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SiriusXM software flaw let researchers unlock and start Honda, Hyundai, Nissan and Toyota cars remotely

A security flaw in SiriusXM connected vehicle services left vehicles from many automakers vulnerable to a hacker attack, which would allow the attacker to control various functions like unlocking doors and starting the engine. The good news, is that the issue has reportedly been corrected.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 5, 2022, 6:04 p.m.
BMW starts production of sedans and SUVs in Vietnam

BMW Group partnered with Truong Hai Auto Corporation to produce BMW vehicles locally in Vietnam. The co-operation will extend the BMW Group’s production network for vehicles in Asia, which now includes BMW Group Plants in India and Thailand, Joint Venture plants in China, and Partner Plants in Malaysia, Indonesia and now Vietnam.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 5, 2022, 5:41 p.m.
Lexus is developing an electric car with a manual transmission

Lexus has investigated how a battery electric vehicle might be equipped with a manual transmission – a project that has progressed to focused development using a research prototype based on the UX 300e compact SUV, equipped with a gear lever and a clutch pedal.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 5, 2022, 5:09 p.m.
Toyota works on Corolla Cross H2 with hydrogen combustion engine

Toyota's engineers designed the Corolla Cross H2 Concept - a working model of a hydrogen-powered car. Although it resembles a regular Corolla Cross small crossover, this vehicle can transport 5 people and their belongings with nearly zero emissions.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 5, 2022, 4:46 p.m.
iPhone users can now share their digital car keys with Google Pixel's owners to access the car

You can now share car keys between Pixel and iPhone devices, thanks to Google's new cross-platform feature. If you're using an iPhone running iOS 16.1 or higher, you can send your car key stored in Wallet to a Pixel device via communications apps like Mail, Messages and WhatsApp. On the other hand, Pixel users will be able to share their car access through Android's wallet app.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 5, 2022, 4:24 p.m.
Ford to provide 2,000 E-Transit electric vans to DHL

Ford, Deutsche Post DHL Group sign memorandum of understanding to jointly accelerate deployment of electrified vans used for logistics operations worldwide. As part of agreement, Ford will supply DHL with 2,000 electric delivery vans by the end of 2023.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 5, 2022, 11:47 a.m.
Airbus is developing a hydrogen-powered fuel cell engine for aircraft that has a range of 1,150 miles

Airbus identified hydrogen as one of the most promising alternatives to power a zero-emission aircraft, because it emits no carbon dioxide when generated from renewable energy, with water being its most significant by-products.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 5, 2022, 11:16 a.m.
Mercedes-Benz electrifies camping with the new small van EQT Marco Polo

For those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, Mercedes-Benz introduces two Marco Polo concepts that turn the EQT electric van into a camper. One is a full conversion while the other has a simple, removable module – perfect for weekend getaways.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 5, 2022, 10:39 a.m.
Toyota Land Cruiser will likely return to U.S.

The news that Toyota Land Cruiser will likely return to U.S. is definitely a welcome sight for those who have been eagerly anticipating the arrival of the new Toyota Land Cruiser J300 series. The Land Cruiser has long been a favorite among off-road enthusiasts and now they can look forward to experiencing the legendary reliability and performance of this iconic vehicle.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 2, 2022, 9:47 p.m.
2023 Volkswagen ID.3 teased, promising a sportier look and enlarged infotainment touchscreen

Although Volkswagen refers to the car in these images as a "second generation," it is likely still a facelift. Even though it is quite substantial.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 2, 2022, 9:28 p.m.
Delta 4x4 put the Mercedes G 500 on tracks for snow journeys

People love to put their cars on tracks for snow journeys because it gives them a thrilling and unique experience. Tracks for snow journeys provide better traction, so drivers can maneuver their cars in the snowy conditions with ease. Plus, the tracks also add an extra layer of protection from any potential damage from the elements or crashing into obstacles like trees and rocks.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 2, 2022, 9:11 p.m.
Ukraine now has MIM-23 HAWK anti-aircraft missiles to down aircraft, cruise missiles and other airborne targets

Surface-to-air missiles are a critical component of modern warfare. They function as an integral part of the air defense system by defending against airborne threats, such as aircraft, cruise missiles and other aerial targets. The acquisition of the MIM-23 HAWK surface-to-air missile system by Ukraine from Spain is an important milestone for the country's defense capabilities.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 2, 2022, 8:41 p.m.
Fiat launched the world's first showroom in metaverse

Inside the Fiat Metaverse Store, customers will be able to discover, configure and even complete the purchase experiences, "recreating the feel of a showroom from the comfort of their homes."

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 2, 2022, 8:07 p.m.
Stellantis and Qinomic to convert Light Commercial Vehicles with an internal combustion engine to an electric drivetrain

Stellantis and Qinomic, a high-tech company specialized in innovative and sustainable solutions for mobility, are partnering to create a proof of concept to convert internal combustion engine light commercial vehicles to electric drivetrain, while ensuring OEM quality and specifications, such as safety, durability, and type approval, are maintained.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 2, 2022, 7:45 p.m.
BMW commences production of small-series hydrogen-powered iX5 model

BMW's hydrogen fuel cell-powered crossover has already undergone extensive testing during its development phase and will now be used as a technology demonstrator for locally carbon-free mobility in selected regions from spring 2023.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 2, 2022, 7:19 p.m.
Tesla delivered their first electric Semi trucks: 3x the power of any diesel truck, with the range up to 500 miles

The long-awaited Tesla Semi electric truck has finally arrived! After years of anticipation, the first batch of Tesla Semi trucks have been delivered to customers across the country.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 2, 2022, 2:31 p.m.
Shell wants to use nuclear energy from small modular reactor power plants to produce hydrogen

Shell is partnering with NuScale Power in order to use nuclear power to produce hydrogen. NuScale Power plans to build small nuclear power plants for this purpose in the United States.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 2, 2022, 1:43 p.m.
Toyota starts developing a hydrogen-powered Hilux pickup truck

Fuel cell hydrogen vehicles represent a potential revolution in the automotive industry. The technology has been around for some time, but only recently are automakers beginning to make serious investments in its development and commercialization. Toyota is one such company that is actively developing fuel cell hydrogen vehicles, with the announcement of their new Hilux pickup truck being the latest example.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 2, 2022, 1:20 p.m.
Polestar 2 earned a five-star safety rating from US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

The Swedish electric performance fastback has earned an overall vehicle safety rating of 5 stars from the United States' National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This is the maximum score a vehicle can achieve in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 1, 2022, 7:24 p.m.
The electric Peugeot 408 with swappable battery already exists

However, formally it is not quite a Peugeot 408. It is a Dongfeng Fukang ES600. And as you have probably already assumed, it is sold only in China.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 1, 2022, 6:56 p.m.

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