UM studying how well people with autism can detect hazards while driving

The multi-phase study funded by Ford found that those with autism detected fewer hazards while driving - something that could be improved with extra practice.

Steak prices decline on waning demand

The cost of steak is on the decline while ground beef prices remain elevated as consumers adjust their protein preferences to escape soaring inflation.

Ford will cut 3,000 white-collar jobs to lower costs

Ford Motor Co. is cutting about 3,000 white-collar jobs as it attempts to lower costs and make the transition from internal combustion to electric vehicles.

Chicken wing prices drop to pre-pandemic levels — just in time for football season

The price of chicken wings has dropped to its lowest level in years ahead of the start of football season, although the average lower cost may not last through the fall.

McDonald’s to add Chicken Big Mac to the menu

The Chicken Big Mac was introduced in the United Kingdom to rave reviews, according to the company.

Giant Slide at Belle Isle Park closed due to speed concerns

"Hello Giant Slide participants. We are currently closed. We are going to be making some adjustments to the speed that we have seen users coming down today," the statement said.

Chipotle releases lemonade-scented candle in a nod to customers who steal the drink

Chipotle knows its free water cups are lemonade-filled. The chain joked with customers and released a lemonade-scented candle before National Lemonade Day.

Wordle now has a new recommended starting word

What's the best starting word for Wordle? The New York Times' robot Wordlebot has some new suggestions.

The end of gas-powered muscle cars? What the end of the Dodge Charger and Challenger means

It may send ripples through the Metro Detroit car market for many reasons, but the end of manufacturing of the iconic muscle cars is another sign of the electronic vehicle market emerging.

Human brain not meant to stay awake past midnight, researchers say

Changes in the brain during the nighttime hours can make a person more likely to view the world negatively, engage in harmful behavior, and make impulsive decisions, according to the researchers.

Which EVs qualify for new US tax credit? Websites offer help

President Joe Biden signed Democrats’ landmark climate change and health care bill into law on Tuesday. It includes a tax credit of up to $7,500 that could be used to defray the cost of purchasing an electric vehicle.

Make Chick-fil-A menu items at home with these copycat recipes from TikTok

Check out these copycat recipes for some of Chick-fil-A’s popular menu items that you can make at home, from the chain’s fried sandwiches to its Frosted Lemonade.

Dodge announces ‘Last Call’ for V8-powered Challenger and Charger muscle cars

The Charger sedan has been in production since 2005, while the Challenger coupe joined it in 2008. Over three billion horsepower-worth of cars have been built since.