Families earning $25,000 to $50,000 a year account for a quarter of brick-and-mortar shoppers.Brick-and-mortar shoppers are pretty evenly distributed across generations, but there are some key demographics that stand out, according to new research from consumer intelligence company Resonate.Families with a combined income of $25,000 to $50,000 a year account for 25% of brick-and-mortar shoppers...

The latest analysis of our Electric Vehicle Index shows the global electric-light-vehicle industry continues to make solid progress. To accelerate growth further, several hurdles need to be overcome.The global electric-vehicle (EV) industry continues to expand rapidly. However, regional performance varies, with some EV markets approaching near-mainstream status, while others remain stuck in neu...

Every year, over 120 billion units of packaging are produced by the global beauty industry. From do-it-yourself shampoo to reusable mascara tubes, here are some of the best sustainable beauty innovations we’ve seen in recent months.Every year, over 120 billion units of packaging are produced by the global beauty industry, most of which rely on plastic. If this trend continues, landfills will r...

The e-commerce giant has blanketed the U.S. with warehouses and package-sorting centers, flooded the streets with vans and taken to the sky.Amazon.com Inc’s recent breakup with longtime shipping partner FedEx Corp. shows how far the e-commerce giant has come in creating its own delivery network.Over the years, Amazon has played down its ambitions. But as consumers flock to its site for everyth...

German auto industry giant Bosch is developing new technology that will add glasses-free 3D imaging to future versions of its in-car digital display technology. These 3D displays use passive 3D tech, which means you won’t need to wear glasses to see the effect, and it also skips eye tracking, which is a key ingredient for most high-quality glasses-free 3D displays today.Going glasses-free and...

Throughout history, diseases spread by mosquitoes to humans have probably caused more suffering than all the wars combined. Current techniques for fighting mosquitoes usually involve chemicals, but these may have side effects for us as well as the surrounding environment. Heavy clothing can help, but as anyone who has spent time outdoors where mosquitoes are rampant will know, they tend to be p...

Company holding studies at headquarters to track sleep habits. Function would compete with wearables from Fitbit and Withings.Apple Inc. is said to be testing a sleep monitor for a future version of its smartwatch, a feature that would bolster the company in the health- and fitness-tracking market.The company has been using the sleep-tracking feature for several months with testers at secret si...

Imagine if your balcony’s view wasn’t restricted to just one frame. Imagine if your balcony could literally detach from your house and float above the city, giving you a new, more exhilarating view every time. That’s the idea behind David Vultaggio’s conceptual Bentley Majestic Walker.Vultaggio’s idea was simple – a dynamic balcony that made you feel like you were walking among the clouds...

Vlasic Pickles' stork, Travelocity's gnome and Snuggle's teddy bear are far less recognizable among Gen Zers than baby boomers.While some brand mascots feel timeless, many can’t weather the unstoppable force of time and innovation, according to new research commissioned by promotional products company Crestline.Crestline analyzed brand recognition by generation among 82 mascots and found that...