MLB Automated Ball-Strike System Sees 61% Success Rate in Opening Games

MLB had its first successful regular-season ABS challenge in 2026, and then a whole bunch more.

How does MLB’s ABS Challenge System work? An explainer to get you caught up

If you haven't watched any spring training games, this should familiarize you with the latest innovation in MLB games.

Everything to know about MLB’s new ABS robot challenge system — and the potential for humiliation

Richie Garcia is worried about the impact that robot umpires will have on their human counterparts. Major League Baseball ...
Yakima Herald

Pierce County sheriff turns off automated license plate readers

The sheriff's office deactivated its estimated 200 dashboard license plate-reading cameras, saying there was no way to ensure ...
Inside EVs

Ford's $30,000 EV Truck Platform Will Get Eyes-Off Driving In 2028

At CES 2026 on Wednesday, Ford announced that its popular hands-free highway driving system, BlueCruise, aims to go fully eyes-off in 2028. Upgraded BlueCruise will debut on the automaker's Universal ...