GM’s electric pickup coming for Tesla and Rivian in 2021
GM’s electric pickup coming for Tesla and Rivian in 2021
General Motors announced that a 2021 debut is in the works for an all-electric pickup truck to go up against competition from Tesla and Rivian for the business of a new kind of truck buyer who will embrace an electric platform.
2019 LA Auto Show: Highlights, headlines, and everything awesome
2019 LA Auto Show: Highlights, headlines, and everything awesome
You'd think the LA Auto Show would focus solely on electric cars, but that's not the case. While we saw some pretty cool hybrid and electric cars, high-performance models were everywhere, and it's clear that buyers still love SUVs. We've singled out the most noteworthy cars unveiled during the event.
GM recalls 640,000 vehicles for carpet fire risk
GM recalls 640,000 vehicles for carpet fire risk
A faulty seat belt pretensioner could expel hot gases and ignite carpeting after an accident in 2019-2020 GM trucks. In all 640,000 trucks are involved in the recall, although GM believes only one percent of those are actually at risk.
MIT finds that it might take a long time for EVs to be as affordable as you want
MIT finds that it might take a long time for EVs to be as affordable as you want
According to a study, MIT found flaws in the theory that electric vehicles could achieve price parity with gas-powered ones in the next five years. The biggest factor is the price of lithium-ion batteries, which make up a huge chunk of an EV's cost.
Volkswagen to cease all non-electric motor sports programs
Volkswagen to cease all non-electric motor sports programs
Volkswagen will be ceasing all motor sports ventures that incorporate an internal combustion engine, according to a statement released Friday. The move further underlines Volkswagen's commitment to electric vehicles (EVs), and comes as a surprise to the motor sports world.
Digital Trends Live: Cybertruck reveal, a new Half-Life, and more
Digital Trends Live: Cybertruck reveal, a new Half-Life, and more
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, hosts Greg Nibler and Nick Mokey dive into the biggest trending news stories in tech, including Tesla’s Cybertruck reveal, Facebook may address political ads, Half-Life Alyx release date, a drone gets launched from a cannon, and more.
What I saw at the LA Auto Show gives me hope for humanity
What I saw at the LA Auto Show gives me hope for humanity
LA is the biggest car sales city, in the biggest car sales state, in the second largest car sales country. And Los Angeles has particular tastes as to what it wants from a new car. So when the 2019 LA Auto show opened it's doors, we angelenos got exactly what we wanted.
With the Cybertruck, Musk brings a phaser to a gunfight. Will anybody buy it?
With the Cybertruck, Musk brings a phaser to a gunfight. Will anybody buy it?
Tesla built a better pickup truck based on its specs. It's big, it's powerful, and it looks like nothing else on the market, But can Elon Musk's Cybertruck win buyers in a market where image is king, trucks are a huge part of individual identity, and cyberpunk is a head-scratcher?
How to watch Elon Musk unveil the Tesla Cybertruck, a new electric pickup truck
How to watch Elon Musk unveil the Tesla Cybertruck, a new electric pickup truck
Tesla CEO Elon Musk will unveil the company's much-anticipated Cybertruck electric pickup truck on Thursday evening, part of the company's push to break into a segment of the automobile market that's largely been ignored by electric carmakers. Here's how to watch the event live.
Rumor has it that Ford will build a tuned Shelby edition of the new Mach-E
Rumor has it that Ford will build a tuned Shelby edition of the new Mach-E
The polarizing response to Ford's announcement of a new Mach-E Mustang immediately started a rumor mill of ideas, including the possibility of a Shelby version of the electric vehicle. Hardcore Mustang enthusiasts are slow in accepting a four-door pony car with the name Mustang.
Eyesight Technologies’ in-car A.I. can tell when drivers smoke or use phones
Eyesight Technologies’ in-car A.I. can tell when drivers smoke or use phones
Computer vision startup Eyesight Technologies has developed new in-car monitoring technology for spotting when drivers are using cell phones or smoking while behind the wheel. These major potential causes of car accidents stop drivers from focusing fully on the road in front of them.
2020 Rad Power Bikes RadRunner: Build it your way
2020 Rad Power Bikes RadRunner: Build it your way
Rad Power Bikes' retro moped-style RadRunner exemplifies the company's vision for e-bikes more than any previous models. When Rad designed the RadRunner, every decision, including features to add and those to leave out, was based on two principles: value and utility.
Recording rides won’t fix Uber’s assault problem, lawyers say, but it’s a start
Recording rides won’t fix Uber’s assault problem, lawyers say, but it’s a start
Uber announced a new feature on the app: The ability to make audio recordings of rides and send the audio to Uber in the case of severe misconduct. Attorneys who work with rideshare assault survivors agree that this is "a step in the right direction," even if it's not an all-out solution.
New Hyundai Ioniq electric vehicle gets big boosts in range and horsepower
New Hyundai Ioniq electric vehicle gets big boosts in range and horsepower
Hyundai pulled the cover off the 2020 Ioniq Electric in Los Angeles today, revealing that it has received a whole host of upgrades over the previous model. Giving showgoers a peek into future crossover plans, Hyundai also gave a glimpse of a new concept called the Vision T.
Volkswagen found something fun to do with its Atlas Cross Sport family hauler
Volkswagen found something fun to do with its Atlas Cross Sport family hauler
Despite having the word sport in its name, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport isn't a very sporty vehicle. But VW slapped its name on a Baja 1000 off-road racer anyway. The Atlas Cross Sport race truck was unveiled at the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show, and will race in the 2020 Baja 1000.
Mercedes-Benz’s electric EQC is one of the most affordable cars in its segment
Mercedes-Benz’s electric EQC is one of the most affordable cars in its segment
Mercedes-Benz is taking another shot at the electric car segment with a crossover named EQC. It's GLC-like in size, proportions, and design, but it's electric-only -- don't look for a V6 here. Sales begin nationwide in 2020. Will Mercedes-Benz catch up to Jaguar's sporty, segment-bending I-Pace crossover?
Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring adds plug-in hybrid power
Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring adds plug-in hybrid power
At the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show, Lincoln announced it is adding a second plug-in hybrid to its lineup with the Corsair Grand Touring. The crossover boasts 266 horsepower and an electric range of 25 miles. Lincoln will launch the Corsair Grand Touring in summer 2020, with pricing to be announced closer to that time.
2020 Karma Revero GTS adds performance to go with its sleek looks
2020 Karma Revero GTS adds performance to go with its sleek looks
The 2020 Karma Revero GTS is a sportier version of the recently unveiled Karma Revero GT plug-in hybrid. The GTS adds torque vectoring and is quicker from zero to 60 mph, according to Karma. It carries a $149,950 price tag, and starts production in 2020 at Karma's California factory.
Pint-sized 2021 Kia Seltos crossover could be a great tech value
Pint-sized 2021 Kia Seltos crossover could be a great tech value
The 2021 Kia Seltos is coming to the United States after launching overseas. While it will be one of Kia's cheaper models, the Seltos will offer a long list of available tech features. Kia expects a base LX model to start around $22,000 with all-wheel drive when the Seltos goes on sale next year.
Hyundai shocks us with its mid-engined RM19 sports car concept
Hyundai shocks us with its mid-engined RM19 sports car concept
Hyundai revealed its all-new RM19 mid-engine racing prototype at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The latest idea from Hyundai’s performance N sub-brand carries a two-liter engine rated at 390 horsepower, and points the way toward future road cars. It’s not a production model, but we’re hoping it becomes one.
2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback is all about style, but still has substance
2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback is all about style, but still has substance
The 2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback is the follow-up to Audi's first mass-market electric car. The Sportback takes the mechanical package from the standard E-Tron and wraps it in sleeker bodywork. The Audi E-Tron Sportback made its public debut at the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show.
Uber thinks you’ll trade privacy for greater safety with new recording feature
Uber thinks you’ll trade privacy for greater safety with new recording feature
Your Uber rides will soon be audio recorded as part of a new security feature aimed at increasing riders’ safety. Uber will begin to pilot the audio-recording feature in cars in Latin America starting in December, with the feature eventually rolling out to U.S. riders pending state-by-state approval.
Would you guess that the 600-horsepower 2020 Audi RS Q8 is a hybrid?
Would you guess that the 600-horsepower 2020 Audi RS Q8 is a hybrid?
The flagship of Audi's SUV range is also the latest addition to its growing portfolio of hybrids. Sure, the RS Q8 packs a 600-horsepower V8 engine, but it relies on a 48-volt mild hybrid system to keep fuel economy in check. It gains chassis upgrades, plus an RS-specific version of the standard Q8's technology.
The Bloodhound Land Speed Car saw its paint peel off in a 600-plus-mph test run
The Bloodhound Land Speed Car saw its paint peel off in a 600-plus-mph test run
Former RAF pilot Andy Green and the Bloodhound LSR team made considerable strides on the floor of the South African desert testing the car for further assaults on its own land speed record, and then the 1,000-mile-per-hour barrier.
Horsepower and 3D-printing collide in the hottest Mini hatchback to date
Horsepower and 3D-printing collide in the hottest Mini hatchback to date
The Mini John Cooper Works GP concept first seen at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show will go into production in 2020, the firm has confirmed. The 300-plus-horsepower John Cooper Works GP is the ultimate performance version of the Mini Cooper hatch, and production will be limited to 3,000 examples worldwide.
Bird offers free e-scooter rides in exchange for a certain kind of selfie
Bird offers free e-scooter rides in exchange for a certain kind of selfie
Bird is offering free rides on its electric scooters if you snap a selfie wearing a helmet at the end of a trip. It's part of the company’s ongoing efforts to promote more responsible use of its app-based service as regulators across the country continue to scrutinize their safety.
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime adds fuel efficiency and power in equal measure
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime adds fuel efficiency and power in equal measure
The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime is a plug-in hybrid version of the popular RAV4 crossover. It may also be the best version. The Prime is the most powerful, quickest accelerating, and most fuel-efficient RAV4, Toyota claims. The RAV4 Prime debuts at the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show and goes on sale in 2020.
Lexus did the obvious thing and chopped the top off its flagship LC
Lexus did the obvious thing and chopped the top off its flagship LC
The Lexus LC was always going to look great as a convertible, and now we'll get to find out if it's great to drive as a convertible as well. The LC will finally drop its top in summer 2020. That'll make it easier to hear the soundtrack of the LC's thumping 5.0-liter V8 engine.
Too hip for a minivan? Check out VW’s all-electric ID.Space Vizzion concept
Too hip for a minivan? Check out VW’s all-electric ID.Space Vizzion concept
The Volkswagen ID.Space Vizzion is the latest in a series of electric concept cars from the company. It previews a potential production model with a 300-mile range. Volkswagen claims the ID.Space Vizzion's interior was made using only sustainable materials, and that the car is very aerodynamic.
2021 Aston Martin DBX is perfect for a 00 agent with a family
2021 Aston Martin DBX is perfect for a 00 agent with a family
Aston Martin is finally launching its first SUV, the 2021 DBX. With 542 horsepower and a high-tech suspension system, the DBX should have the moves of a traditional Aston Martin. Engineers also spent a lot of time on the "utility" aspect of this SUV. The DBX starts at $189,900.
Audi once again pushes the envelope with headlights that are frickin lasers
Audi once again pushes the envelope with headlights that are frickin lasers
Audi has pioneered countless technological advancements and improvements, from safety systems to vehicle construction methods. But good lord do they like themselves some headlights. Audi has easily been the most influential headlight maker and now they are back with frickin laser headlights.
Tesla begins rolling out its fast-charging V3 Superchargers
Tesla begins rolling out its fast-charging V3 Superchargers
Tesla has rolled out the V3 Supercharger which has the capacity to fully charge a vehicle in as little as 15 minutes. A quick five minute charge can give an owner in a hurry a 75 mile range. Tesla is adding this new charging technology to its network of 12,000 charging stations worldwide.
Digital Trends Live: Stadia’s launch, Facebook’s meme app, Apple Event
Digital Trends Live: Stadia’s launch, Facebook’s meme app, Apple Event
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, hosts Greg Nibler and Nicole Raney break down the biggest trending stories in tech, including today’s launch of Google Stadia, Facebook’s meme-creation app, December’s Apple Event, Impossible Burger cooks up controversy, bidding on the moon, and more.
Elon Musk sets aside rivalries to praise one of Tesla’s competitors
Elon Musk sets aside rivalries to praise one of Tesla’s competitors
It's rare for an automotive industry executive to acknowledge a competitor's product, let alone praise it, so Elon Musk's comments surprised us. He congratulated Ford for making the Mustang Mach E, an electric crossover slated to enter production in 2020. The Mach E will compete directly against the Tesla Model Y.