Review: 2024 Ford Ranger is new, improved, and comes as a Raptor

Ford redesigned the Ranger pickup truck for the 2024 model year, pushing it into its fifth generation. I drove both the XLT and the Raptor, comprising two of the four models of Ranger available now.

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Brainy choker speaks nonverbal wearers’ unspoken words

There could soon be a powerful new aid for people who are unable to speak. British scientists have developed a choker that detects its wearer's silently mouthed words, and converts them into audible synthetic speech.

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Triple-laser 4K projector sits on pan/tilt base for flexible setup

Earlier this year, smart projector maker JMGO launched the N1S series with a 1080p entertainment hub and a flagship 4K model. Now the company has added two more variants to the tri-laser range that boast "high brightness, contrast and color accuracy."

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Insta-shifting ebike seamlessly adjusts gearing and power as you pedal

Ebike maker Vvolt has unveiled what's claimed to be the first model in North America to sport mechanical automatic 3-speed internal rear hub transmission. The mid-drive Class 3 ride also features UL-certified batteries and carbon belt drive.

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Iconic Westfalia camper van streamlined into fast-pitching all-roader

Westfalia updated one of van life's icons at this year's Düsseldorf Caravan Salon. The simpler, more streamlined James Cook camper van does away with the added bulk of an expansion module, going for faster four-sleeper setup, on or off road.

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Bike headlight goes wide for better, less obnoxious visibility

Some bike headlights are designed to get you seen by motorists, while others are made to help you see the road. The Light Rail is claimed to excel at both, with a unique rectangular design that emphasizes light spread and movement over intensity.

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Camping fan sucks, dusts, inflates, and cools with 150,000 RPMs

Thanks to its raging success on Kickstarter, the Zera Max handheld fan could soon be a staple in many a camper's gear box. It produces a mighty flow of wind from a compact form factor, making it a tool with tons of uses in the woods and at home.

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Watch: Full-size driveable Lego McLaren P1 hits 40 mph

What's the most amount of time you've ever spent putting together a Lego model? A team of 23 lunatics from the Lego group and McLaren Automotive spent over 8,000 hours putting together a full-size working P1 replica that clocked 40 mph on a racetrack.

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21% of older Americans used cannabis in the past year

A poll of Americans aged 50 and over on their use of cannabis has provided some interesting insights into how often they use the drug, how and why they use it, and the behaviors they engage in while under the influence.

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Choking under pressure: Brain neurons misfire when the stakes are highest

Whether we've watched athletes do it or experienced it ourselves, 'choking' in a high-stakes moment comes down to more than composure. For the first time, scientists have uncovered a set of neurons that fail to do their job when the payoff is greatest.

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