Truth about EV sales, cellphone bans & 3 dangerous scams

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Truth about EV sales, cellphone bans & 3 dangerous scams

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Plus, are you a chronic snoozer? Here's why hitting that button isn't as bad as you think. Caller Jeffrey wonders, is it safe to share email addresses through QR codes? Despite rumors, find out why X (formerly Twitter) isn't going away, and the scoop on California canceling GM's self-driving taxi service.

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Jan 8, 2024

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