Jake Williams

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Vice President, Community and Content at Statescoop

Vice President, Community and Content at EdScoop

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Inside Aqua Alert, a new maritime emergency alert system

1 week ago | statescoop.com | Jake Williams

The Long Island Sound sector of the U.S. Coast Guard last month announced Aqua Alert, a new pilot program to notify the public about maritime emergencies and provide real-time information to aid search and rescue efforts on the water. Joshua Smarzo, a Coast Guard lieutenant and command center sector chief, tells the Priorities Podcast the new program will help meet the challenges of managing search and rescue operations, especially during the summer boating season.
New mapping tech makes firefighting more proactive

2 weeks ago | statescoop.com | Jake Williams

On this week’s Priorities Podcast, Kern County, California, Deputy Fire Chief Zachary Wells and Ryan Lanclos, director of national government and public safety solutions at Esri, say ALERTCalifornia’s new map layer strengthens emergency management and improves community safety. The wildfire-monitoring program from University of California San Diego provides instant access to live camera feeds across California, aiding in early fire detection and speeding up emergency response.
States shouldn't wait for federal action on data privacy, says one expert

3 weeks ago | statescoop.com | Jake Williams

Connecticut Attorney General William Tong recently recommended that the state’s lawmakers strengthen a statewide privacy law enacted two years ago, including by sending “warning letters” to violators and investigating consumer complaints.
Audi A3 and hot S3 facelifts launched in Australia

3 weeks ago | whichcar.com.au | Jake Williams

The facelifted Audi A3 and hot S3 have been launched in Australia with upgraded styling, technology and drivetrains on offer across the range. 18 Apr 2025 10:00 AM Audi Australia has launched the facelifted Audi A3 and S3 range into local showrooms. Armed with styling, technological and drivetrain upgrades, the new A3 and S3 are priced from $54,800 and $78,800 plus on-road costs respectively. Both are available in Audi showrooms now.
2026 Subaru Trailseeker: Quicker than a WRX STI?

3 weeks ago | whichcar.com.au | Jake Williams

The 2026 Subaru Trailseeker has been revealed at the New York Auto show where it's 0-60 mp/h time has stunned... 18 Apr 2025 10:10 AM The 2026 Subaru Trailseeker electric SUV has been revealed at the New York Auto Show and appears to be a larger and more practical version of the company’s Solterra electric SUV.
brand’s mid-size EV upgraded

3 weeks ago | whichcar.com.au | Jake Williams

The mid-life update for the Subaru Solterra electric SUV was revealed overnight with new styling, more performance and more range. 17 Apr 2025 6:30 PM Debuting overnight at the New York Auto Show, the Subaru Solterra electric mid-size SUV has been given updated exterior styling, added driving range and power, and reduced charging times mirroring that of the upgraded Toyota bZ4x revealed last month. Subaru Australia is yet to confirm local arrival timing.
Hyundai Palisade XRT Pro off-roader is headed for Australia

4 weeks ago | whichcar.com.au | Jake Williams

The off-road version of the new Hyundai Palisade large SUV that was revealed back in December 2024 has been confirmed for release in Australia, with the Hyundai Palisade XRT Pro due on local shores in the first half of 2026. Revealed overnight at the New York Auto Show, the XRT Pro gives the Palisade more off-road ability, ground clearance and styling compared with the more road-focused regular Palisade.
2026 Subaru Outback bids goodbye to the wagon at New York Motor Show

4 weeks ago | whichcar.com.au | Jake Williams

The new seventh-generation 2026 Subaru Outback has been revealed at the New York Auto Show with more SUV styling than ever before. 17 Apr 2025 11:32 AM The 2026 Subaru Outback has debuted overnight at the New York Motor Show in the US ahead of a likely 2026 Australian release. It sports a taller and more SUV-like look this time around, ditching the traditional high-riding wagon styling that it has used until now.
Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series updated with lots of extra kit

4 weeks ago | whichcar.com.au | Jake Williams

The Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series has been updated for the first time with new tech, luxury and safety equipment across the range. 17 Apr 2025 7:40 AM The Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series has been given its first update since launching in 2021 with a lot of new equipment added across the range, including new infotainment systems, more safety kit and more comfort features as well.
Hyundai Inster baby electric SUV goes on sale in Australia

4 weeks ago | whichcar.com.au | Jake Williams

The cute new Hyundai Inster baby electric car has been priced under $40,000 for Australia and goes on sale imminently with up to 360km of range. 16 Apr 2025 8:12 PM The Hyundai Inster, the brand’s smallest EV to date, is now on sale in Australia priced from $39,000 plus on-road costs. Offered in three models locally: Standard Range, Extended Range and off-road-themed Cross, the Inster will offer up to 360km of range and DC fast charging at up to 120kW.