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Yes, that is true that Windows upgrade uses the space to make all the changes, but it should release it fairly soon. You can go in and do some house cleaning: Free Up Space on the Current Drive Open File Explorer, right-click the 😄 drive, and select Properties. Click Disk Cleanup and select files to delete, such as temporary files and old system updates. Click OK to proceed. Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run powercfg.exe -h off to disable hibernation and free up space. Move large files or folders (e.g., Documents, Downloads, Pictures) to another drive: Right-click the folder, select Properties, go to the Location tab, and click Move. Uninstall unnecessary apps via Settings > Apps > Installed apps. Also check out this as this covers what most other articles also state about cleaning up and freeing up space after a Win11 upgrade. How to reclaim space after upgrading Windows 11 to newer version

Yes seems annarath | Cheers & Gears is a Bot for sure. @Drew Dowdell can you please remove them. Thank you

Maga Florida would become the new crappy Capital of Crappy USA Idiots.

BMW has a rich history of building the drivers auto such as the legendary models of the 1800, BMW M1, BMW 3 series, BMW X5 and the electrified i8. With this rich history, it only makes sense that the next evolution is the iX3 with an all-electric range of 805 kilometers or 500 miles on a single charge for the BMW iX3 50 xDrive model. Across the whole model lineup, the iX3 has a range of 678 Kilometers / 421 miles to 805 kilometers / 500 miles on a single charge. The BMW iX3 according to Chairman Oliver Zipse is the most important all new vehicle for BMW in the last half-century and will lead BMW into the next decade and beyond globally. The iX3 is a quantum leap forward in technology, design and driving dynamics. Chairman Zipse calls it "Neue Klasse", a historic term used to signify a Quantum Leap for BMW. BMW will start deliveries of the iX3 in Spring 2026 to Europe, Summer 2026 to Americas and Asian pacific areas. Starting price of $60,000 BMW realized the competition for one's attention and as such has brought to market the following with the iX3: Panoramic iDrive consisting of four elements Panoramic Vision - a cleanup of the interior allowing for the information at the right line of sight, at the right point in time and at the right location. This being the lower edge of the windshield. Central Display - All-new user interface for easier management with voice control of your auto. Multi-function steering wheel - The 20% of most common used features that cover 80% of what a driver does in the auto plus working with the voice control. Optional 3D head-up display - Driver customizable 3D HUD that gives you the info you want, when you want it, on the windshield minimizing the need to look down or to the right for information while driving. BMW called the iX3 their sixth-generation EV architecture which consists of the following: 800-volt electrical system that allows 30% faster charging and 40% greater efficiency allowing 231 miles of range in just 10 minutes at a DC charging station. 10% to 80% in 21 minutes. AC Controller enhancements for faster home charging Standard 11 kW controller Optional 22 kW controller To take full advantage of home charging capabilities, BMW iX3 owners will want a quality Level 2 home EV charger. Popular options include the ChargePoint Home Flex NACS or Grizzl-E 48A Ultimate Level 2, which can handle the standard 11 kW charging speeds and are compatible with most home electrical systems. NACS compatible 22 kW home charger options are still limited. When traveling, you'll need a CCS to NACS adapter to take advantage of all charging options out there, the Lectron CCS to NACS Adapter is one of the highest rated on Amazon. Electronic control system - This system went from dozens of individual control modules to run the last generation of EVs to four control computers with 2000 less feet of wiring reducing weight by 30% over the previous system, reducing reaction times (latency) within each area. The four modules handle the following, driving dynamics, automated driving, infotainment and basic control and comfort functions. 10 times faster response times in each module. xDrive Powertrain - 345 kW or 469 hp for the all-wheel drive system. 0 to 100 km\h or 62 mph in 4.9 seconds Top speed of 210 km\h or 130 mph 10% less weight 20% lower cost 40% more energy efficient iX3 interior space and progressive lifestyle are the focus point in the sizing of the iX3 4,782 millimeters or 188 inches long 1,895 millimeters or 74.6 inches wide 1,635 millimeters or 64.3 inches tall Aerodynamics drag coefficient of .24 Load Carrying capacity Interior Cargo capacity of 1,750 liters or 62 cubic feet with the back seats folded down. Find deals on Cargo Organizers. FRUNK capacity of 58 liters or 2 cubic feet Towing of 2,000 kilograms or 4,409 pounds Next generation battery 108.7 kWh battery size 20% higher energy density 30% faster charging Bi-directional charging V2L or Vehicle-to-Load standard V2H or Vehicle-to-Home standard V2G or Vehicle-to-Grid standard BMW has gone back to their 1960's era of kidneys and twin headlights. This is complimented by their all-new light signature system that assumes the role of chrome in giving an aura of quality and sophistication. Flush smooth surfaces are found throughout the exterior from glass surfaces to door handles. Keeping robust nature of luxury and sophistication, you will find color matched wheel arches, subtle rectangular contours to defining taillights and more on the iX3. BMW continues their offering of choice to the consumer as they have a standard 20 inch wheel with optional 20, 21, and 22 inch wheel choices available. Interior choices are offered with personalization of the cabin the choices of Essential, Contemporary, M Sport and a BMW fully customized design options. From heated seats and electronically adjustable as standard to heated / cooled and multifunctional seats as options is just the beginning of how one can order up their iX3. Standard, Sport and M Sport steering wheels compliment the many other interior choices from two to three zone climate control, adaptive headlights, Harmon Kardon HiFi systems, steering wheel heating, panoramic sunroof and more allow each iX3 to be customized to the end users choice of what they want. Some of the latest bleeding edge abilities with the iX3 were shown off at the Consumer Electronics Show 2026 in Las Vegas. Here BMW had on-hand the iX3 for people to experience. List of Features found in the iX3: Alexa+ built into the BMW Personal Assistant ZOOM calls with video on the center screen Ability to use the center screen for video when the auto is stationary Disney+ TiVo 85 apps worldwide from music and audio to Entertainment, Gaming, News, Travel, Local and more BMW has delivered what they believe is the smoothest and fastest system that offers ultimate joy in driving a BMW on the iX3 from various levels of acceleration, braking and handling to superior industry energy recuperation and a true hand off driving up to 85 mph. The water-cooled super brains of the control modules allow the iX3 to deliver world class driving experience for all ages and skill levels. Disclaimer: This article contains affiliate links. Purchasing through these links may earn Cheers and Gears a commission at no additional cost to you and helps support independent automotive journalism. View full article

Canada probably could take the whole west coast.

Ouch Ford Says the Recall Is Over. Maverick Owners—and the NHTSA—Disagree https://www.yahoo.com/autos/safety-and-recalls/articles/ford-says-recall-over-maverick-201559658.html This will not go away no matter how much Ford says the issues do not exist!

Point on @bobo I greatly appreciate your review of the world for 2025 and look forward to your future reviews and hopefully longer stay and comments at C&G.

You forgot the two shootings last night in Portland Oregon. 3 shootings in 24 hours. ICE is a Terrorist Group!!!

With Boeing having signed a 20yr agreement with Canada and moving R&D and Manufacturing to Canada, I can easily see this flip back to Boeing as Canada is going to want to support business and jobs that are based in Canada. I would not say this is a done deal as the bulk of the order with Airbus is Options, which are easily canceled. Boeing started with a $240 Million Investment in 2024 in Canada. Boeing to Invest $240 Million CAD in Québec Aerospace Innovation Then added $85 million more in early 2025. Boeing Commits $85M To New Canadian Innovation Zone Espace Aéro Then came the big bomb shell at the end of the year that had Idiot47 going off as $5.4 Billion will now be spent in Canada rather than the U.S. In 2025, Boeing is significantly expanding its footprint in Canada. While it is not moving its entire operation, it is shifting more manufacturing and research capability there as part of a $5.4 billion investment obligation (ITB) linked to Canada’s purchase of P-8A Poseidon aircraft. Where the Manufacturing is Moving/Expanding: • Winnipeg, MB: In June 2025, Boeing opened a 12,000 sq. ft. expansion to its composite plant. This doubled its capacity to build parts for the 737 MAX and 787 Dreamliner. • Montreal, QC: Boeing is investing $240 million into the "Espace Aéro" innovation zone. This includes manufacturing and R&D for next-gen landing gear (with Héroux-Devtek) and autonomous air taxis (Wisk Aero). • Parksville, BC: A $13 million investment in COTA Aviation has funded new advanced manufacturing equipment and a training facility for aerospace production. • Mount Pearl, NL: A $10.3 million investment in Solace Power is establishing a new electronics production facility for aerospace parts in Atlantic Canada. • Alberta: A $2.7 million investment was made to create the Xpand™ Canada Commercialization Centre, focusing on manufacturing technologies for aerospace and energy security. The stories are all small parts of what adds up to be billions as Boeing cancels expansion and updates for Washington State and North Carolina manufacturing and R&D. Boeing Invests $110M In Espace Aéro - Canadian Manufacturing So many little stories that make up the whole. This all started with the original big investment back in 2020. Boeing set to boost Canada's economy with $61bn investment | Manufacturing Digital

This kind of blocking of the truth and lack of transparency is hurting, not helping our democracy and tends to say that the Head of Homeland / ICE needs to be arrested and put in jail along with all the rest of the stool Pigeons. Minnesota officials say FBI blocked their access to ICE shooting probe

Sad News, ICE is reporting that their agents making a stop to arrest two narco gang members from Venezuela in Oregon had to be shot, they are in the hospital, developing story. 2 shot by federal agent in 'targeted' stop, Portland mayor asks ICE halt operations Portland Mayor Keith Wilson told reporters, "We know what the federal government says happened here. There was a time when we could take them at their word. That time is long past." "We are calling on ICE to halt all operations in Portland until a full and independent investigation can take place," he said. "Our community deserves answers."

@oldshurst442 Last nights protests across the country have clearly stirred up Americans and Hopefully the Murdering ICE agent will face his required day in court for his murderous act. Seems some are willing to get more violent as the protestors in Sacramento California broke down the gate at the ICE center and entered.

I understand your concerns on ICE, but their EVs have been pretty rock solid as a standalone group. As I posted here, the savings and reliability have been impressive. So many coworkers are taking advantage of buying value powered EVs as we have moved into a large return period this year on EVs coming back off lease. I will say this, the latest coworker who has joined the Kia family picked up a 2yr lease return of the EV6 GT, powerful 4 door hatch that was $78K new and with only 18K miles on it he paid out the door $32K for the auto and it still has full warranty. He loves the 18 minutes to 80% fast charging as he is awaiting the install of an L2 charger in his home. Great deals to be had on EVs that can go the distance.