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Dutch Forensic Investigators Decrypt Tesla Driving Data, Revealing Treasure Trove Of Info

The Netherlands Forensic Institute (NFI) says that it has discovered how to access all the information held on Tesla’s data storage systems. Although Tesla has shared crash data with investigators in the past, according to the NFI, Tesla “only supplies a specific subset of signals, only the ones requested, for a specific timeframe.” The institute has already used the information in investigating an accident involving a Tesla.

2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Embraces Luxury And Tech, Gains New AT4X And Denali Ultimate Trims

The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 will take the fight to a new generation of luxury pickups. It features an improved interior laden with tech, while there are two new trims: the Denali Ultimate and AT4X. SLE and above trims get an all-new upscale interior, with large screens, built-in apps, and voice control. The Denali Ultimate claims to be the “most advanced and most luxurious pickup in its class,” while the new AT4X blends comfort with off-road capability.

Ford Puts The 2023 Ranger Through Rigorous Off-Road Testing Ahead Of Official Debut

Ford has teased the next-generation Ranger with a video showcasing the new mid-sized truck undergoing a series of grueling tests. It shows various aspects of the 2023 Ranger’s development, including hill climbing, and descent, to water fording and drifting on loose surfaces.

French Gendarmerie National Police Force Orders 26 Alpine A110 Sports Cars

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France’s National Gendarmerie police service has put in an order for 26 Alpine A110 Pures as part of their “rejuvenation and modernization” of the fleet. The A110s will replace the Renault Megane RSs used by the force since 2011. However, back in the ’60s, the French cops used the original A110, making the new additions a fitting return to the brand.

2022 Hyundai Creta Shows A Tucson Face In Official Sketches

Hyundai appears to be readying a facelift for the Creta, with the carmaker’s Indonesian Twitter account posting three official sketches of the 2022 Creta with an updated, Tucson-esque face. At the back, the sketches feature updated LED taillights, while inside the Creta will benefit from a digital instrument cluster and a larger infotainment touchscreen on the center console.

Scores Of Waymo’s Self-Driving Cars Are Flocking To One San Francisco Street For No Apparent Reason

The self-driving tech arm of Alphabet, Waymo, has been testing their robotic ride-hailing cars on San Francisco streets for some time now. However, of late, their vehicles appear to have been drawn to a quiet cul-de-sac, where cars have been seen queuing up to make three-point turns before continuing on their way.

Great Scott! Porsche Generates 1.21 Gigawatts Of Charging Power, Enough To Go Back To The Future

Between Porsche’s European and American charging networks, the Taycan now has access to more than 1.21 gigawatts of combined power. And if you’re a retro-movie buff, you’ll know precisely why that figure is significant! The number is a reference to a scene in “Back to the Future,” in which the character Dr. Emmett Brown explains the amount of energy required to power his time machine — Something the Marketing team at Porshe jumped on with this delightful video!

What Else Is Making The News

Accessory Maker Dbrand Defiant Of Sony Relaunches PS5 Darkplates

Dbrand, known for its phone skins and other accessories, had previously released their “Darkplates” for the PS5 but was forced to stop selling the replacement panels after a cease-and-desist letter from Sony. Now the company has released a new version and says that not only will the tech giant not be able to have a legal claim, but they also increase cooling and will make your PS5 look “considerably less ugly.”

President Trump To Launch New Social Media Network

Former U.S President, Donald Trump, is launching a new social media platform known as “The Truth Social.” However, Gizmodo reports that the site uses code directly related to Mastodon, the open-source alternative social network known for its focus on user privacy and autonomy.