The Lamborghini Museum houses 55 Years of technical innovation
The Lamborghini Museum houses 55 Years of technical innovation
The Lamborghini story begins with angry words between Enzo Ferrari and Ferruccio Lamborghini and ends with a company that currently creates some of the most exciting and revolutionary technologies is all the car world. Their Museum is a perfect place for a trip down a technological memory lane.
Technologies that can still save the internal combustion engine
Technologies that can still save the internal combustion engine
The good old internal combustion engine has been powering the world for over a century now, and despite the much-needed technological advancements in electric vehicles, gasoline power is not going away anytime soon. These new technologies will keep our gas-powered engines going into the future.
Fine, I’ll call the Mach-E a Mustang. But that giant screen has to go
Fine, I’ll call the Mach-E a Mustang. But that giant screen has to go
Just about all cars have some sort of screen for infotainment at this point, but it’s the mondo monitors that go too far. These aren’t displays, they’re dashtop computers, swallowing every car function, right down to A/C.
MIT is teaching self-driving cars how to psychoanalyze humans on the road
MIT is teaching self-driving cars how to psychoanalyze humans on the road
MIT CSAIL researchers have developed an algorithm for self-driving cars that aims to predict human drivers' personalities, determining whether they're selfless or selfish. In the process, they hope that it will help autonomous vehicles to more safely drive among them. Here's how it works.
Volkswagen CEO says ID.3 will be 40% cheaper to make than the e-Golf
Volkswagen CEO says ID.3 will be 40% cheaper to make than the e-Golf
Volkswagen has made changes to the way it is going to produce electric vehicles. Through design changes such as making the battery a part of the vehicles' structure and refitting factories for strictly EV construction, VW is looking to be the leader in EV sales worldwide.
Digital Trends Live: Ford’s Mustang Mach-E, more Stadia games, Iron Man jet suit
Digital Trends Live: Ford’s Mustang Mach-E, more Stadia games, Iron Man jet suit
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, hosts Greg Nibler and Drew Prindle break down the biggest trending stories in tech, including Ford’s Mustang Mach-E, more Stadia games, TikTok as a music service, an Iron Man jet-suit, a Boring dig in Las Vegas, and more.
All-electric Mini Cooper SE road-tripped from San Francisco to Los Angeles
All-electric Mini Cooper SE road-tripped from San Francisco to Los Angeles
Ahead of the 2019 Los Angeles Auto, the 2020 Mini Cooper SE did a road trip from San Francisco to the City of Angels. Mini's first mass-market electric car goes on sale in March 2020. Mini previously sent the Coope SE on a road trip from Munich to Frankfurt, but this California drive was much longer.
Acura adds some supercar touches to its MDX family crossover
Acura adds some supercar touches to its MDX family crossover
Contining the trend started by the TLX, the 2020 Acura MDX PMC Edition is built in the same factory as the NSX supercar. Acura PMC Editions get fancy Valencia Red Pearl paint, and go through the same thorough inspection process as the NSX. The MDX PMC Edition debuts at the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show.
BMW’s electric i4 will make its debut in 2021 with 530 hp, 300 miles of range
BMW’s electric i4 will make its debut in 2021 with 530 hp, 300 miles of range
BMW plans to launch a new electric car in 2021, according to a report. Called the i4, it has some serious specs. BMW is reportedly aiming for 530 horsepower and a range of over 300 miles. BMW has at least two other electric models in the pipeline, as well as an electric Mini.
Everything to get excited about at 2019 LA Auto Show
Everything to get excited about at 2019 LA Auto Show
The 2019 LA Auto Show is this week and it brings with it a whole host of reveals, announcements, and surprises. We will be there to bring you all the news as it happens, as well as getting in-depth with the most important new cars.
2021 Tesla Model Y vs. 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E
2021 Tesla Model Y vs. 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E
Ford drew inspiration from the Mustang to lock horns with Tesla; how's that for change? The Mustang Mach E (which shares nothing but a name with the actual Mustang) is aimed at the Tesla Model Y, and both are scheduled to enter production in late 2020. Here's how these two future rivals compare, and how they differ.
Jeep Wrangler EcoDiesel First Drive: By popular demand
Jeep Wrangler EcoDiesel First Drive: By popular demand
Wrangler fans will mark 2019 as the year Jeep fulfilled their two most frequent requests: a new Jeep pickup truck and a diesel engine. We got our hands on the diesel Wrangler and flung it around the red rocks of Utah to find out if it is any good.
Ford Mustang vs. Ford Mustang Mach E
Ford Mustang vs. Ford Mustang Mach E
The Mach E is the first Mustang off-shoot, and it takes the nameplate in a new direction because it's electric, it has four doors, and it's available with all-wheel drive. It's Mustang-inspired, not Mustang-based, so the two models share no parts. Here is how they compare in terms of performance, tech, and pricing.
How tech is making trucks comfier, smoother, and better for everyday drivers
How tech is making trucks comfier, smoother, and better for everyday drivers
Trucks are more expensive than they’ve ever been, but they are also more advanced, safer, and more comfortable than they’ve ever been, thanks in large part to widespread use of new technologies and better construction materials.
Lyft is pulling its e-scooters from six cities and laying off workers
Lyft is pulling its e-scooters from six cities and laying off workers
Lyft is removing its rentable electric scooters from six locations across the U.S. and laying off around 20 workers as it battles against a slew of competitors. The company, which launched its first scootersharing service in September 2018, will continue to offer its scooters to riders in around 12 cities.
Nissan recalls nearly 400,000 vehicles over fire danger
Nissan recalls nearly 400,000 vehicles over fire danger
Nissan is recalling nearly 400,000 cars across four models over a brake fluid issue that in rare instances could lead to a fire. Affected owners will be contacted starting in December, though if the vehicle’s anti-lock brake system warning light remains on for more than 10 seconds, action should be taken now.
Ford unveils all-electric Mustang Mach-E
Ford unveils all-electric Mustang Mach-E
Ford is making a huge leap of faith, planting their most prestigious performance car badge on a vehicle that shares precisely none of the Mustang’s traditional first principles. It’s incredibly fast and supremely cool, but is it really a Mustang?
The cutest cars from all around the world
The cutest cars from all around the world
The cutest car released during the 2010s doesn't come from an established automaker, and it's not part of the Cars franchise. Can you guess which one we're talking about? We've picked five of the cutest cars sold currently or recently around the world.
The Tesla Cybertruck, a cyberpunk electric pickup truck, coming Nov. 21
The Tesla Cybertruck, a cyberpunk electric pickup truck, coming Nov. 21
The wait for an electric pickup truck is almost over: Tesla says it will unveil its Cybertruck on November 21. Tesla CEO Elon Musk tweeted the announcement on November 6. The truck will debut at the Tesla design studio in Los Angeles, which is also the SpaceX headquarters.
What to look for when buying a used car
What to look for when buying a used car
The average price of a new car in the United States continues to rise, but you can buck this trend (and save a lot of money) by shopping used. From figuring out what you want to telling who you're buying it from, Digital Trends has compiled advice to help you buy a used car without getting ripped off.
2020 Audi R8 Performance Spyder First Drive: Super grocery-getter
2020 Audi R8 Performance Spyder First Drive: Super grocery-getter
The 2020 Audi R8 V10 has speed, looks, addictive exhaust noise, and lots of charm. But at two hundred grand, it needs to have a lot more to battle the competition in its class. We put it through its paces in the beautiful hills of Santa Barbara and found out what it's like.
Exclusive: Hands on with the world’s first electric crate motor
Exclusive: Hands on with the world’s first electric crate motor
Electric GT has developed the world’s first electric crate motor to drop into any project car you might have. We had to get our hands on it personally and talk to the mad geniuses behind this world first.
Fiat-Chrysler pressured dealers to take extra inventory to boost sales numbers
Fiat-Chrysler pressured dealers to take extra inventory to boost sales numbers
Recently Fiat-Chrysler recently had about 40,000 vehicles backed up in storage lots which was causing tension with some dealers who were being prodded into bringing on board more inventory than they wanted from the manufacturer.
2020 Audi A8 gains plug-in hybrid powertrain, sporty S8 model
2020 Audi A8 gains plug-in hybrid powertrain, sporty S8 model
The 2020 Audi A8 lineup gets a major update in the form of a new S8 performance model and two other new powertrains. The S8 features a twin-turbocharged V8 mild hybrid powertrain making 563 hp. Audi is also bringing an A8 plug-in hybrid model to the United States for the first time.
Check out the electric Ford Mustang Mach E before you’re supposed to see it
Check out the electric Ford Mustang Mach E before you’re supposed to see it
Leaked documents erroneously published on Ford's official website have given us an early look at the Mustang Mach E, an electric crossover whose styling draws inspiration from the emblematic pony car. It will make its official debut during an event scheduled for November 17, and deliveries will start in late 2020.
Inside Volkswagen’s plan to finally bring affordable electric cars to the masses
Inside Volkswagen’s plan to finally bring affordable electric cars to the masses
Volkswagen is opening its first factory dedicated to electric car production, the first step toward a goal of selling 22 million electric cars worldwide by 2028. Digital Trends got a firsthand look at the factory building the Volkswagen ID.3, the automaker's first mass-market electric car.
Uber just got hit with a massive fine over how it classifies its drivers
Uber just got hit with a massive fine over how it classifies its drivers
New Jersey has slapped Uber with a $649M fine to cover the cost of unpaid employment taxes that it says result from the ridesharing company’s misclassification of its drivers. Uber describes them as independent contractors, which exempts it from having to offer various benefits enjoyed by regular company employees.
Denver residents now have more opportunities to hail an electric Lyft ride
Denver residents now have more opportunities to hail an electric Lyft ride
Lyft is making 200 electric cars available to Denver drivers through its Express Drive rental program. The company claims this is the most electric cars it has ever launched at once. Lyft wants more ridesharing drivers to use electric cars, but feels additional backing from lawmakers is needed.
Daimler is taking a ‘reality check’ on self-driving cars over safety challenges
Daimler is taking a ‘reality check’ on self-driving cars over safety challenges
Daimler is reigning in expectations for self-driving cars, CEO Ola Kaellenius told a group of reporters. Safety has proven a greater challenge than originally anticipated, he said. Daimler is also unsure if it could make much money off the ridesharing fleets of self-driving cars originally envisioned.
How do you get people to take your electric supercar seriously? Set a lap record
How do you get people to take your electric supercar seriously? Set a lap record
A new Japanese electric supercar called the Aspark Owl will head to the Nürburgring in 2020 to attempt a lap record at the famous German racetrack. Aspark has to beat Porsche to secure a place in the record books. The Aspark Owl boasts a claimed 2,012 horsepower and zero to 60 mph in 1.69 seconds.
A fleet of Teslas drove 300,000 miles. Here’s what broke and what didn’t
A fleet of Teslas drove 300,000 miles. Here’s what broke and what didn’t
Tesla electric cars in the Tesloop shuttle service have racked up 300,000 miles apiece. Here's what issues those cars experience after accumulating high mileage. Tesloop owns seven cars, including Tesla Model 3, Model S, and Model X electric cars. They haven't been trouble-free.
Hyundai Motor Group develops world’s first Road Noise Active Noise Control tech
Hyundai Motor Group develops world’s first Road Noise Active Noise Control tech
Through six years of research and development and several partnerships across industry and academia, Hyundai finally unlocks the technology for a truly revolutionary noise-canceling system. It is lighter and faster than anything before it and it will debut on the Genesis line soon.
Ford’s 3D knitting tech ensures your seats won’t burst at the seams
Ford’s 3D knitting tech ensures your seats won’t burst at the seams
3D knitting lets Ford make seats from one giant piece of fabric, instead of stitching together up to 40 individual bits. This technique saves time, reduces waste, and allows for more customization. It's not quite ready for prime time yet, but the Blue Oval calls 3D knitting the future of car upholstery.
Hyundai is gearing up to release an American-made pickup truck
Hyundai is gearing up to release an American-made pickup truck
Hyundai will invest $410 million into its 14-year-old Montgomery, Alabama, factory to build the Santa Cruz, a truck it's developing for the American market. Several key questions remain unanswered, like whether it will use unibody or body-on-frame construction. Production is scheduled to begin in 2021.