Skip to main content

Latest by Bruce Brown

Ariel Rider Grizzly with a river in the background.

With 2 motors and 2 batteries, the Ariel Grizzly e-bike doubles down on speed

The Ariel Rider Grizzly X-Class 52V moped-style e-bike offers long, fast rides thanks to its dual batteries, front and rear wheel motors, and full suspension.
ENGWE EP-2 Pro e-bike right side shot next to an unmowed field.

Engwe EP-2 Pro folding mountain e-bike review: go anywhere, stow anywhere

I thought fat tires were for beach cruising only, but I was wrong, You can ride the Engwe Ep2-Pro fat tire folding e-bike on almost any road, trail, or surface.
RadRover Step-Thru, white, with accessories

Rad Power Bikes RadRover Step-Thru review: Carry all the things

The RadRover Step-Thru lives up to the RadRover's reputation as a solidly constructed all-purpose electric bike. It never faltered, shook, or disappointed.
Cannondale Cujo NEO 130 4 Electric Mountain Bike - 2019

REI’s Winter Clearance Sale slashes prices on mountain and electric bikes

REI's winter clearance sales are epic, with deals on many types of gear discounted to 50%. For 2020, the REI's slashed prices on electric bikes and mountain bikes.
Juiced Bikes Scorpion

2020 Juiced Bikes Scorpion review: The Cadillac of e-mopeds

Add mirrors and panniers and the versatile, smooth-riding Juiced Bikes Scorpion is ready to be your primary around-town transportation.
Super73-S Adventure parked by railroad tracks.

Go fast. Go anywhere. The Super73-S Adventure Series e-bike is built for fun

If your ideal e-bike must be adept on and off road, the Super73-S Adventure Series review finds it will keep you smiling riding on streets, trails, and beaches.
Rad Power Bikes RadRunner 3 Plus parked in front of an animal barn in a park.

Slow and steady wins the race for Rad Power’s do-it-all RadRunner 3 Plus

Rad Power Bikes' RadRunner 3 Plus balances comfort, safety, and versatility better than any other utility e-bike, with no pretenses of passing for a motorcycle.
Trifo Lucy Robot Vacuum Cleaner tidying up floor with rug.

Save 40% on this pet hair-friendly robot vacuum today

Trifo's Pet Edition Lucy Robot Vacuum is an intriguing option. The security camera, 2-way audio, and mopping features are added bonuses.
apple watch series 5 deal best buy memorial day sale review hero 768x479 c

Prime Day Apple Watch Price Predictions 2020: Series 3 and Series 5

Can't decide whether to take advantage of one of the many Apple Watch deals available now or wait and see what Amazon has in store for Prime Day? We can help.
compact swytch kit converts any bike to an e for sustainable transport 6

Compact Swytch Kit converts any bike to an e-bike for sustainable transport

Swytch switched. Following up on its successful 2017 crowd-funded e-bike conversion kit launch, London-based Swytch Technology introduced a new model that is 50% lighter and 70% smaller than the original. CTO Dmitro Khroma says the team has created the "smallest and lightest e-Bike system that is possible."
the history of black friday biggest shopping day year high angle view sale on laptop

The history of Black Friday, the biggest shopping day of the year

The history of Black Friday began 150 years ago with panic on the gold market.
daniel holzman

Make the perfect meatball with celebrity chef Daniel Holzman on Yummly Pro app

Whirlpool and Yummly announced Yummly Pro for people who want to improve their cooking skills. Yummly Pro is an app-driven platform with personalized recipe selections and step-by-step video cooking instructions from celebrity chefs. Users will find shopping lists with on-demand ordering, timers, and more in the app.
Suvie

Suvie smart cooler and cooker is on display at CES 2019, ready for pre-orders

It was almost one year ago when we had our first look at Suvie, the cooling and cooking countertop robot. This week, Suvie's creators had the clever cooker on display at CES 2019. Ready for pre-orders, with shipping expected in June, the Suvie appliance cooks meals that are home-delivered pre-chopped and seasoned.
google assistant announcements at ces 2019 img 20190108 074633 1

With new integrations, Google Assistant makes big push for dominance at CES 2019

This was a huge year for Google Assistant at CES 2019. Google and partners announced scads of Google Assistant-compatible products and services for the home, the car, and travel. Google is going all out to support device makers and software developers to create new products that work with Google Assistant.
Breadbot

Breadbot is an autonomous bakery in a box, coming to a grocery near you

Wilkinson Baking Company is set to unveil the Breadbot at CES 2019. The robotic bread-maker creates up to 10 loaves of bread per hour from scratch and is destined for groceries and specialty shops. The Breadbot isn't just about artisanal bread, however, the transparent machine promises theater.
vw fastest electric race car petersen museum id r 2

World’s fastest electric race car to display at Petersen Museum

The Volkswagen I.D. R Pikes Peak race car smashed the all-time record at the hill climb for which it was named. The all-electric VW record-holder will be on display at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles until February 1, 2019. Future Volkswagen electric vehicles will use the same platform as the race car.
Harley-Davidson LiveWire live

Harley-Davidson drops LiveWire electric motorcycle’s range, speed, charging time

Harley-Davidson traveled to the Geneva International Motor Show to release additional specifications forthe LiveWire, its first electric model. The LiveWire has an urban range up to 140 miles and takes 3.0 seconds to reach 60 mph. Pricing will start at about $30,000 before incentives when it goes on sale in fall 2019.
mercedes benz digital light maybach s class

Mercedes-Benz Digital Light LED headlights display messages on the road

Mercedes-Benz introduced a new Digital Light feature with HD headlights, each with one million micromirrors controlled by onboard computers. Available during the 2018 model year in small quantities on the Mercedes-Maybach S 560 4Matic sedan, the headlights display graphic warnings and project messages on the road.
ford workers exoskeleton vests exoskeleton1  2

Robotic exoskeletons help Ford employees build cars worldwide

Ford Motor Company announced the worldwide rollout of wearable exoskeleton vests to assist assembly line workers, after first testing in two Michigan plants. Esko Bionics developed the EskoVest for Ford. By reducing the physical toll on the bodies of workers, the robotic vests lessen fatigue, injury, and discomfort.
gogo speedy in flight wifi test 7

The best in-flight internet access prices

Plan ahead for in-flight Wi-Fi internet access to save money on 1-hour or day passes and monthly subscriptions. If you wait till you board your flight to buy a Wi-Fi pass you'll pay much more than the same purchase while you were waiting at the gate. Pre-purchased access is good for one device and one airline.
Tesla Roadster

New Tesla Roadster ‘SpaceX package’ will have 10 rocket thrusters, Musk says

Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced on Twitter a SpaceX option package for the upcoming second-generation Tesla Roadster. The SpaceX package will include 10 rocket thrusters arranged around the car to help with acceleration, braking, and handling. Musk's followers took the announcement in stride, many assuming it's a joke.
land rover what3words jaguar isle of mull

Land Rover makes Scottish island less remote with potentially lifesaving project

Land Rover drivers and volunteers delivered unique three-word address plaques to 2,000 remote locations on Scotland's Isle of Mull. Residents can provide their three-word locations when they need an emergency medical response. The delivery event marks Land Rover's 70th year of humanitarian volunteerism.
karlmann king 03 exterior

$4 million will buy you the world’s most expensive SUV — if you can find one

The Karlmann King is designed in China and assembled in Europe on an American truck chassis. Very few who can afford it will want the rolling $3.8 million hulk -- a good thing, because the company intends to build only nine of them. If you don't need to go fast or far, this ride will attract all the attention you want.
Ford Mustang Bullitt

With lives at stake, Colorado Troopers call off chase with 150 mph Mustang

Choosing safety rather than hot pursuit at all costs, Colorado state troopers called off a chase when an older-model dark-colored Mustang hit 150mph.
2018 polaris rzr xp turbo s location 03

Polaris eyes desert dominance with the 2018 Polaris RZR XP Turbo S

Billed by Polaris as "the nastiest RZR ever," the XP Turbo S can take you places you didn't think you could go off-road, at speeds you didn't think you could handle. Unless you're a professional desert racer, you will not outdrive the RZR XP Turbo S, which does the shifting for you.
Tesla Model X

Elon Musk calls Swiss police ‘smart’ for adopting Tesla Model X SUVs

Despite local opposition, Swiss Police choose Tesla Model X SUVs even though the purchase price is much higher than current diesel cruisers.
Harley’s LiveWire electric motorcycle concept

Harley-Davidson electric motorcycle coming in 18 months, maybe sooner

In its 2017 financial report, Harley-Davidson announced increased investment in electric motorcycle technology and the scheduled launch calendar for its first production electric bike. Harley pushed its electric model launch to within 18 months, which means the 2020 model year.
2018 polaris slingshot review slr le 14554

2018 Polaris Slingshot first drive review

Our 2018 Polaris Slingshot First Drive Review finds big-time handling improvement compared to previous years - if you pay for it.
earthroamer xv lts 152 side passengerresized

Go anywhere in any weather with an EarthRoamer XV-LTS expedition vehicle

Colorado-based EarthRoamer builds custom off-road expedition vehicles that combine off-road, off-grid capability with luxury.
scrooser electric scooter minimalist design urban transport outdoor 11

The steel-clad Scrooser hides its horsepower for a ride that’s as clean as it looks

The deceptively minimalistic Scrooser looks like a manual push scooter until the electric impulse motor and battery pack kick in.
ge appliances drop smart oven recipes ces 2017  recipe ipad air

Don’t just follow your Drop recipe, use it to control your connected GE oven

Home cooks can now follow more than 500 recipes and control connected ovens thanks to a partnership between GE Appliances and Drop.
goldman sachs downgrades tesla stock model 3 delays feat

Tesla gathers some ‘really phenomenal people’ to make glass for the Model 3

When Tesla CEO Elon Musk introduced the Tesla solar roof, he confirmed the company now has a glass technology group for solar and vehicle applications.
Slice Planner

Paper or digital? The hybrid Slice Planner gives you the best of both worlds

Stop switching back and forth between paper and digital planners with the hybrid Slice Planner, designed for visual thinkers.
Toyota 4 Runner

Toyota brings the backseat driver to the dashboard with driver-assistance tech

Toyota's driver-assistance features included in the company's Safety Sense technology suite perform the same function as a helpful passenger.