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Vollebak carbon composite pants and a carbon composite bicycle.Carlton ReidIn Flann OBriens darkly comic novel The Third Policeman (1967), a character muses that people who spent most of their natural lives riding ... bicycles over the rocky roadsteads of this parish get their personalities mixed up with the personalities of their bicycle as a result of the interchanging of the atoms of each of them and you would be surprised at the number of people in these parts who are nearly half people and half bicycles.Experience similar vibes by wearing the latest stretch pants from the experimentalists at Vollebak clothing of London. That is if you have a bicycle with a carbon composite frame because Vollebaks snappily named Carbon Fibre + Dyneema Pants are part carbon composite. OK, just a tiny little bit but its still a neat trick: to ride a carbon bicycle with carbon trousers. (The pants are multi-use, but work great as bike trousers.)Woven vertically through the polyamide and elastane fabric are strands of black carbon fiber. Horizontally, there are white strands of Dyneema, an ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) 15 times stronger than steel. And thats why these stretch pants are checked. The Dyneema content is 5%, with the carbon fiber just 1%. Weighing 350 grams, the pants can stretch in any direction simultaneously, while withstanding rough handling.Vollebak makes hi-tech togs from advanced fabrics that also shed water, wick sweat, and even block fire. The firm claims to sell clothing that feels like youre buying from the future.TechwearVollebak is an adventure techwear brand thats crushingly expensive (the carbon fiber/Dyneema pants are $617 and the companys 100-Year Hoodie costs $570) but, being super tough, these garments should outlive the wearer, so, in theory, this is a bargain compared to fast fashion. Other products from the company are even pricier. The Apocalypse Jacket is a stonking $1,510. But then, its annihilation proof, boasts Vollebak. Its 40% polybenzimidazole, a material that can withstand temperatures of at least 2,370F (1,298C), the same temperature as black lava.We don't know of any other commercial pieces of clothing where the main material can survive re-entry into the Earths atmosphere, says Vollebak. The jacket is not only insanely fireproof, but also has ten times the tear strength of a fire-fighter uniform.Vollebak's part carbon composite pants are super stretchy.Carlton ReidSome of Vollebaks other products, such as the $625 Solar Charged Jacket, are deliberately bonkers. This jacket is so progressive (Brad Pitt owns one) that its a past winner of WIRED Sports Gear of the Year and Time Magazines Best Inventions.Theres also the Thermal Camouflage Jacket clad with wonder material graphene billed as a step towards a Harry-Potter-style invisibility cloak. Vaporware, of course, but its also an envelope-pushing provocation that might, one day, actually be made to work.Were working on clothing and innovation designed to help us survive the next centurywhether thats exploring the most remote corners of Earth or colonizing Mars, said Vollebak co-founder Steve Tidball. He founded the company in 2015 with his identical twin brother, Nick.They are adventure athletes, competitors in long-distance endurance events such as 78-mile marathons through the Namibian desert and week-long Amazonian ultra races. They are also creatives, working in advertising for 15 years, including four years as creative directors at the renowned TBWA agency in London, an international advertising agency with disruption at its core.Nick and Steve Tidball, co-founders of Vollebak.VollebakAs thrill-seeking, highly-paid advertising execs, the 46-year-olds spotted a gap in the market for the kind of progressive yet rugged clothing they craved for their adrenaline-fuelled adventures.While surviving heatstroke, broken bones, bullet ants, angry snakes, tarantulas, hallucinations, and falling asleep while running, we decided that setting up our own company wouldn't be so hard, said Steve Tidball.The glowing Solar Charged Jacket idea came while the pair were running the Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc in low visibility. The jacket has a membrane with a phosphorescent compound that lets it absorb and store light, then re-release it at night, like a fireflyno wiring or electronics is involved.The checked pattern on Vollebak's carbon pants are made from black carbon and white Dyneema.Carlton ReidThe two billion disruptively structured microscopic glass spheres on the Black Squid Jacket give it adaptive camouflage capabilities: it changes colors in different settings, just like the sea mollusk its named for.The companys Plant and Algae T-shirt is made from pulped eucalyptus and beech from sustainably managed forests and algae grown in bioreactorsit is compostable and sprang from the brothers competing in a six-day Amazonian ultramarathon and seeing their fellow competitors burning their filthy, post-race clothing. This T-shirt can be simply buried afterwards insteadit fully biodegrades within three months.Vollebaks $3,100 Shielding Suit blocks electromagnetic radiation, shields from infrared cameras, Ku-band satellites, and radar systems, and comes with pockets that work like Faraday cages.Vollebak's new Shielding Suit.VollebakOn one hand, you can pop your phone into your pocket to go off-grid for a bit, and on the other, have a safe place to place your car keys to prevent cloning, says Vollebak. The suit might be pricey and look exotic but it sold out before Christmas after a soft launch.HardcoreInnovative. Controversial. Out there. Vollebak is a Flemish term coined by hardcore cyclists that means smash yourselfgo as hard as you can, says Steve Tidball. It was chosen for its all-action inscrutability rather than any connection with Belgium.Ride a carbon bicycle? Ride Vollebak's carbon pants!Carlton ReidThe Tidball brothers freely admit to using their early adopter customers as lab rats. These hardcore users enjoy being R&D testers willing to spend handsomely on prototype garments that might need many versions before becoming fully practical. In that way, Vollebak is more like a technology start-up than a traditional clothing company.We see our gear tested in the extreme scenarios for which theyre designed and in some of the most remote parts of the world, Steve has said.Where can you buy Vollebak kit? From the companys website only. Steve Tidball said that there are no plans for any Vollebak high street shops because that would involve considerable expense, which would consume the companys R&D budget.

Recent Claims By DeepSeek Are Challenging The Dependence On Nvidia's Advanced GPU Chips.CFOTO/Future Publishing via Getty ImagesThe sudden rise of DeepSeek, a little-known AI lab from China, has sparked a wave of concern across Silicon Valley and Wall Street. Coming on the heels of the U.S. announcement of a half-trillion-dollar investment in the Stargate projectan ambitious AI supercomputing initiativequestions are mounting. Could DeepSeeks open-source AI model render these investments obsolete?With claims of outperforming some of the most advanced AI models globally, DeepSeek has captured attention for its ability to develop a competitive model at a fraction of the cost and computational resources typically required. This development threatens the technological dominance of U.S. companies and challenges the economic assumptions underpinning AI innovation.The fallout has been immediate. Nvidia, the darling of the AI chip industry, has seen its stock plummet by over 15% in a single day amid fears that DeepSeeks success could undermine demand for its high-end GPUs. If DeepSeeks claims of achieving breakthrough performance with less powerful hardware are accurate, it could pose a serious challenge to Nvidias dominance.However, skepticism abounds. Elon Musk, a vocal critic of OpenAI and no stranger to controversy, has poured cold water on DeepSeeks claims. He alleges the lab may be secretly using advanced AI chips they supposedly lack access to, casting doubt on the authenticity of their breakthroughs.Lets break down what we know so far.MORE FOR YOUWhat Is DeepSeek?DeepSeek, backed by the Chinese hedge fund High-Flyer, has captured global attention with its claims of a groundbreaking large language model, DeepSeek R1. This model is said to excel in areas like mathematical reasoning, coding, and problem-solving, reportedly surpassing leading U.S. models such as OpenAIs GPT-4o, Metas Llama 3.1, and Anthropics Claude Sonnet 3.5.What sets DeepSeek apart is its claimed cost-effective approach. The company asserts that it developed DeepSeek R1 in just two months with under $6 million, utilizing reduced-capability Nvidia H800 GPUs rather than cutting-edge hardware like Nvidias flagship H100 chips. The H800, designed specifically for the Chinese market due to U.S. export restrictions, offers lower performance than the H100 but retains advanced features suitable for AI training tasks.However, skepticism has emerged, with some alleging that DeepSeek may be covertly using restricted high-end chips, such as the H100, which they are reportedly not supposed to have access to. If true, DeepSeeks ability to achieve competitive results with supposedly limited hardware raises significant questions about its optimization strategiesor the veracity of its claims.Nvidia, which has soared to a trillion-dollar valuation on the strength of AI demand, now faces a wave of investor concern. The possibility that models like DeepSeek could challenge the necessity of high-end chipsor bypass export restrictionshas contributed to the sharp drop in Nvidias stock. This decline reflects fears that Nvidias dominance in the AI chip market and the billions invested in related infrastructure could be undermined by emerging competitors exploiting more resource-efficient approaches or skirting restrictions.Why Does DeepSeek Matter?DeepSeeks emergence has far-reaching implications for the AI landscape, particularly due to its open-source nature and its potential to reshape how we think about AI development:Open-Source Disruption: DeepSeeks claim to be a powerful, open-source alternative to proprietary models has garnered attention worldwide. Open-source fosters collaboration, lowers barriers to entry, and democratizes access to advanced AI technology. The U.S. should embrace this approach, replicating models like DeepSeek and running them on the most powerful chips available. The results could be phenomenal, unlocking levels of performance that surpass anything weve seen so far. However, its critical to verify the claims surrounding DeepSeeks capabilitiesearly tests suggest it feels more like a first-generation OpenAI model, rather than the groundbreaking tool it purports to be.Economic Efficiency: DeepSeek claims to achieve exceptional results using reduced-capability Nvidia H800 GPUs, challenging the U.S. model of high-cost AI development. If these claims hold true, this would question the necessity of the massive investments in advanced AI infrastructure, such as the Stargate Project. However, there is skepticism that DeepSeek may have accessed restricted high-end hardware, such as Nvidias H100 chips, which would complicate its narrative of efficiency.Geopolitical Dynamics and National Security: DeepSeeks development in China raises concerns similar to those associated with TikTok and Huawei. Its decision to restrict subscriptions to users with Chinese phone numbers adds to fears of government influence and potential misuse for propaganda or intelligence gathering. Additionally, some reports suggest that Chinese open-source AI models, including DeepSeek, are prone to spouting questionable facts and generating vulnerable code libraries. While this underscores the need for scrutiny, it also highlights an opportunity for the U.S. to improve upon these models and align them with higher standards of reliability and security.A Threat To U.S. Tech Leadership?Chinas dominance in AI patents marks a significant shift in the global competitive landscape. This reflects not only aggressive investment in R&D but also a deliberate strategy to control the intellectual property shaping the future of AI. Such a lead extends beyond commercial applications, potentially tilting the balance of power in military and intelligence technologies.The rise of DeepSeek further complicates this dynamic, introducing both challenges and opportunities for the U.S. tech industry:Jeopardizing Nvidias Market Position: DeepSeeks claimed success with less advanced hardware could undermine Nvidias dominance. If other companies adopt similar resource-efficient approaches, demand for Nvidias high-end GPUs may decline. This risk is particularly acute given U.S. export restrictions on cutting-edge chips like Nvidias H100, which limit access for Chinese firms.Shaking Confidence in U.S. AI Investments: DeepSeek challenges the high-cost AI development model that underpins major U.S. investments in infrastructure and power projects, such as the Stargate initiative. If resource-efficient AI models render these projects less impactful, it could force a reevaluation of the assumptions driving billions of dollars in capital expenditures.Accelerating the Global AI Arms Race: DeepSeek underscores the urgency of the global AI competition. The U.S. must adapt by prioritizing innovative strategies that emphasize efficiency, security, and reliability. By embracing open-source models, improving their governance, and running them on the most powerful chips available, U.S. firms have the opportunity to leapfrog competitors.Moderation, Not Alarmism: Turning Challenges Into OpportunitiesDeepSeeks rise is an intriguing development, but it is far from a definitive game-changer. Its claims of performance and efficiency demand rigorous verification, as my own experience with the model suggests it feels more like OpenAIs first generation than the revolutionary tool it is purported to be. Moreover, DeepSeeks reliance on Nvidia GPUs underscores the critical role U.S. technology continues to play in advancing global AI innovation.From a national security perspective, the potential dangers of DeepSeek cannot be overstated. If TikTok is bad, imagine how much more dangerous a platform like DeepSeek could beopen-source, AI-powered, and developed in China. The risk of such tools being weaponized for propaganda, intelligence gathering, or cyber operations is significant, underscoring the urgency of a measured but proactive U.S. response.The computing arms race will not be won through alarmism or reactionary overhauls. Instead, it requires strategic adaptation and innovation. By replicating and enhancing open-source approaches like DeepSeek and running them on the most advanced chips available, the U.S. can set new benchmarks in AI performance. This strategy not only delivers superior results but also safeguards development under ethical and secure guidelines, mitigating risks from less reliable foreign models.The Future of AI: Challenges And OpportunitiesIf all its claims are true, DeepSeek represents a tectonic shift in the global AI landscape. Even if they are not, its emergence serves as a much-needed shock to the U.S. tech industrya wake-up call to reconsider its approach of over-investing without sufficient attention to risks, black swan events, or balanced, rigorous planning.To remain competitive, U.S. companies must evolve beyond proprietary, high-cost models and embrace innovative, efficient approaches like those DeepSeek claims to represent. Whether or not DeepSeek delivers on all its promises, it presents a pivotal moment for U.S. techa chance to reimagine its approach, foster innovation, and recalibrate for the future.

Forward-looking: The construction of new chipmaking facilities in the US and abroad is driving increased demand for semiconductor materials. Several materials suppliers, including Fujifilm Holdings, are ramping up production and investing in infrastructure and new plants to keep up with the demand from chipmakers like Intel and TSMC. Fujifilm Holdings has announced an ambitious plan to invest approximately 100 billion ($640.5 million US) by March 2027 to increase its global semiconductor materials production capacity. Nikkei reports that the company intends to expand its operations in key markets, including the United States, Japan, and South Korea, where major chipmakers are establishing new advanced fabrication facilities. However, Fujifilm has yet to confirm these plans officially.The company is constructing a new facility in Shizuoka, Japan, with an investment of 13 billion ($83.27 million). The investment also includes purchasing new equipment for a Pyeongtaek, South Korea facility that will become operational by this fall. Fujifilm also earmarked funds to increase production at a plant in Cheonan, South Korea, by 30 percent once mass production commences in spring 2027. The company is also exploring potential opportunities in India, where it may collaborate with local firms or establish a joint venture for chip material production. It might consider building facilities in India depending on client demand and market conditions after the 2027 fiscal year.The investment marks a substantial increase in the company's spending over the last three years, a response to the surging demand for semiconductor materials. New fabrication plants by leading companies such as Intel and TSMC in the US, Kioxia and Micron in Japan, and Samsung and SK Hynix in South Korea have driven this demand. As chipmakers invest tens of billions of dollars into new manufacturing facilities, their ecosystem partners, including Fujifilm, ramp up their investments to support the growth spurt.The company has identified semiconductor materials as a crucial growth area and aims to double its sales in this sector to reach 500 billion ($3.2 billion) by fiscal 2030. Fuji Keizai projects the global market for chipmaking materials to expand by 35 percent, reaching $58.3 billion by 2029 compared to 2023 levels.Tom's Hardware notes that Fujifilm ranks fifth globally in producing photosensitive semiconductor materials and supplies major chipmakers. It is one of only five manufacturers of ultra-pure extreme ultraviolet (EUV) photoresists, alongside JSR, DuPont, Tokyo Ohka Kogyo, and Shin-Etsu Chemical. The EUV lithography process operates at an extremely short wavelength of 13.5 nanometers, necessitating that photoresists meet rigorous standards for sensitivity, resolution, line-edge roughness, and compatibility with EUV photomask materials. // Related Stories

In a nutshell: Valve's Steam Deck is not the most compact handheld on the market, but it's not what most would consider unwieldy, either. Good luck arguing that point to Crastinator-pro, however, as the modder recently detailed steps taken to delete most everything from the Steam Deck that makes it a handheld. The result is the Steam Brick, a handheld that has been transformed into a home console out of necessity. According to the modder, the stock Steam Deck proved too chunky to fit in his backpack, took up a "huge" amount of carry-on space, and was a hassle to retrieve from the overhead compartment during air travel.He also only uses the handheld with AR glasses or connected to a TV, so the integrated screen was sort of a waste. Without the display and built-in controls, the system could be much more portable and that soon became the goal.Crastinator-pro outlined the modding process on GitHub, prefacing it with a simple statement: "I am not a smart man." Indeed, turning a standalone handheld into something that requires additional hardware to use might not seem logical to everyone, but the end result is impressive. Best yet, it doesn't appear overly complicated to replicate.The fast and dirty disassemble the Steam Deck, disconnect and remove the unneeded components from the motherboard (the display and controls), chop off part of a support bracket, and install the remaining bits into a custom 3D printed chassis.The modded Steam Deck routes video out through its USB port, and peripherals can be connected via an external dock. As for battery life, Crastinator-pro said play time using the AR glasses is comparable to using the unmodded system with the screen on. // Related StoriesCrastinator-pro leaned heavily on iFixit's repair guides and component replacement tutorials, so that would be a good place to start if you are interested in doing something similar. Looking ahead, the modder is considering adding a modular "hat" with a secondary battery and a USB hub for expanded runtime and improved peripheral connectivity.

Change Healthcare, a subsidiary of UnitedHealth, initially reported a data breach in October last year that was considered the worst in the industry. The breach, which affected up to 100 million users, has now grown to an alarming 190 million, according to Tech Crunch. Cybercriminals reportedly exploited an employee system that lacked multi-factor authentication.UnitedHealth confirmed the new numbers for the ransomware attack on Friday. Change Healthcare has determined the estimated total number of individuals impacted by the Change Healthcare cyberattack is approximately 190 million, Tyler Mason, a spokesperson for UnitedHealth Group, wrote in an email to TechCrunch.Recommended VideosThe vast majority of affected people have already received an individual or substitute notice, and UnitedHealth says the final number will be confirmed and filed with the Office for Civil Rights at a later date. The spokesperson said they were not aware of any misuse of individuals information as a result of this incident and had not seen electronic medical record databases appear in the data during the analysis. In the meantime, users can only worry about who has access to data such as their Social Security number, drivers license number, passport number, diagnoses, test results, medications, and health insurance information. Furthermore, when this breach started, those affected also had to deal with widespread disruption of the healthcare system, preventing pharmacies and doctors from accepting discount prescription cards, which resulted in patients paying full price. Pharmacies and doctors could not file claims.If there is any consolation, those responsible for the breach were found. The BlackCat ransomware gang was responsible for the attack that took 6TB of data. This incident highlights the importance of taking cybersecurity seriously and the necessary precautions to keep your data safe our roundup of the best antivirus software can help you on that front.Editors Recommendations

Table of ContentsTable of ContentsFirst versus bestTreading a fine lineThe latest Power On newsletter from Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman asserts that Samsung is ahead of Apple in both artificial intelligence (AI) and with its ultra-thin phone efforts. Does that actually matter, though?Well, yes and no. While I think being first is an empty accolade if its not backed up by quality, Apple cant afford to be too late to the party particularly in the case of AI.Recommended VideosLets start with the slimline phones. Its been widely reported that Apple is developing a super-thin phone dubbed the iPhone 17 Air, which is due to launch this September. Gurman states that Samsung will get there first with its Galaxy S25 Edge phone, a device thats due to arrive in the first half of the year.RelatedYet this tells us nothing about which phone youll actually want to buy. The idea of being first is massively overblown in the tech press, with manufacturers frequently gunning for that coveted worlds first title no matter what. But Im willing to bet good money that customers dont care if one device launches slightly before the other; no, they care about which one gives the better experience. That is where Apple chooses to compete.For instance, there are rumors that the iPhone 17 Air will be slightly thinner than the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge. Does that matter? Only in so far as it makes the phone better or worse for users. Quality should be the key consideration, not raw timing. We need to stop valorizing the worlds first title and put more emphasis on what makes something the worlds best.So no, I dont care whether Samsung or Apple comes first. Realistically, I dont think customers do either.Nirave Gondhia / Digital TrendsThere are times, however, when timing is important, and thats emphasized elsewhere in Power On. Gurman also says that Samsungs AI offering (which is based on Google Gemini) is several years ahead of Apple Intelligence.Unlike the ultra-thin phones debate, here I think the timing is a bit more important. Not for the empty title of worlds first, but for what that head start means in terms of features and user experience. Because as Gurman says, Apple risks missing out on the biggest technology revolution in 30 years.Apple Intelligence is decent, but its clearly lacking compared to its rivals. As Gurman notes, Google Gemini has pulled ahead, and its not even the best AI on offer. That title belongs to ChatGPT, and while Apple has integrated OpenAIs offering into Apple Intelligence, it just serves to illustrate how far behind Apples own efforts are.Yet theres no reason why Apple cant catch up. Many Apple products, from the iPhone to the iMac, were condemned as being behind their rivals when they launched, yet Apple quickly made amends. The original iPhone came without 3G, the iMac lacked a floppy drive, and it took Apple a few years to help the Apple Watch find its feet. All that is history now. Either Apple pivoted the device to meet demand, or the products inherent qualities overrode concerns about missing features.The stakes are high when it comes to AI, but they were high with those other products too, especially the iPhone. As long as Apple doesnt wait around too long, theres still everything to play for.Thai Nguyen / UnsplashAnd thats the crux of the matter really. AI is moving at a phenomenal pace, and Apple cant afford to drag its heels. But it should move fast in the name of innovation quality, not in the name of simply being first. That would be a hollow victory.Ultimately, timing does matter, but not for the reasons you might think. Worlds first is a meaningless accolade theres no point being first with an awful product that no one wants. Thats why I dont care and Im sure Apple doesnt care either that the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge will launch six months before the iPhone 17 Air.Apples philosophy of being the best is the right one and consumers are smart enough to recognize a good product when it comes around. But Apple cant take too long to catch up on AI or its efforts will be for nothing. Thats the fine line the company has to tread.Editors Recommendations

The Chinese upstart says it has trained high-performing AI models cheaply, without using the most advanced chips.

Panic fueling the selloff of Nvidia, Broadcom and other tech giants is overblown.

now I feel old Mazda celebrates 35 years of the MX-5 with anniversary model The MX-5 is the perfect antidote to all those big SUVs. Jonathan M. Gitlin Jan 27, 2025 12:19 pm | 29 Credit: Mazda Credit: Mazda Story textSizeSmallStandardLargeWidth *StandardWideLinksStandardOrange* Subscribers only Learn moreDAYTONA, FloridaThis might make you feel old, but the Mazda MX-5 Miata just turned 35. Still in its fourth generationbetter known to Miata nerds as the "ND"this small, affordable, lightweight sports car is the perfect antidote to, well, just about everything else on the roads. And to celebrate this latest milestone, Mazda has created a new special anniversary edition, which it unveiled at this past weekend's Rolex 24 at Daytona.When the Miata debuted in 1989, it was something of a game-changer. Inspired by classic European roadsters like those built by MG and Alfa Romeo, it was small, lithe, and, most importantly, reliable. It didn't hurt that it looked nice and was great to drive.It's also been something of a hit among amateur racersMazda is proud that each weekend, more Miatas are on track than any other make of car. That goes some way to explaining why Mazda chose this year's Rolex 24 at Daytona to reveal the new 35th Anniversary Editionthe MX-5 Cup series is probably IMSA's most exciting support series.The 35th Anniversary Edition is the latest in a long line of special edition Miatas, including anniversary cars for the 10th, 20th, 25th, and 30th editions. The focus here was on "classic elegance," with Artisan Red paint that's almost burgundy, plus a tan Nappa leather interior that will remind some of the tan leather interiors that Mazda used on some NAs. IMSA posts the MX-5 Cup races on YouTube, and they're highly entertaining. This year, one race was marked by a huge pileup right at the start. Mazda IMSA posts the MX-5 Cup races on YouTube, and they're highly entertaining. This year, one race was marked by a huge pileup right at the start. Mazda The 35th Anniversary Edition even paints the air vent surrounds the same Artisan Red as the bodywork. Mazda The 35th Anniversary Edition even paints the air vent surrounds the same Artisan Red as the bodywork. Mazda IMSA posts the MX-5 Cup races on YouTube, and they're highly entertaining. This year, one race was marked by a huge pileup right at the start. Mazda The 35th Anniversary Edition even paints the air vent surrounds the same Artisan Red as the bodywork. Mazda The 35th Anniversary Edition is similar to the Grand Touring trim, which means features like heated seats, and Mazda says it has added a limited-slip differential, additional bracing, and some newly tuned Bilstein dampers. There's also a beige convertible roof and some shiny 17-inch alloy wheels.It's also a bit more expensive than other Miatas, with an MSRP of $36,250. That's $1,620 more expensive than the next-most-expensive six-speed Miata (the Grand Touring), but it does come with the aforementioned extra equipment. Getting a hold of one might be a bit tricky, thoughMazda will only import 300 into the US.Jonathan M. GitlinAutomotive EditorJonathan M. GitlinAutomotive Editor Jonathan is the Automotive Editor at Ars Technica. He has a BSc and PhD in Pharmacology. In 2014 he decided to indulge his lifelong passion for the car by leaving the National Human Genome Research Institute and launching Ars Technica's automotive coverage. He lives in Washington, DC. 29 Comments