Technologies

Mercedes-Benz adds ChatGPT to voice assistant: three million vehicles to receive update

Mercedes-Benz is expanding the functionality of its MBUX Voice Assistant by integrating it with ChatGPT and the Microsoft Bing search engine.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 20, 2024, 9:48 a.m.
Mercedes-Benz self-driving cars with the DRIVE PILOT system have been allowed to drive at 95 km/h on German autobahns

Mercedes-Benz has updated its DRIVE PILOT partially autonomous driving system and received approval for its operation from the German Federal Motor Transport Authority.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 18, 2024, 5:20 p.m.
BMW wants its cars to be able to detect heart attacks and strokes in drivers

The BMW Group and Universitätsmedizin Berlin (Charité) have started to explore the possibility of integrating medical technology into cars. The aim of the collaboration is to develop methods for predicting cardiovascular risks in drivers.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 13, 2024, 11:18 p.m.
Four more Porsche models get YouTube integration in the PCM system

Porsche is expanding the capabilities of the Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system. YouTube is now available not only in the electric Macan, but also in the 911, Taycan, Cayenne and Panamera models.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 13, 2024, 11:07 p.m.
Porsche EVs get smart charging scheduling function

Porsche has introduced the Charging Planner function for its electric vehicles. It is integrated in the My Porsche and Porsche Communication Management (PCM) apps.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 11, 2024, 2:24 p.m.
New York City cancels 3,800 parking tickets

New York City buses equipped with AI cameras made a big mistake. They issued around 3,800 parking tickets by accident, and nearly 900 of those went to cars that were legally parked.

Maksim Tropko

Dec. 4, 2024, 11:47 a.m.
Google Maps on Android Auto now features Waze user reports on route

Google Maps app now shows Waze driver reports. This integration has been noticed by some users of the mobile app as well as Google Maps users on Android Auto.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 4, 2024, 10:26 a.m.
Mercedes-Benz has taught its cars to park twice as fast

Mercedes-Benz has updated the Active Parking Assist function with Parktronic. The automatic parking process now takes place at speeds of up to 4 km/h and takes half the time.

Evgenii Ushakov

Nov. 29, 2024, 9:11 p.m.
Tesla Releases Heating Update to Enable Heating of Charging Ports

The company released a new over-the-air update that lets drivers turn on the charging port heater without warming up the whole car.

Maksim Tropko

Nov. 29, 2024, 6:21 p.m.
New Opel Mokka with Integrated ChatGPT for an Enhanced Driving

Opel is bringing a new level of intelligence to its cars. The German automaker has rolled out ChatGPT in most of its passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, giving drivers access to a wide range of information and entertainment options.

Maksim Tropko

Nov. 29, 2024, 3:45 p.m.
Renault Trucks E-Tech T with a 600 km range will be available in 2025

Renault Trucks is getting ready to roll out a new electric truck with an impressive range.

Maksim Tropko

Nov. 27, 2024, 3:25 p.m.
Mercedes-Benz wants to integrate electric car brakes into the engine-transmission unit

The German carmaker wants to minimise the need to service an electric car's brakes "because electric cars brake mainly by regeneration".

Evgenii Ushakov

Nov. 25, 2024, 7:32 p.m.
Mercedes-Benz is preparing to introduce the new CLA Class with new technologies.

Mercedes-Benz is gearing up to introduce a new CLA Class that will showcase its latest EV and 48-volt hybrid powertrains. The new model will lead an entry-level lineup that includes two SUVs, all based on the new Mercedes-Benz Modular Architecture (MMA).

Maksim Tropko

Nov. 18, 2024, 2:33 p.m.
Google has launched a new feature for EV drivers that makes it easy to plan trips with necessary charging stops

Google Maps is getting some cool new features just in time for the holidays. These updates will make life easier for folks planning road trips in electric cars, using public transportation, and looking for fun things to do.

Evgenii Ushakov

Nov. 14, 2024, 10:33 p.m.
Mining company unveils six-megawatt battery charger for Liebherr's massive haul truck

Fortescue has unveiled a six-megawatt charger that can fill up a 1,900-kilowatt battery in just 30 minutes.

Evgenii Ushakov

Nov. 8, 2024, 12:09 p.m.
Breakthrough range extender hybrid technology promises 1400km range and 12-minute fast-charging

Chinese carmaker XPeng has announced that it is developing a new Extended Range Electric Vehicle (EREV) system, abandoning its previous EV-only stance.

Evgenii Ushakov

Nov. 7, 2024, 10:38 a.m.
Electreon builds inductive bus chargers in Israel

Electreon is building wireless chargers for electric buses in Haifa, Israel. The company's working with TransIsrael, part of the Israeli Ministry of Transport, to make this happen.

Evgenii Ushakov

Nov. 6, 2024, 2:42 p.m.
TAG Heuer unveils the Senna-inspired Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon

TAG Heuer is launching a special watch to honor Formula 1 legend Ayrton Senna. The new timepiece, called the Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon x Senna, will be available just before a new Netflix series about Senna starts on November 29.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 31, 2024, 4:59 p.m.
Volvo Trucks launches next-generation safety systems to protect pedestrians and cyclists

Busy traffic situations pose daily safety risks to vulnerable road users. This is why Volvo Trucks is introducing two safety systems focusing on protecting pedestrians and cyclists.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 31, 2024, 4:25 p.m.
Tesla proposes that all manufacturers use one electrical connector standard - LVCS

Tesla has introduced a new electrical connector system called the Low-Voltage Connector Standard (LVCS). The automaker wants other car brands to use this standard too.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 29, 2024, 10:56 a.m.

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