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Introduction Tesla’s FSD (Full Self-Driving) is attracting worldwide attention as a system at the cutting edge of autonomous driving technology. But how well does it actually perform on long-distance drives? In this guide, we’ll provide a thorough breakdown of where autonomous driving technology stands today, based on our real-world experience driving approximately 315 kilometers (196 […]
Things I Noticed After Moving to the United States Hello, this is Suzuki from Eco Drive. It’s hard to believe, but it has already been 20 years since I moved to the United States. As you’d expect in a different country, the rules and environment aren’t the same, so my way of thinking has changed […]
Rumors of Demolition? The Other-Worldly Beauty of the Glass Church—Wayfarers Chapel The famed “Glass Church,” officially known as Wayfarers Chapel, once stood in the upscale community of Rancho Palos Verdes. Beloved by Hollywood celebrities for weddings and frequently used as a filming location for dramas and movies, it was one of California’s most sought-after chapels. […]
How to Make the Most of Malibu’s Ultra-Chic Beach Scene How many spots pop into your head when you picture beaches in the United States—especially in California? Even around Los Angeles alone, you’ve got no shortage of famous, crowd-pleasing stretches of sand, from Santa Monica and Venice to Malibu. For our second beach spotlight—following Santa […]
A U.S. Essential: How to Raise Your Credit Score Hi, this is Suzuki from EcoDrive. Last time, I covered the basics of credit history; today I’d like to share some practical tips for boosting your credit score. You can read the previous post here! In the U.S., your credit score dramatically affects how easy—or hard—it […]
From Movie Sets to the Stars: Exploring Griffith Observatory The world-famous Griffith Observatory attracts visitors from across the globe! This article dives into what you can enjoy at Griffith Observatory—its allure, history, and must-know tips for your visit. 1. What Is Griffith Observatory? Located inside Los Angeles’ Griffith Park, this observatory houses space-and-science exhibits along […]
Why In-N-Out Burger Is a West-Coast Sensation In-N-Out Burger may be exclusive to America’s West Coast, but it has quite the following in Japan as well. When the chain held a one-day pop-up in Ebisu, Tokyo, in June 2023, the lines were endless, and Japanese celebrities were posting about it on social media—proof that In-N-Out […]