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$1 is all it took for Texas to litter the state with Flock surveillance cameras from drivers’ pockets
Roughly 3,200 Flock cameras in Texas were funded through money raised by a $1 auto insurance fee originally approved to combat vehicle crime.
The resistance against Flock surveillance cameras has birthed a vigilante movement in the US
Across the US, growing privacy concerns over Flock’s AI-powered license plate readers have triggered a wave of pushback, with residents and city councils fighting back against roadside surveillance.
Volkswagen’s new $20,000 electric SUV shows what US buyers are missing
Volkswagen’s new ID. Aura T6 starts at around $20,000 in China, highlighting the growing gap between affordable EV options there and in the US.
Parents can now watch their teen’s Uber ride in real time
Uber is giving parents another way to keep tabs on teen rides, but its new live video feature also raises a few privacy questions.
Volkswagen launches $13,400 ID. Era 5S with 99 miles electric range
Volkswagen’s new ID. Era 5S starts at around $13,400 in China and combines plug-in hybrid power with up to 160km of electric-only range.
Hyundai’s new Ioniq V undercuts the cheapest EV in US by over $10,000
Hyundai officially unveiled the Ioniq V, its first China-exclusive EV, starting under $18,000 with a 27-inch display and dual AI chatbots.
BYD’s $37,000 Da Han EV offers range and features usually reserved for luxury cars in the US
BYD's new Da Han flagship EV sedan starts pre-sales in China at roughly $36,850 and offers up to 1,008 km of CLTC range.
The missing $20,000 EV: Why small, affordable electric cars don’t work on North American roads
Cheap electric cars thrive in Europe and China, but North America’s regulations, roads and obsession with bigger vehicles have left the affordable EV behind.
MG 07 electric sedan starts under $16,000 and it’s another sign that the US options are just bad
MG has officially launched the 07 sedan in China with both EV and PHEV versions, starting around $16,000, and a range that stretches all the way to 845km.
Study finds animated warnings can help distracted drivers spot hazards more reliably
A new study suggests a small animated character that points toward danger could help distracted drivers spot hazards they might otherwise miss.
Genesis launched a flagship electric SUV and gave it more power than the Ferrari Amalfi
Genesis has unveiled the GV90, its largest electric SUV yet, packing 657 horsepower, a massive battery, lounge-like luxury and an unusual roof-mounted airbag.
Apple Wallet driver’s licenses are coming to North Carolina, but there’s a catch
North Carolina is preparing digital driver's licenses, with Apple Wallet support expected in early 2027 after an initial NC Wallet rollout.
All 2027 GM cars will be able to charge using Tesla Superchargers anywhere in the country
GM will equip every 2027 Chevrolet, Cadillac and GMC EV with a native NACS port, making Tesla Supercharger and other compatible fast chargers easier to use.
Lamborghini’s latest Revuelto SV puts the F in fun with a special drive mode
Lamborghini's new Revuelto SV brings 1,050 hp, sharper handling, GT3-derived technology and a dedicated Pilota driving mode to its V12 hybrid supercar.
Ferrari’s newest one-off took two years to build, and only one person will ever drive it
Ferrari unveiled the CZ26 at Pebble Beach, a one-off supercar built on the SF90 Stradale's bones but wrapped in a completely new, 1970s-inspired design.
Rivian refreshes its 2027 R1 lineup with new trims and a big seating upgrade
The 2027 Rivian R1S finally offers optional captain's chairs, while the whole R1 lineup gets simplified trims and a fresh Esker Silver paint option.
BYD just dropped a $16,000 car into an EV price war America can’t compete with
BYD’s new Seal 06 starts at $14,700 as a plug-in hybrid and $16,100 as a full EV, bringing flash charging, long range, and high-end tech to bargain-car pricing.
Volkswagen’s $17,000 plug-in hybrid makes America’s cheapest EV look overpriced
Volkswagen’s new ID. Era 5S starts at just $17,175 in China, putting a huge price gap between it and America’s cheapest electric cars.
Kia’s 2027 EV3 could be the affordable EV we’ve been waiting for
Kia finally priced the EV3 for the US, and it starts under $32k. Here's what you get in range, charging speed, and trims before it lands at dealers.
Over 500,000 Toyota Camrys recalled over a blank digital dashboard
Toyota is recalling 508,354 2025-2026 Camry Hybrids after a digital instrument cluster fault can leave the display blank and hide critical safety information.
Volkswagen just gave the Atlas Cross Sport more power, more features, and more personality
Volkswagen reveals the redesigned 2027 Atlas Cross Sport, featuring a sharper exterior, upscale interior, 282-horsepower engine, and new tech.
Ford’s new AI assistant saves you from googling that dashboard warning light
Ford officially rolls out an AI assistant through its Ford and Lincoln apps, answering vehicle-specific questions about towing, maintenance, and fuel using live data.
Ford finally pulls off the sub-$30K electric truck it promised years ago
Ford reveals the Fathom, its affordable electric pickup starting at $29,945, with a 300-mile range, production in Louisville, and deliveries beginning in 2027.
EVgo is bringing Tesla V4 Superchargers to its US charging network
EVgo will deploy hundreds of Tesla V4 Superchargers under a licensing deal, offering 500kW charging, Magic Dock compatibility, and visibility in Tesla's navigation starting this fall.
Europe is reaping the benefits of an open market with a terrific $22K EV, while the US market stays boring
Geely's E2 hatchback launches in Belgium at $22,490, spotlighting how far ahead Europe and China are on affordable EVs.
Google Assistant finally has a shutdown date, and it’s only weeks away
Google will begin phasing out Assistant on eligible mobile devices from September 4, replacing it with Gemini while leaving some unsupported devices, cars, and smart-home hardware temporarily unaffected.
Your next boat could finally feel like your car, thanks to this major navigation upgrade
Getting around on the water is about to feel a lot more like driving your car, with smarter navigation arriving right at the helm.
Volvo’s purported EX50 could be the budget-friendly plot twist nobody saw coming
Volvo's rumored EX50 electric SUV could replace the EX40 in 2027 with more space, a lower price, and a fresh look.
Xiaomi just launched an SUV with seven seats and a bedroom upstairs
The Xiaomi SkyNomad N90 Max combines seven seats, a transforming cabin, an optional rooftop bedroom, and 1,705km of claimed range for around $44,400.
Mazda chief says the MX-5 Miata could go electric
Mazda says the next-generation MX-5 Miata is being designed with an electric future in mind, without giving up its lightweight sports car DNA.
Mercedes-Benz reveals the 2028 GLA in two flavors and plenty of cool tech
Mercedes-Benz revealed the redesigned 2028 GLA in electric and hybrid form, featuring an 800-volt architecture, up to 408 miles of range, and AI-powered MBUX with Gemini and ChatGPT.
Hongqi says its new EV tech can charge a battery in just eight minutes, beating BYD
FAW's Hongqi brand claims a battery that charges from 10% to 90% in under 8 minutes, joining an increasingly wild Chinese EV charging race against BYD, CATL, and Geely.
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