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Biden administration may ban Chinese software used in self-driving cars

The U.S. government will soon decide whether to ban Chinese software in advanced self-driving vehicles. This move comes as part of broader efforts to limit Chinese influence in the automotive sector.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2024, 11:50 a.m.
Dodge is offering discounts of up to $7,100 to help clear out its excess inventory

Dodge is offering big discounts on some of its cars. The company wants to sell more vehicles that are sitting at dealerships.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2024, 11:29 a.m.
Mitsubishi kills the Mirage and becomes a pure crossover brand in the U.S.

Mitsubishi is saying goodbye to the Mirage in America. The company will stop making the Mirage and Mirage G4 models for the 2025 model year. This change turns Mitsubishi into a brand that only sells crossovers in the United States.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2024, 11:12 a.m.
US regulators close in on recall of up to 51 million dangerous airbags

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is about to announce a huge recall of airbags. They're saying up to 51 million airbags made by ARC Automotive and Delphi Automotive could be dangerous and need to be replaced.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2024, 10:15 a.m.
Ford Mustang Mach-E drives record 569 miles on a single charge

A Ford Mustang Mach-E has gone the extra mile - or 569 of them, to be exact. Bridgestone and Webfleet say they've set a new Guinness World Record for the longest journey by an electric car on a single charge.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2024, 9:31 a.m.
Land Rover has discontinued steel wheels for Defender. Replace with aluminum

Land Rover has decided to get rid of steel wheels for its Defender SUV. The company will replace them with lighter aluminum Style 9013 Gloss White wheels.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 6, 2024, 5:27 p.m.
The all-electric Dodge Charger Daytona has a new fake engine sound, more like a V8

Dodge gets ready to make some noise with its electric Charger Daytona. The car company will share more details about the EV this Friday, including an updated exhaust soundscape.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 6, 2024, 4:57 p.m.
Mercedes receives permission for Level 4 self-driving tests in China

Mercedes-Benz got the green light to test self-driving cars in China. The German automaker will run Level 4 autonomous vehicles on certain roads, making it the first foreign company to do so in the country.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 6, 2024, 3:46 p.m.
Lamborghini announced a line of beachwear and accessories. The cheapest towel costs $190

Automakers often venture into apparel, leveraging their brand loyalty for more than just free advertising. Lamborghini's new partnership with high-end clothing company Orlebar Brown exemplifies this trend, but there's a twist: most items in this costly beachwear line lack visible Lamborghini logos.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 6, 2024, 12:57 p.m.
Last V-8-powered Maserati delivered to owner

Maserati is preparing for the future by phasing out its current lineup. After discontinuing the V-8-powered Ghibli and Levante last year, the Quattroporte is now also making its exit along with the 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged engine.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 6, 2024, 11:27 a.m.
Nissan tests innovative automotive paint to reduce vehicle interior temperature in summer

Embedded metamaterial can lower cabin temperatures and reduce energy usage, taking the heat out of summer.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 6, 2024, 10:53 a.m.
Zeekr follows Nio in pilot use of humanoid robots on factory floor

Zeekr, the premium electric vehicle subsidiary of Geely Holding Group, has introduced a humanoid robot at its factory, following the example of Nio.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 6, 2024, 10:32 a.m.
South African Toyota Starlet Cross crossover is another example of badge engineering

Toyota has launched the Starlet Cross crossover in South Africa, which is based on the Indian-market Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor and Suzuki Fronx.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 6, 2024, 9:48 a.m.
Facelifted prototype of the Kia Sportage shows off its new boxy face and vertical headlights

The facelifted Kia Sportage has been spotted undergoing testing at the Nürburgring, showcasing significant design updates. 

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 6, 2024, 9:24 a.m.
Hungary to revoke green number plates from hybrid vehicles

Since 2016, plug-in hybrids and range-extended cars have had the same benefits as electric cars in Hungary. This will change on September 1, 2024. Only fully electric and emission-free vehicles will receive a green license plate.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 5, 2024, 8:11 p.m.
Nissan turns van into mobile designer hotel

Nissan has introduced the Caravan MyRoom in Japan, transforming the rear of the LCV into a "designer hotel" suitable for sleeping, working, dining, or relaxing.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 5, 2024, 4:12 p.m.
Ferrari kills the SF90 Stradale and the 812 GTS

Ferrari has decided to retire the SF90 Stradale, five years after its remarkable debut.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 5, 2024, 3:30 p.m.
More than half of Tesla owners are switching to gas, but that's an improvement - Edmunds

According to a recent study by Edmunds, the majority of Tesla owners have switched from electric vehicles to combustion engine models in 2024, with only 32 percent opting to stay electric.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 5, 2024, 3:14 p.m.
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe recalled in the U.S. over air bag problem

Hyundai is recalling nearly 50,000 Santa Fe crossovers due to airbag issues caused by wiring harness problems, which can lead to unintended airbag deployment or failure.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 5, 2024, 1:02 p.m.
Porsche Canopy Tent adds more outdoor options

Freestanding cube has a transparent plastic window and can be connected to a car via a weatherproof corridor.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 5, 2024, 12:06 p.m.

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