As companies race to develop self-driving cars, Americans remain ambivalent
As companies race to develop self-driving cars, Americans remain ambivalent
Most Americans still don't trust self-driving cars, according to a new AAA study. Respondents said they wanted more information on the technology.
Check out the awesome acoustic alert on the new Fiat 500 EV
Check out the awesome acoustic alert on the new Fiat 500 EV
The new, all-electric Fiat 500 features an acoustic alert that the automaker claims is the first to play a melody. Take a listen and see what you think.
Waymo’s next-gen self-driving tech can see what’s happening 500 meters ahead
Waymo’s next-gen self-driving tech can see what’s happening 500 meters ahead
Waymo has unveiled the latest version of its self-driving system that it claims delivers better performance at half the cost of its previous generation.
Electric Ford Transit van will electrify an often overlooked auto segment
Electric Ford Transit van will electrify an often overlooked auto segment
Ford will introduce an electric version of the Transit cargo van for the 2022 model year. It will be available in three roof heights and three body lengths.
GM’s modular Ultium platform will be building block of its future electric cars
GM’s modular Ultium platform will be building block of its future electric cars
General Motors is preparing to launch a slew of electric cars using common mechanical components that are part of its Ultium package of mechanical components.
Hyundai Prophecy concept predicts a future of autonomous driving, electric power
Hyundai Prophecy concept predicts a future of autonomous driving, electric power
The Hyundai Prophecy concept shows what a future self-driving electric car from the South Korean automaker could look like.
Car shows were already endangered. Coronavirus might make them extinct
Car shows were already endangered. Coronavirus might make them extinct
Swiss officials canceled the 2020 Geneva auto show due to coronavirus fears. This gives the auto show as we know it another black eye at a bad time.
BMW’s electric Concept i4 has two words for Tesla’s Model 3: Watch out
BMW’s electric Concept i4 has two words for Tesla’s Model 3: Watch out
BMW unveiled a concept named i4 that previews its first electric sedan. The 3 Series-sized EV will enter production in 2021 and go on sale a little bit later.
Here’s how Volkswagen plans to electrify America’s most popular car segment
Here’s how Volkswagen plans to electrify America’s most popular car segment
Volkswagen will release an electric, Tiguan-sized crossover named ID.4 on the American market. Previewed by a concept, it will make its debut later in 2020.
Waymo welcomes $2B invetsment to boost self-driving efforts
Waymo welcomes $2B invetsment to boost self-driving efforts
Autonomous-vehicle company Waymo has just received a useful $2.25 billion in external funding. It also announced a name for its delivery business: Waymo Via.
Citroën’s tiny, two-seat Ami EV will costs $22 a month after $3,000 down payment
Citroën’s tiny, two-seat Ami EV will costs $22 a month after $3,000 down payment
The Citroën Ami is a tiny, two-seat electric car that will be available in Europe through a long-term rental scheme. It is not coming to the United States.
2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid offers 38 mpg combined for $28,870
2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid offers 38 mpg combined for $28,870
The 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid arrives in dealerships several months after the non-hybrid model.
Geneva Motor Show canceled due to coronavirus outbreak
Geneva Motor Show canceled due to coronavirus outbreak
The Geneva Motor Show, one of the biggest events in the automotive industry calendar, has been canceled due to concerns over the spread of coronavirus.
Volkswagen’s celebrated Golf GTI returns with more power and new tech
Volkswagen’s celebrated Golf GTI returns with more power and new tech
Volkswagen introduced the next-generation Golf GTI ahead of its public debut at the 2020 Geneva Auto Show. It receives more power and improved in-car tech.
Self-driving shuttle services halted after sudden stop causes injury
Self-driving shuttle services halted after sudden stop causes injury
Vehicle safety regulators have ordered the halt of multiple EasyMile self-driving shuttle services in the U.S. following an incident in Columbus, Ohio.
Tesla’s Autopilot is in the hot seat again over driver misuse
Tesla’s Autopilot is in the hot seat again over driver misuse
Tesla isn't doing enough to prevent the misuse of its Autopilot feature, according to the National Transportation Safety Board, which has called the firm out.
This robot will change your tires in a fraction of the time a mechanic can
This robot will change your tires in a fraction of the time a mechanic can
RoboTire is building robots which can change the tires on a car in a fraction of the time it takes a mechanic to do it. Here's what the company has planned.
Polestar’s Precept concept is an electric fastback with a recycled interior
Polestar’s Precept concept is an electric fastback with a recycled interior
Volvo-owned Polestar introduced the Precept concept, a fully electric fastback that previews where the brand is going in the 2020s. It could reach production.
Electrical tape on speed limit signs tricks Tesla vehicles into violations
Electrical tape on speed limit signs tricks Tesla vehicles into violations
Security researchers fooled Tesla vehicles into breaking the law by placing electrical tape on speed limit signs, showing another self-driving system flaw.
Giant new battery pack could give Tesla’s Model S 400-plus miles of range
Giant new battery pack could give Tesla’s Model S 400-plus miles of range
Tesla will keep its winning streak going by releasing a new, 109-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery pack that should give the Model S over 400 miles of range.
Tesla’s Cybertruck may be polarizing, but the Hot Wheels versions are pretty cool
Tesla’s Cybertruck may be polarizing, but the Hot Wheels versions are pretty cool
Now there's a way to own a Cybertruck of your very own, without the $40,000 price tag: Toymaker Mattel has announced it is producing two Cybertruck cars.
Tesla allowed to restart work on its first European Gigafactory
Tesla allowed to restart work on its first European Gigafactory
A German court recently halted Tesla’s construction work while it evaluated claims by protesters that building the Gigafactory would damage the environment.
Uber app adds safety feature to let you report a problem from the car
Uber app adds safety feature to let you report a problem from the car
Uber has added a new option to its app that lets you more easily report any non-emergency safety issues. It’s the latest effort by Uber to improve safety.
Uber and Lyft face a cheaper ridesharing rival in New York City
Uber and Lyft face a cheaper ridesharing rival in New York City
Myle, launched by a 20-year veteran of NY City’s taxi industry, will attempt to take on its established rivals with cheaper fares and no hidden costs.
Nissan launches $699-per-month subscription service in Houston
Nissan launches $699-per-month subscription service in Houston
Nissan is the latest automaker to experiment with a subscription service, which it is launching in Houston.
Polestar and Google plan a smartphone-like infotainment system
Polestar and Google plan a smartphone-like infotainment system
Polestar and Google are creating an infotainment system that will deliver personalized and contextualized content, identifying users via their smartphones.
Tesla Model S gets up to 390 miles of range via over-the-air software update
Tesla Model S gets up to 390 miles of range via over-the-air software update
Tesla released Long Range Plus variants of the Model S and the Model X with up to 390 and 351 miles of range, respectively. The Model S leads the EV range race.
Tesla ordered to suspend work on its first European Gigafactory
Tesla ordered to suspend work on its first European Gigafactory
Tesla has been forced by a German court to suspend construction work on its first European Gigafactory. The decision follows protests by environmentalists.
Mechanics will use Bosch’s VR tech to learn how to fix the Ford Mustang Mach-E
Mechanics will use Bosch’s VR tech to learn how to fix the Ford Mustang Mach-E
Ford will use Bosch-developed virtual reality technology to teach its technicians how to work on the electric Mustang Mach-E crossover due out in late 2020.
Ford recalls 230,000 vehicles over suspension issue that could cause a crash
Ford recalls 230,000 vehicles over suspension issue that could cause a crash
Ford's latest safety recall affects various vehicle models — including Flex and Taurus motors — that could have a serious problem with the suspension.
Tesla recalls 15,000 Model X SUVs to fix a power steering problem
Tesla recalls 15,000 Model X SUVs to fix a power steering problem
Tesla is voluntarily recalling 15,000 units of the Model X to fix an issue with the power steering. Owners can continue to drive their cars until it's fixed.
Uber’s new dial-a-cab feature is basically just an old-school taxi service
Uber’s new dial-a-cab feature is basically just an old-school taxi service
Uber introduced a new feature that basically turns the rideshare process back into a taxi service aimed at older adults, or for those that don't have smartphones.
LA fire department to go electric with first battery-powered fire truck in U.S.
LA fire department to go electric with first battery-powered fire truck in U.S.
The Los Angeles Fire Department will become the first in the U.S. to deploy an electric-powered fire truck, with the vehicle set for its debut run in 2021.
Researchers create artificially intelligent ears for cars to improve road safety
Researchers create artificially intelligent ears for cars to improve road safety
Researchers have developed tech that enables vehicles to understand and respond to nearby noises, giving the driver greater awareness of their surroundings.