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Startup Converts Teslas into Minibuses, Pickups, and More

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The Hoffman Badger is not your typical Tesla. A Wisconsin startup is transforming old or damaged Tesla EVs into various vehicles, from 11-seat minibuses to pickups. The Hoffman Badger, a minibus, debuted at the SEMA show in Las Vegas, showcasing its ability to use Tesla’s Superchargers and Full-Self Driving system. This slightly unconventional vehicle drove itself to the event from its Wisconsin base, utilizing Superchargers along the way, just like…

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Rivian's Normal, Illinois factory adds a bay of 3D printers to enhance production efficiency. Rivian has invested over $5 million in 3D printing technology, using it to speed up development and production. The company is now scaling up its use of additive manufacturing, adding a bay of machines at its factory in Normal, Illinois. This expansion follows the successful implementation of 3D printers at its Detroit facility, where the technology…

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Audi F1 Team Prioritizes Fan Engagement Over Race Wins

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Audi F1 team enters Formula 1 in 2026 with a unique strategy prioritizing fan engagement. The old motorsport saying, "Win on Sunday, sell on Monday", is getting a modern twist. Once, race cars and road cars shared designs, making it easy to link track victories to showroom sales. Today, that connection is less clear. In Formula 1, the gap between race cars and road models is vast. Teams like Red…

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Palantir releases nine-point AI sovereignty manifesto

Palantir's AI sovereignty manifesto presents nine points urging enterprises to keep data...

mira • Jul 2, 2026 • Gear Reviews

Palantir releases nine-point AI sovereignty manifesto

P alantir releases nine-point AI sovereignty manifesto Palantir released a nine‑point statement on Tuesday that frames “AI sovereignty” as a strategic priority for enterprises, warning against external data handling and excessive token spending. Data control is becoming a strategic...

imperative. Related: Audit and Assurance Services: Catch Costly Risks Before They Catch You Why Palantir says AI sovereignty matters The company argues that an organization’s control over its artificial‑intelligence assets determines its future options. It claims that ceding that control...