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Dark Horse
by Michael Zelenko
The Verge
Converting one of the most beloved American muscle cars to an all-electric machine sounds crazy enough, but Mitch Medford wanted much more than that. After putting 800 horsepower's worth of batteries, converters and motors in a 1968 Mustang, he eyed the record for that model: the 170MPH mark set by Carroll Shelby himself -- a man that's synonymous with these classic cars in the States. In fact, some models of Ford's iconic two-door still bear his name. The Verge chronicles the story of the Zombie 222's (as it's called) origins and Medford's quest for history at the Texas Mile.
It's a Trap! TIDAL and the Common Fallacy of Music Royalties Think Tidal's celebrity-packed relaunch citing fair artist compensation as a key concern rang hollow? Yep, me too. Record labels still call the shots on distribution, and this is a great look at the current state of things -- no matter what Jay Z is trying to sell. | Snapchat's Non-Vanishing Message: You Can Trust Us By now, you've likely heard about any one of the security issues with Snapchat's ephemeral messaging app -- whether it's snaps that don't actually disappear completely, or a third-party hack that leaks sensitive info. This interview with the company's execs tackles transparency, and offers an apology, too. |
The Bottom of the Glass: Legacy and the Last Season of 'Mad Men' The final season of Mad Men starts tomorrow. To help you prepare, Grantland's Andy Greenwald offers a look at how creator Matthew Weiner got to this point. | 'Furious 7': What Happened to the Wrecked Cars Ever wonder what happens to all the cars that get destroyed during the making of a high-octane film like Furious 7? Well, WSJ takes a look at the fate of all 230. |
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