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2025 Porsche Macan Electric front quarter view.

This week in EV tech: Making an EV into a Porsche

This week in EV tech, we look at why the 2025 Porsche Macan Electric lives up to its brand image.
Waymo Jaguar I-Pace

Atlanta’s robotaxi fans spark a quirky Uber trend

Waymo's robotaxis have been in the city for the last couple of months. And something's happening ...
monterey ford 30k pickup cadillac elevated velocity

The week in EV tech: Glitz on the coast, grit from Detroit

Monterey Car Week features exclusive, luxury concept EVs while Ford follows through its "Model T moment" promise with a $30K midsize EV pickup.
A robot painting graffiti on the walls of Tesla's Berlin Gigafactory.

Watch this robot muralist cover a Tesla gigafactory in graffiti

The aim is to cover all of the gigafactory's exterior walls in different artwork.
Saweetie helping to launch Waymo's new integrated Spotify feature.

Waymo’s robotaxis add better beats to the backseat

Waymo's robotaxis now offer a more personalized listening experience. But not for everyone ...
A Tesla in FSD as it makes its way from San Francisco to Los Angeles.

Tesla time-lapse video shows FSD trip from SF all the way to LA

The driver was ready to intervene, but never needed to.
A Lamborghini seized by London's Met Police in August 2025.

Why did London cops seize 72 luxury cars in just three days?

London's Metropolitan Police impounded Ferraris, Lamborghinis, and Bentleys and other luxury vehicles in a three-day operation.
Acura RSX Prototype poking out of the shadows.

This week in EV tech: New EVs to look forward to

The next few months will bring several notable EV debuts.
Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 with mobile UI in view

This Garmin dash cam is one of our favorites, and it’s on sale from Walmart

The Garmin Mini 3 is a compact dash cam that's packed with features. You can get it from Walmart for a more affordable price right now following a $31 discount.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk behind the wheel of a Cybertruck.

Look what the U.S. Air Force has in store for the Cybertruck!

The U.S. Air Force is putting the Cybertruck in the crosshairs. Literally.
ford modelt moment unnamed 8

The week in EV tech: Ford’s EV gambit and the quiet charging revolution

Ford may introduce EREVs as part of new 'Model T moment'
A Tesla steering wheel.

Tesla brings its robotaxi service to San Francisco (sort of)

It doesn't yet have the permits to call it a robotaxi service.
Alarm.com Carplay integration

Alarm.com comes to Apple CarPlay, now there’s no excuse not to arm your home on the go

The Alarm.com app is now available in Apple's Carplay so you can easily arm and disarm your alarm system.
General Motors Advanced Design California Corvette concept.

This week in EV tech: California dreaming

This week's EV news includes a striking Corvette concept, a puzzling electric minivan, and battery-tech updates.
The Tesla Diner in Hollywood.

8 things to know about the first-ever Tesla Diner

Tesla's first diner has just opened. Here's what to know.
Interior of the Tesla Diner.

Explore Tesla’s first-ever diner in this walk-through video

Take a look inside the Tesla Diner, which opened in Hollywood on Monday.
A render of Elon Musk's futuristic Tesla diner

Elon Musk now wants you to eat at a Tesla Diner, and it opens today

With two 45-foot screens, 80 Superchargers, and an extensive menu, the Tesla Diner is ready to take your order.
The Faraday FX Super One on a driveway, with a family surrounding the car

Faraday’s latest EV has a massive screen instead of a grille, with its own AI avatar

Do you want an AI avatar that represents you, on the front of your car?
lucid robotaxi ford manual nuro uber

The week in EV tech: Hands-free highways and hands-on nostalgia

While Tesla and Waymo continue to dominate the robotaxi conversation, Lucid enters the fray with a $300 million joint venture with Uber and Nuro.
A car in a modern Swedish testing facility

A Swedish 6G lab is trying to create crash-free driving

Next-gen connections and edge computing are being combined to usher in a new future
A man sitting in the driver's seat, interacting with Google Maps on a central touchscreen

Rivian EVs receive juicy free mapping update to rival Tesla

Navigation in the Rivian R1S and R1T just got much better.
Uber app.

Uber shifts gear in the robotaxi race

Uber has partnered with a number of firms for robotaxi services, but this latest alliance is getting more attention than most.
Hyundai Ioniq 6 N profile view.

This week in EV tech: Hyundai’s 641-hp pebble

Revealed at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N repackages the Ioniq 5 N's gimmicks in a sleeker shape.
2026 Nissan Leaf front quarter view, studio background.

This week in EV tech: The shape of efficiency

EVs can't afford to ignore function for form, but the 2026 Nissan Leaf shows how both can be combined.
Rexing V1 dash cam

Best dash cam deals: Protect your ride from just $37

Want a dash cam? We've rounded up the best deals, along with tips on making the right choice for your needs.
A Porsche with a camera rig attached during filming of F1: The Movie.

F1: The Movie — Porsche takes you behind the scenes of Apple’s box office hit

Apple has scored its first major blockbuster with F1: The Movie. Porsche reveals how some of it was shot.
A Tesla Model Y driving itself to its new owner.

Watch Tesla’s self-driving Model Y perform a world first

The automaker would one day like to deliver all of its new cars this way.
Bentley Bentayga Speed tailgate.

This week in EV tech: What makes a good luxury EV?

Bentley has repeatedly pushed back its EV plans, but after a recent drive of the luxury brand's lineup, we're not sure why it's hesitating.
Movie theater audience watching Dolby Cinema content.

This movie will race to box office glory this weekend. Watch the trailer here

There’s only going to be one winner at the domestic box office this weekend. At least, Apple hopes so ...
Audi e-tron GT on a road, with the Audi and Dolby logos

New Audi models are getting a major Dolby sound upgrade

If you have a new Audi arriving this year, then you may be getting an audio upgrade.
A Tesla robotaxi.

Watch passengers take the first rides in Tesla robotaxis

Tesla launched its robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, on Sunday. Watch passengers take the first rides.
byd 900 miles 12 minutes seal

The week in EV tech: 900 miles, 12 minutes—EV charging just hit warp speed

BYD tests 12-minute charges for 900-mile range; The Nissan Leaf, the first mass-market EV along with Tesla's Model S, gets a revamp.
A Zoox robotaxi.

Take a peek inside the factory making tomorrow’s ride

Zoox's futuristic robotaxi has no steering wheel, pedals, or driver's seat.
Close-up of 2025 Audi SQ5 grille, headlight, and badge.

This week in EV tech: Audi exemplifies auto industry’s EV holding pattern

The road to the future runs through the present, and it’s not a straight line. This week, we’re focusing on how Audi is negotiating the twists and turns on the way to an electrified future. EVs are here to stay at Audi, but a gasoline crossover SUV is still the automaker’s bestselling model, and it’s not […]
A woman sitting on the Aventon Pace 4

I tried an e-bike for the first time and now I’m hooked

It’s not about being a 'bike person', it’s about finding small upgrades to everyday life, and this one genuinely delivered.
Silver Tesla Model Y Juniper side

Tesla’s robotaxi service is almost here, but it’s not the car you want to see

Tesla chief Elon Musk wants to launch paid robotaxi rides in Austin, and soon.
iOS 26, iPadOS 26 and macOS 26 shown on devices.

8 key things you need to know from Apple’s WWDC 2025 event

From a fresh look and updated names, to new features, more intelligence and live translation.