In the round-up: Max Verstappen called attention to championship rival Lewis Hamilton’s fine for a safety rules breach after the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, pointing out it was less than he received for a parc ferme violation. In brief Verstappen comments on Hamilton fine Advert | Become a Supporter & go ad-free Hamilton was fined €5,000 – with a further €20,000 fine suspended until the end of the 2022 F1 season – for disconnecting his seatbelts after his victory in Brazil before stopping in the pits. The previous day Verstappen was fined 10 times as much after video footage showed him inspecting and touching the rear wing on Hamilton’s car in parc ferme. The rear wing subsequently failed a technical inspection, though the stewards ruled that was not a consequence of Verstappen touching it. “It’s not allowed to touch the rear wing any more, that’s for sure, otherwise you have a very expensive fine,” Verstappen observed in an interview for DAZN . “But …
Report outlines rising costs, benefits of college degree
5 SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Cory Britton doesn’t need a public policy institute report to fully appreciate the costs and benefits of a college education. He knows what it’s like to try to make ends meet with dead-end jobs and the anxiety of not having health insurance. Britton also knows what it’s like to graduate from college with high honors with a bachelor’s degree in computer science, a credential that is in high demand in the workforce, the Deseret News reports. Is a college degree worth the time, and the cost? Here’s a glimpse at Britton’s lived experience. “Post-graduation only seven months and we’re experiencing those benefits. We were able to purchase a home that we love. My wife can work part time and spend more time with our kids. Even with some uncertainty with my current employer, not once have we been concerned about unemployment,” said Britton, who was in his early 40s when he graduated from Weber State University in the …
He spent almost 50 years alone at 10,000 feet. His hobby helped shape climate research in the Rockies.
6 GOTHIC, Colo. - As world leaders gathered across the globe this month to discuss a climate crisis that is rapidly heating the Earth, Billy Barr, 71, paused outside his mountainside cabin to measure snow. His tools were simple, the same he'd used since the 1970s. A wooden ruler plunged into white flakes accumulating on his snow board - an old freezer door affixed to legs of plastic piping and wood - showed two inches. A section of snow that he slid into a metal bucket and hung from a scale a few paces away told him it was about 10 percent water, which did not surprise him. For years, that number hovered around 6 percent, but snow here has gotten wetter. "One year could easily be a fluke. I mean, weather is weather, it changes all the time. But all of a sudden, we've had five years in a row," said Barr, dingy face mask dangling over his white beard. "So that's starting to get significant." These measurements would be a few more …
Youngkin tests activists’ patience as he pushes abortion and guns aside
RICHMOND, Va. - Gov.-elect Glenn Youngkin says he would "entertain" certain antiabortion legislation next year, but it is not part of his "day one" agenda. Gun rights appear to be on the back burner, too. The Republican who launched his bid for Virginia's highest office promising to "protect life before birth and after birth" and to roll back a slew of gun-control laws is focused on other matters as he prepares to assume the governorship on Jan. 15. Youngkin was vocal about abortion and guns early in his campaign, when he was seeking the Republican nomination, then downplayed those polarizing issues after he'd won the nod and begun courting moderate suburbanites. But some conservative activists hoped - if not expected - that he would put those causes front and center again once elected. Youngkin himself indicated that was the plan over the summer, when he was caught on video saying he couldn't speak publicly about abortion ahead of the election for fear of alienating …
Nissan GT-R R32 With 1,000 Horsepower Hits 193 MPH On The Autobahn
Welcome to the most exciting Nissan R32 GT-R in all of Europe. This insane 1,000 horsepower R32 was built by the team at Plug Parts UK who specializes in aftermarket parts for JDM cars. To showcase their capabilities the Plug Parts team uses this ridiculous GT-R as a shop car and promotional vehicle to give customers inspiration and just have fun driving. To show exactly what their 1,000 horsepower R32 could do, the Plug Parts team met up with YouTuber AutoTopNL for a run down the de-restricted Autobahn in Germany. The R32 Nissan GT-R is one of the most important vehicles ever built. This plucky sports car elevated the world of JDM performance cars and took the fight to the established competition in Europe. Nissan used advanced technologies to make the Nissan GT-R a dominant force in both motorsports and in real-world comparison testing. More Nissan News: ⠀ Chip Foose Redesigns Retrotastic Nissan Z With Even More Retro ⠀ 2022 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum …
2022 Kia Niro Walkaround Video Shows Bold New Design In The Metal
Apart from the next-generation Ford Ranger's global reveal , the Kia Niro's launch is one of the biggest launches this week. The crossover went for a heavy revamp for its new generation, reflecting what Kia has been employing with its vehicle designs as of late. The photos already put emphasis on the Niro's bold styling. But if you're looking for a better look at the model, YouTuber Asian Petrolhead gives us a walkaround tour of the second-generation Kia Niro during its launch at the 2021 Seoul Auto. Gallery: 2023 Kia Niro 38 Photos Whether you're looking at the EV version or the hybrid Niro, the design is something that can be described as radical. It took a lot of cues from the Kia HabaNiro Concept from 2019, mostly seen at the front fascia and the funky body panel in between the C and D pillars. The Y-spoke rims from the concept are also seen on the Niro …
This Alpina Documentary Is A Must Watch For Any Car Enthusiast
Much has been said about Alpina over the years. After all, it is one of Germany's top tuning houses, especially when it comes to BMW vehicles. Alpina may not be the official performance division of BMW, but the two companies have worked closely together for over half a century. Recently, Youtube channel Welt Documentary published a documentary on the esteemed tuner/automaker. From its humble beginnings in the early '60s, to the inner workings of the company today, it's safe to say you'll have a greater appreciation for the brand. It's also a treat for those who are into classic BMW and Alpina models. Alpina was established in 1965 in Kaufbeuren, a small town not too far from BMW's headquarters in Munich. Its founder, Burkard Bovensiepen started working on BMW's even before that. In the early '60s, he developed a carburettor for the 1500, and it was so well received that even key personel were impressed. One of those was Paul Hanhemann, the director of auto sales for BMW at the …
Bugatti Explains The Science Behind Hitting 304 MPH With Chiron Super Sport 300+
It wasn’t easy to build a Bugatti Chiron capable of 304 mph. Sure the base Chiron is one of the most capable cars on the planet, but Bugatti still had to reengineer many parts of the normal car to achieve this record-setting top speed. To explain exactly how much work it took to take the normal Chiron design and build the unique Chiron Super Sport 300+ Bugatti created a list of every single component that is new or changed. The sheer volume of changes required shows the extreme lengths hypercar manufactures need to go to achieve new top speed records. The leap from normal Chiron to Chiron Super Sport 300+ is almost as big as the gap from Veyron to Chiron was in 2016. Bugatti spent a great deal of time refining the aero of the Chiron Super Sport 300+, “Only perfect incoming airflow at the front of the car will keep harmful turbulence at bay and ensure that the airflow around the car stays clean,” says Frank Heyl, Deputy Design Director at Bugatti. With the front aero changed …
More Wolves Reduce Deer Collisions With Cars, But Not Why You Think
Unfortunate collisions between deer and motor vehicles are a real problem that’s both dangerous and costly. To find a natural solution to this expensive infrastructure problem, the team at Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of The United States of America (PNAS) has turned to study wolves. In their research, PNAS has discovered a unique trend that shows a drop in deer-vehicle collisions (DVC) directly related to the population of wolves. This study focused on the state of Wisconsin, however, the date could have far-reaching implications around the world. The study from PNAS is very clear, “Wolf entry reduced DVCs by 24%, yielding an economic benefit that is 63 times greater than the costs of verified wolf predation on livestock.” This massive benefit to the economy can also save the lives of drivers. The study explains that “About 1 million DVCs occur every year in the United States , causing 29,000 human injuries, 200 human fatalities, and nearly $10 billion in …