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A 94-year-old William Shatner was photographed eating a bowl of cereal while driving, a moment that quickly went viral after TMZ coverage; social media users joked about his age and appearance, with captions even speculating the cereal (likely Raisin Bran).
Listening to music while driving can influence driving performance, with effects varying based on experience, volume, and music type. While familiar and calming music may help maintain alertness, loud or aggressive music can increase risks, especially for inexperienced drivers, by causing distraction and reducing reaction times.
Chris Rea, a renowned rock and blues singer known for his distinctive voice and love of cars, has died at age 74. His career was inspired by his passion for driving, which influenced many of his hit songs like 'Road to Hell' and 'Driving Home for Christmas.' Rea overcame health challenges, including pancreatic cancer, and was also a car enthusiast who owned vintage vehicles. His music and life were deeply intertwined with themes of travel and life's journeys.
The article highlights five essential Apple CarPlay widgets introduced with iOS 26 that enhance the driving experience by providing useful information like calendars, weather, smart home controls, world clocks, and song lyrics, all accessible from the vehicle's infotainment screen.
A test comparing Waze and Google Maps during a weekend trip found that while both apps effectively navigated the route, Google Maps offered more comprehensive features and a less cluttered interface, leading to a preference for it over Waze, which provides more personality and real-time alerts but can be more distracting.
With a record 72.2 million Americans expected to travel for the Fourth of July, travelers are advised to plan ahead by checking routes, packing emergency kits, arriving early at airports, and booking hotels in advance to ensure a smooth holiday weekend.
Google Maps has integrated Waze's community-submitted alert features, providing real-time updates on road incidents, which can be helpful for drivers. However, these alerts can also be distracting, especially when they require interaction through a car's touchscreen, which can take the driver's attention away from the road. The issue highlights the broader challenge of balancing technology's benefits with safety concerns in vehicles.
Researchers at the University of Richmond have taught rats to drive tiny cars, discovering that the rodents not only learn the skill but also enjoy it, showing excitement by revving the engine. The study, led by neuroscientist Dr. Kelly Lambert, explores how positive experiences and anticipation can impact brain chemistry, suggesting that rats in enriched environments learn faster and exhibit more optimistic cognitive styles. This research highlights the potential of 'behaviorceuticals'—experiences that alter brain chemistry similarly to pharmaceuticals.
Oakland, California, has been ranked the worst city for driving in the U.S. for the second consecutive year, according to WalletHub. The city faces high rates of car crashes and thefts, with 23 fatal crashes reported this year and a 45% increase in car thefts. Factors contributing to its poor ranking include high costs of ownership, poor traffic infrastructure, and safety issues. Racial and geographic disparities in crash rates are also significant, with Black residents more likely to be involved in fatal accidents. In contrast, Raleigh, North Carolina, was named the best city for drivers.
A Michigan judge was shocked when Corey Harris, charged with driving with a suspended license, joined his court hearing via Zoom while driving. The judge revoked Harris' bond and ordered him to turn himself in to a local jail. Harris has a pretrial hearing scheduled for June 5.
A Michigan man attended a virtual court hearing about his suspended driver's license while driving, shocking the judge and leading to his immediate order to turn himself into the county jail.
A Michigan man, Corey Harris, was caught driving a car while attending a Zoom court hearing for a suspended license, leading the judge to revoke his bond and order him to turn himself in to jail.
A Michigan man, Corey Harris, shocked a judge by attending a virtual court hearing for driving with a suspended license while actively driving. The judge ordered Harris to turn himself in, revoking his bond and setting a deadline for his surrender. Harris was released two days later and is scheduled to appear in court again on June 5.
A man with a suspended license appeared in a Michigan court via Zoom while driving, prompting the judge to revoke his bond and order him to surrender by 6 p.m.
In Michigan, a defendant named Corey Harris, charged with driving on a suspended license, surprised a judge by joining his remote court hearing while driving a car. The judge expressed confusion over Harris's decision to participate in the hearing from a moving vehicle.