John Lawrence
Coverage of John Lawrence in the Nexus archive.
- Drones, AI and white paint: Europe races to protect infrastructure from heat
Europe is using drones, AI, and white paint to protect infrastructure from extreme heat, as railways, roads, and power grids face strain. Norway’s Oslo airport waters runways to prevent damage, while aging infrastructure struggles with record temperatures. A 2025 report warns severe weather could reduce euro zone GDP by 4.7% by 2030.
- Pa. bill aims to create a level playing field for direct-to-consumer EV sales
A Pennsylvania bill aims to allow electric vehicle manufacturers like Rivian to sell directly to consumers without dealerships, a model currently permitted only for Tesla. The legislation, passed by the House Commerce Committee, seeks to modernize laws that have restricted direct sales to Tesla since 2014. Support from EV manufacturers and opposition from some lawmakers highlight the debate over dealership safeguards and business models.