Of Flying Cars and the Declining Rate of Profit, by David Graeber
"Where, in short, are the flying cars? Where are the force fields, tractor beams, teleportation pods, antigravity sleds, tricorders, immortality drugs, colonies on Mars, and all the other technological wonders any child growing up in the mid-to-late twentieth century assumed would exist by now? Even those inventions that seemed ready to emerge — like cloning or cryogenics — ended up betraying their lofty promises. What happened to them?" Read more.
In the meantime...
Yes, we don't have flying cars yet, not Jetsons-style, at any rate. But while we're waiting, take a look at some of the recent advances in practical automotive technoology, and some ideas of where things are headed next.
Tesla Model S in 2022
Elon Musk: Model S not a car but a 'sophisticated computer on wheels'
"We really designed the Model S to be a very sophisticated computer on wheels," Musk said Thursday, while announcing software updates for his Model S. "Tesla is a software company as much as it is a hardware company. A huge part of what Tesla is, is a Silicon Valley software company. We view this the same as updating your phone or your laptop." Read more.
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Ford Maverick: a hybrid pickup
Affordable hybrid small truck
"Flexible, fun and affordable — the Maverick pickup is breaking all the stereotypes. With endless customization opportunities, a roomy interior and the technology you need, the Maverick truck is made for people who never knew they needed a truck." Read more.
Concept car eye candy
Some cool concept cars to inspire your imagination.
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