, new rules mean fewer models qualify for a tax credit

DETROIT (AP) — U.S.
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RCMP arrest stolen car suspect in Nelson, B.C., after officer hurt in road block

RCMP arrest stolen car suspect in Nelson, B.C., after officer hurt in road block

SALMO, B.C. — Police say a 42-year-old man from Trail, B.C., has been arrested after allegedly driving a stolen vehicle that hit three police cars and injured an officer at a roadblock. Mounties say an officer in Salmo, B.C.
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Engine maker Cummins to repair 600,000 Ram trucks in $2 billion emissions cheating scandal

Engine maker Cummins to repair 600,000 Ram trucks in $2 billion emissions cheating scandal

DETROIT (AP) — Engine maker Cummins Inc.
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California governor wants reserves and cuts to fix nearly $38B deficit, mostly sparing schools

California governor wants reserves and cuts to fix nearly $38B deficit, mostly sparing schools

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced $291 billion state spending plan Wednesday with an estimated $37.9 billion deficit.
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Hydrogen energy back in the vehicle conversation at CES 2024

Hydrogen energy back in the vehicle conversation at CES 2024

LAS VEGAS (AP) — While electric vehicles are gaining the lion's share of the attention for carbon-neutral technology at CES 2024 , hydrogen energy has snuck its way back into the conversation thanks to two automotive giants.
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For 2024, some simple lifestyle changes can improve your little piece of the planet

For 2024, some simple lifestyle changes can improve your little piece of the planet

NEW YORK (AP) — The fight against climate change requires the mass cooperation of industries, companies, governments and communities , but individuals have a role to play, too. Little things make a difference, and feel good too.
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Edmunds compares the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV and 2024 Tesla Model Y

Edmunds compares the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV and 2024 Tesla Model Y

The new 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV is one of the most intriguing electric vehicle debuts this year. It’s about the same size as Chevy’s midsize gas-powered Blazer SUV but otherwise has nothing mechanical in common.
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CES 2024 updates: Car companies unveil new tech and Robert Downey Jr. targets scammers

CES 2024 updates: Car companies unveil new tech and Robert Downey Jr. targets scammers

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Welcome to opening day of CES 2024. This multi-day trade event put on by the Consumer Technology Association is expected to bring some 130,000 attendees and more than 4,000 exhibitors to Las Vegas.
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California faculty at largest US university system could strike after school officials halt talks

California faculty at largest US university system could strike after school officials halt talks

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Faculty at California State University, the largest public university system in the U.S.
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New rule tightens worker classification standards; Uber, Lyft say their drivers won't be affected

New rule tightens worker classification standards; Uber, Lyft say their drivers won't be affected

NEW YORK (AP) — The Biden administration enacted a new labor rule Tuesday that aims to prevent the misclassification of workers as “independent contractors,” a step that could bolster both legal protections and compensation for millions in the U.S.
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