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Former Ripple CTO's Blockchain Project Coil Enters Closed Beta

The new company, which incorporates the Interledger and Codius technologies Thomas helped develop at Ripple, is now available to try out.

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I see that at least some supercars have, for example, multiple suspension settings, so like race track, but also pot hole local roads, and some supercars have valve shutoff for slow traffic situations, so able to go from a 12 valve to making only 2 or 4 of the active, which is more fuel efficient. And also, of course, all supercars these days are more reliable then in the 80s, but id imagine some moreso then others, especially in this titanium and carbon fiber age of ours

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Mozilla Firefox intends to add a function to block cryptomining scripts on websites by default in one of its upcoming releases.
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Ethereum Developers Move to Alter Blockchain's Economics In Next Upgrade
Developers agreed to reduce ethereum issuance from 3 ETH to 2 ETH in an upcoming hard fork, Constantinople.
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The rapper Eminem has given bitcoin's public awareness a boost with a mention of the cryptocurrency on his just-launched album "Kamikaze."
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Firefox Plans to Block Crypto Mining Malware in Future Releases

Mozilla Firefox intends to add a function to block cryptomining scripts on websites by default in one of its upcoming releases.

Ethereum Developers Move to Alter Blockchain's Economics In Next Upgrade

Developers agreed to reduce ethereum issuance from 3 ETH to 2 ETH in an upcoming hard fork, Constantinople.

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Eminem's Latest Album 'Kamikaze' Features a Bitcoin Shout-Out

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2019 New Commercial Vans: The Ultimate Buyer’s Guide

Commercial vans facilitate delivery of millions of goods purchased online. They’re also the workhorses of restaurant supply, flower shops, electricians, and plumbers—as well as countless crosstown moves by spurned boyfriends.

Change has been slow in the commercial van segment, but, perhaps to the delight of businesses everywhere, that’s no longer the case. Ford has updated its small Transit Connect van and is trying to convince you the wagon variant would be an awesome active-lifestyle sidekick. Meanwhile, Ram offers small and large Fiat-based vans, and Mercedes continues to make an impact with its midsize Metris and the enormous Sprinter, updated for 2019. Then there’s Nissan. Although the NV200’s winning bid for New York City’s Taxi of Tomorrow competition didn’t work out, the small van is an affordable option, just like the larger NV models, which also carry impressive warranty coverage.

So after you answer the door to pick up another package, ask yourself—how many of these vans do you recognize?

Check out our Car, SUV, and Truck Buyer’s Guides right here:

New Vans in the 2019 Commercial Vehicle Buyer’s Guide
Chevrolet/GMC	Nissan
Ford	Ram
Mercedes

KEY

6A: 6-speed automatic
7-sp twin-cl auto: 7-speed twin-clutch automatic
FWD: front-wheel drive
AWD: all-wheel drive
RWD: rear-wheel drive
Max cargo figures: may differ for hybrid and other variants.

ALL-NEW
An addition to an automaker’s lineup

MAJOR
Significant sheetmetal redesign, powertrain, and/or feature changes

MINOR
Midcycle updates, minor powertrain, or feature changes

UNCHANGED
Minor trim or package changes, new colors

DISCONTINUED
Vehicle is going out of production

NHTSA AND IIHS RATINGS:
NHTSA and IIHS safety data is derived from recent model years.

INTELLICHOICE
Five-year retained value data may apply to common vehicle variants, not an average of all model variants.

Chevrolet Express/GMC Savana

Base Price $32,500-$37,000*

Body Type Van

Unchanged Last year, the Express received a four-cylinder diesel engine, replacing the aging 6.6-liter V-8. An eight-speed automatic replaced the six-speed on the base V-6 and comes standard with the diesel engine. Additional colors and active safety tech such as forward collision warning might be added for the 2019 Express and Savana. Each is available as a passenger van with room for up to 15 occupants.

Also Consider Ram ProMaster, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Ford Transit

Sum Up Dated but still trying to keep up with the times

Chevrolet Express/GMC Savana
Base Engine	4.3L/276-hp/298-lb-ft V-6
Opt Engine	6.0L/341-hp/373-lb-ft V-8; 2.8L/181-hp/369-lb-ft t-diesel I-4
Drivetrain	Front-engine, RWD, 6A/8A
Towing	8,700-10,000 lb
Max Cargo, Seats Up/Down	42.4-57.1/239.7-284.4 cu ft
EPA Econ City/Hwy	Not Rated
0-60 mph	7.8-10.0 sec*
Basic Warranty	3 years/36,000 miles
IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value	44%
*Estimated

Ford Transit

Base Price $34,000-$38,000*

Body Type Van

Minor The full-size Transit has been updated for 2019, though the changes are minor. Certain versions get rear doors that open wider, and the available seating layouts have been modified. The Transit is available in three lengths with three roof heights, is rated to haul up to 3,680 pounds, and can tow up to 5,400 pounds. Passenger versions are limited to a 2,900-pound payload and have a max tow rating of 4,600 pounds.

Also Consider Chevrolet Express, Nissan NV, Ram ProMaster

Sum Up Big, practical, and slightly more functional than before

Ford Transit
Base Engine	3.7L/275-hp/260-lb-ft V-6
Opt Engine	3.5L/310-hp/400-lb-ft turbo V-6; 3.2L/185-hp/350-lb-ft t-diesel I-5
Drivetrain	Front-engine, RWD, 6A
Towing	3,500-7,500 lb
Max Cargo, Seats Up/Down	39.1-85.8/246.7-487.2 cu ft
EPA Econ City/Hwy	Not Rated
0-60 mph	7.5-12.5 sec*
Basic Warranty	3 years/36,000 miles
IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value	45%
*Estimated

Ford Transit Connect

Base Price $25,000-$32,000*

Body Type Van

Minor Ford refreshed the Transit Connect for 2019, adding two engine options, a new transmission, a reworked rear suspension, new driver-assist features, and updated styling. It can be ordered as a cargo or passenger van, offers two wheelbase lengths, and can seat two, five, six, or seven passengers. The cargo area is as much as 87.3 inches long, 77.1 inches wide, and 49.7 inches high, with 48.3 inches between the wheelwells.

Also Consider Nissan NV200, Ram ProMaster City

Sum Up Everything you need from a van and nothing you don’t

Ford Transit Connect
Base Engine	2.5L/169-hp/171-lb-ft I-4
Opt Engine	2.0L/160-hp/146-lb-ft I-4; 1.5L/125-hp/221-lb-ft t-diesel I-4
Drivetrain	Front-engine, FWD, 6A/8A
Towing	2,000 lb
Max Cargo, Seats Up/Down	15.7-19.8/124.3-149.0 cu ft
EPA Econ City/Hwy	20-24/27-29 mpg
0-60 mph	10.3-12.0 sec*
Basic Warranty	3 years/36,000 miles
IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value	44%
*Estimated

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Base Price $35,000-$50,000*

Body Type Van

Minor Mercedes updates the Sprinter van with new styling, a gas engine backed by a new nine-speed auto, internet connectivity for fleet communication, and a new multimedia system with eight fleet operation programs. Driver-assist features include adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist, and a surround-view camera. The versatile Sprinter offers a multitude of variants and configurations.

Also Consider Ford Transit, Ram ProMaster, Nissan NV

Sum Up A Sprinter van for just about any job or journey

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Base Engine	2.0L/237-hp/258-lb-ft turbo I-4
Opt Engine	2.0L/188-hp/258-lb-ft turbo I-4; 3.0L/188-hp/325-lb-ft t-diesel V-6
Drivetrain	Front-engine, RWD/AWD/4WD, 7A/9A
Towing	4,400-7,700 lb*
Max Cargo, Seats Up/Down	68.6-80.0/275.5-600.3 cu ft*
EPA Econ City/Hwy	Not Rated
0-60 mph	11.0-12.0 sec*
Basic Warranty	3 years/36,000 miles
*Estimated

Mercedes-Benz Metris

Base Price $27,000-$35,000*

Body Type Van

Unchanged The Metris van gets updated with power-adjustable front seats and automatic start/stop as standard. A Front Lighting package is new in addition to full-height plastic paneling on the extended-wheelbase version. The cargo van has a 2,502-pound maximum payload capacity and is offered with dual rear doors or an optional rear liftgate. The passenger van is available with five-, seven-, and eight-seat configurations.

Also Consider Ford Transit Connect, Ram ProMaster City

Sum Up A plush, right-sized hauler at a competitive price

Mercedes-Benz Metris
Base Engine	2.0L/208-hp/258-lb-ft turbo I-4
Opt Engine	None
Drivetrain	Front-engine, RWD, 7A
Towing	5,000 lb
Max Cargo, Seats Up/Down	38.0/211.0 cu ft
EPA Econ City/Hwy	19-21/23-24 mpg
0-60 mph	8.6 sec
Basic Warranty	3 years/36,000 miles
IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value	46%

Nissan NV

Base Price $30,000-$43,500*

Body Type Van

Unchanged We don’t expect any major updates to the 2019 NV, but it’s still as practical as ever. The NV is available in three payload variants, can haul up to 3,860 pounds, and can be ordered with an optional high roof. With the optional V-8, the NV is also impressively quick. The passenger version is extremely flexible, too, offering seating for up to 12 passengers and an incredible 324 seating configurations.

Also Consider Chevrolet Express, Ford Transit, Ram ProMaster

Sum Up About as practical and flexible as you can get

Nissan NV
Base Engine	4.0L/261-hp/281-lb-ft V-6
Opt Engine	5.6L/375-hp/387-lb-ft V-8
Drivetrain	Front-engine, RWD, 5A/7A
Towing	6,900-9,400 lb
Max Cargo, Seats Up/Down	28.9/234.1 cu ft
EPA Econ City/Hwy	Not Rated
0-60 mph	7.5-11.0 sec*
Basic Warranty	5 years/100,000 miles
IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value	53%
*Estimated

Nissan NV200

Base Price $23,000*

Body Type Van

Unchanged Last year, the Nissan NV200 received additional standard equipment, including a rearview camera, a USB port, and Bluetooth. The 2019 model should carry over unchanged, but it could receive active safety features such as forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking. Its twin, the Chevrolet City Express, was recently discontinued. In other markets, the NV200 is available as an EV.

Also Consider Ford Transit Connect, Ram ProMaster City, Mercedes-Benz Metris

Sum Up Made especially for city-dwelling entrepreneurs

Nissan NV200
Base Engine	2.0L/131-hp/139-lb-ft I-4
Opt Engine	None
Drivetrain	Front-engine, FWD, CVT
Towing	1,500 lb
Max Cargo, Seats Up/Down	N/A/122.7 cu ft
EPA Econ City/Hwy	24/26 mpg
0-60 mph	10.1 sec
Basic Warranty	5 years/100,000 miles
IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value	45%

Ram ProMaster

Base Price $31,640-$35,740

Body Type Van

Minor Ram’s full-size van can be ordered in 18 configurations between its three wheelbases, two roof heights, three payload classes, and the choice between windows and panels, but it changes little for 2019. The ProMaster’s maximum towing rating has been increased by 30 percent, and payload varies from 4,000 to 4,680 pounds depending on the class. In addition to an updated grille, a telematics package has been added.

Also Consider Chevrolet Express, Ford Transit, Nissan NV

Sum Up A versatile van that can handle many different needs

Ram ProMaster
Base Engine	3.6L/280-hp/260-lb-ft V-6
Opt Engine	None
Drivetrain	Front-engine, FWD, 6A
Towing	6,800 lb
Max Cargo, Seats Up/Down	N/A/122.7 cu ft
EPA Econ City/Hwy	Not Rated
0-60 mph	8.2 sec
Basic Warranty	3 years/36,000 miles
IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value	44%

Ram ProMaster City

Base Price $25,500-$29,000

Body Type Van

Unchanged As the name suggests, the smaller ProMaster City is built for urban use. Its cargo area is 87.2 inches long and 60.4 inches wide, with 48.4 inches of space between the wheelwells. It’s also rated to haul up to 1,885 pounds and can be ordered as either a two-seat cargo van or a five-seat passenger van. Ram updated the grille and added telematics technology that allows fleet managers to more easily track usage and driver behavior.

Also Consider Ford Transit Connect, Nissan NV200

Sum Up A practical urban cargo van

Ram ProMaster City
Base Engine	2.4L/178-hp/174-lb-ft I-4
Opt Engine	None
Drivetrain	Front-engine, FWD, 9A
Towing	1,885 lb
Max Cargo, Seats Up/Down	N/A/131.7 cu ft
EPA Econ City/Hwy	21/28 mpg
0-60 mph	9.8 sec*
Basic Warranty	3 years/36,000 miles
IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value	44%
*Estimated

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2018 Honda Accord Hybrid First Test: High Expectations Exceeded

After multiple tests, we’ve concluded that the Honda Accord is the best car in its class. So needless to say we had high expectations for the hybrid version. In many ways, it adds to the Accord’s appeal as a practical sedan, offering a claimed 47 mpg combined (we’ll get to that later) and identical cargo space and passenger volume. And although it’s not as quick as the regular gas model, the Accord Hybrid isn’t wanting for power.

For 2018, Honda has updated the hybrid system. The 2.0-liter inline-four, paired with two electric motors, now offers improved thermal efficiency. The power unit, containing the battery pack and its control systems, is more compact and is now located under the rear floor instead of in the trunk. Output remains 212 hp, which is routed through a smooth CVT.

Like a 2017 model we tested, our new Accord Hybrid managed to hit 60 mph in 6.7 seconds. That’s significantly quicker than two major competitors: the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid and Toyota Camry Hybrid. Chevy’s hybrid midsizer took 7.5 seconds to hit the mark in our tests, and Toyota’s entry was little better at 7.4 seconds.

The Accord Hybrid also impressed in the quarter mile, hitting 15.4 seconds at 89.3 mph. The Malibu Hybrid managed 15.8 seconds at 87.3 mph, and the Camry Hybrid managed 15.6 seconds at 92.6 mph. It only took the Accord Hybrid 120 feet to come to a complete stop from 60 mph, ahead of the Malibu Hybrid’s 121 feet and the Camry Hybrid’s 125 feet.

The Bow Tie hybrid squeezed ahead of the Accord Hybrid in the figure eight with a time of 27.1 seconds at 0.63 g, compared to the Honda’s 27.5 seconds at 0.61 g. The Camry Hybrid came in at 27.8 seconds at 0.62 g.

The Accord Hybrid offers the immediate pickup that you need when merging onto the freeway. It even accelerates on point in Econ mode. Some tire noise seeps through at 65 mph, so it’s not exceptionally quiet. It suctions to the road when you take a corner quickly, eliciting a smile, mostly because it’s surprising that a midsize hybrid is capable of such fun. Steering feels tauter than I remember on our old 2014 Accord Hybrid long-termer, tight enough to satisfy all but the most sport-minded customers. But that doesn’t mean it’s a sporty sedan. When making three-point turns, you get a sense of the car’s limits.

All trim levels of the Accord Hybrid can achieve 47/47 mpg city/highway. At least that’s according to the EPA. Our own test numbers reveal much better fuel economy: 53.3/49 mpg. For the math-inclined, that’s a 13 percent improvement in the city and a 4 percent improvement on the highway, compared to the EPA numbers.

The interior isn’t luxurious, but it makes you feel at home with pleasant trim and a responsive infotainment system. The seats are a bit stiff for my liking, at least during longer drives. There is plenty to satisfy your inner geek. Inside the cabin, a number of gauges will stress you out by showing you your power usage in real time. One is a graphic of the vehicle showing lines going to the battery and engine depending on how the system is using energy. The new head-up display also shows power flow information. This unit can be height adjusted easily with a button on the left side of the dash.

Midsize hybrid sedans may not be the most popular choice on the market right now, but we think the Accord Hybrid deserves some attention. It offers more than it promises. Not only is it spacious and fuel efficient, it also delivers a pleasurable driving experience with strong acceleration and cornering. What crossover can give you all of that?

2018 Honda Accord Touring Hybrid
BASE PRICE	$35,605
PRICE AS TESTED	$35,605
VEHICLE LAYOUT	Front-engine, FWD, 5-pass, 4-door sedan
ENGINE	2.0L/143-hp/129-lb-ft DOHC 16-valve I-4; plus 181-hp/129-lb-ft electric motor, 212-hp combined
TRANSMISSION	Cont variable auto
CURB WEIGHT (F/R DIST)	3,305 lb (62/38%)
WHEELBASE	111.4 in
LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT	192.2 x 73.3 x 57.1 in
0-60 MPH	6.7 sec
QUARTER MILE	15.4 sec @ 89.3 mph
BRAKING, 60-0 MPH	120 ft
LATERAL ACCELERATION	0.86 g (avg)
MT FIGURE EIGHT	27.5 sec @ 0.61 g (avg)
REAL MPG, CITY/HWY/COMB	53.3/49/51.3 mpg
EPA CITY/HWY/COMB FUEL ECON	47/47/47 mpg
ENERGY CONS, CITY/HWY	72/72 kW-hrs/100 miles
CO2 EMISSIONS, COMB	0.41 lb/mile

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