Technologies

Hyundai, Kia cars will be part of Samsung's SmartThings ecosystem

Hyundai Motor, Kia, and Samsung Electronics have joined forces to make cars and smartphones work better together. The companies signed a deal at Samsung's research campus in Seoul to lead the way in connecting software-powered vehicles with mobile devices.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 26, 2024, 10:52 a.m.
Kia OTA update adds SoundCloud and enhances EV Route Planner and voice control

Kia has rolled out a new over-the-air (OTA) update for its vehicles, packing in 153 changes to improve the driving experience. The update is available for telematics-equipped Kia models from 2022 onwards.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 25, 2024, 12:34 p.m.
Mercedes-Benz increases top speed of its Level 3 automated driving system to 95 km/h

Mercedes?Benz is introducing the next version of Drive Pilot for conditionally automated driving in Germany. This evolutionary upgrade can now follow a vehicle on the motorway at up to 95 km/h.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 24, 2024, 3:18 p.m.
Nissan ProPilot 2.1 will remind the driver to move to the right lane after passing a vehicle

Nissan plans to add a new feature to its cars that will remind drivers to move out of the left lane. This change to their ProPilot driver-assist technology will start showing up in 2025 models.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 20, 2024, 1:40 p.m.
Waymo considers Hyundai Ioniq 5 for next robot taxi

The autonomous vehicle company has met with Hyundai more than three times to discuss using custom-built Ioniq 5 electric cars for its ride-hailing services in the US.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 20, 2024, 11:51 a.m.
UK drivers get green light for lamp post EV chargers

UK Power Networks has given the green light for older lampposts to be turned into electric vehicle charging points. This move will help more drivers charge their cars, especially in areas where people can't park off the street.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 19, 2024, 10:04 a.m.
IIHS: Drivers 'More Likely To Multitask' When Using Advanced Driving Assists

Drivers are more likely to multitask when using advanced driving assists, according to a recent study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The research found that people engaged in distracting activities 30 percent more often when these systems were activated.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 18, 2024, 10:44 a.m.
Ford brings karaoke to American cars

Ford is bringing karaoke to American cars for the first time. The company will start with its F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E models.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 18, 2024, 10:09 a.m.
JLR’s new ‘Rover’ is a robotic dog employed to protect brand’s EV facility

JLR has brought in a new guard dog, but it's not your typical furry friend. The company has deployed 'Rover', an AI-powered robotic dog, at its EV build and test facility in Coventry.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 17, 2024, 3:31 p.m.
Europe Overtakes America with First 3D-Printed Metal Parts in Space

The European Space Agency (ESA) has successfully 3D printed metal parts in space, marking a major technological breakthrough that could reduce reliance on Earth-based resupply missions and enable more sustainable, long-term space exploration.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 13, 2024, 3:35 p.m.
Nokian to add birch bark to tyres

Nokian Tyres has teamed up with Swedish company Reselo AB to make tires more eco-friendly. The two firms will work together to develop Reselo Rubber, a new material made from leftover birch bark.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 13, 2024, 9:33 a.m.
Factorial Energy and Mercedes-Benz present solid-state battery

Factorial’s all-solid-state battery Solstice achieves a high energy density that can extend EV range up to 80% and unlocks a more sustainable, energy-efficient, and cost-effective battery production process.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 11, 2024, 2:59 p.m.
Tesla integrates Uber driver navigation directly into its vehicles

Tesla and Uber have teamed up to make driving for Uber in a Tesla much easier. The companies have just launched a new feature that puts Uber's navigation directly into Tesla vehicles.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 10, 2024, 7:04 p.m.
Tesla Robotaxi to Feature Unique Charging Tech

Tesla’s upcoming robotaxi may feature wireless EV charging technology that no other automaker has perfected yet.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 9, 2024, 3:46 p.m.
Millions of Volvo cars will get a new generation of user experience in their infotainment systems

Volvo plans to update the infotainment systems in over 2.5 million cars. The Swedish automaker will start rolling out the new software next year for vehicles built since 2020.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 6, 2024, 4:44 p.m.
'Fully self-driving' Tesla vehicles may soon get the ability to reverse

Tesla plans to add reverse capability to its 'Full Self-Driving' (FSD) software in October. This update will address a major limitation in the current system.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 6, 2024, 2:51 p.m.
Ford patents in-vehicle advertising system that works like Google Ads

Ford Motor Company has filed a patent for a system that could bring targeted advertising to vehicles. The system works similarly to online advertising, using data to determine ad type and frequency.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 4, 2024, 12:47 p.m.
Volvo Trucks will launch a new long-range FH Electric heavy-duty truck in 2025

The truck will travel 600 km on a single charge, letting drivers work all day without stopping to recharge.

Maksim Tropko

Sept. 3, 2024, 6:24 p.m.
VW develops 100% bio-based leather alternative from industrial hemp

Volkswagen has teamed up with German start-up Revoltech GmbH to create car interiors using industrial hemp. The partnership aims to bring sustainable materials to Volkswagen models as early as 2028.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 31, 2024, 1:34 p.m.
Volkswagen brings multiplayer gaming to EVs and some internal combustion cars

Volkswagen is bringing games to its cars. The automaker plans to add casual multiplayer games to several of its models, including electric vehicles and traditional cars.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 29, 2024, 4:57 p.m.

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