Technologies

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  Study Finds Only 2.5% of EVs Have Had Their Battery Replaced

  A recent study has shown that only 2.5% of electric vehicles (EVs) have needed battery replacements. This research, conducted by Recurrent Auto, analyzed over 20,000 EVs revealing encouraging signs about battery longevity, especially in models manufactured after 2015. 

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 22, 2024, 12:23 p.m.
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  General Motors Patents Anti Road-Rage System That Can Potentially Control Your Car

  General Motors has secured a patent for an innovative system designed to monitor and potentially mitigate road rage among drivers. Officially titled "Vehicle Occupant Mental Wellbeing Assessment and Countermeasure Deployment," this new technology aims to ensure safer driving environments by evaluating the mental state of vehicle occupants.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 21, 2024, 9:57 a.m.
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  Harley-Davidson's LiveWire division has patented fake brakes for electric motorcycles

  Harley-Davidson recently secured a patent for synthetic brake systems in electric motorcycles. This innovative concept primarily focuses on the rear brakes of Harley's LiveWire electric brand. The idea is to replace traditional hydraulic brakes with regenerative braking systems, aiming to improve vehicle performance while reducing cost and complexity.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 20, 2024, 2:36 p.m.
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  Honda has modified a Peterbilt to run on a hydrogen fuel

  Honda's latest concept is a hydrogen fuel cell semi-truck, simply called the Class 8 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck Concept. The company will show it, along with other fuel cell vehicles, at the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo in Las Vegas on May 20.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 20, 2024, 10:46 a.m.
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  Honda F1 Technology Revolutionizes Electric Vehicle Weight Reduction

  Honda announced its ambitious plan to incorporate Formula One technology into its upcoming electric vehicles (EVs) to reduce their weight and enhance efficiency.

  Maksim Tropko

  May 16, 2024, 3:15 p.m.
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  Google is adding games, videos, browsers, and more to Android Auto

  Google announced a significant expansion for Android Auto, including new features like games, video capabilities, web browsers, and an enhanced app experience. This announcement was among the highlights of Google I/O on May 14, 2024.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 16, 2024, 10:14 a.m.
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  New iPhone Feature Reduces Car Sickness With Animated Dots

  Apple has introduced a new feature for the iPhone and iPad aimed at reducing motion sickness for passengers. This innovation, called the Vehicle Motion Cues feature, is designed to sync with the direction of vehicle travel, using animated dots on device screens.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 16, 2024, 9:39 a.m.
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  Mini is working on in-vehicle mixed reality tech

  Mini has unveiled an intriguing new technological advancement called Mini Mixed Reality, which blends the virtual with the real to enhance the driving experience. 

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 15, 2024, 2:52 p.m.
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  Lamborghini Launches Unique Vinyl Record of Iconic V-12 Engine Sounds

  Lamborghini has introduced an extraordinary vinyl record featuring the sounds of its most iconic V-12 engines. This release targets both car enthusiasts and vinyl lovers, marrying classic automotive excellence with vintage audio format.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 10, 2024, 12:17 p.m.
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  The new Volvo EX60 will be produced using an innovative mega-casting process

  Volvo is set to revolutionize its vehicle production starting in 2026 by introducing a new technique called mega-casting at its Torslanda plant in Sweden. The change will coincide with the employment of the SPA3 platform, marking the third generation of the brand's vehicle technology specifically developed for electric cars.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 9, 2024, 12:45 p.m.
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  Jeep and Marathon Watches Team Up to Create Military Inspired Timepieces

  Jeep and Marathon Watches have collaborated to create a new line of military-inspired timepieces. This partnership draws inspiration from the Jeep Wrangler 1941 Limited Edition.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 9, 2024, 10:55 a.m.
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  WattEV opens USA's first megawatt charge station with 1.2MW speeds and solar

  WattEV has opened the first electric truck charging depot in the US to use the new Megawatt Charge System. It can deliver up to 1.2 megawatts of power, the highest-speed charger available in the US. It also has solar and battery backup on-site and a unique partially grid-islanded setup.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 8, 2024, 5:47 p.m.
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  Ford is developing deployable door panels for SUVs, according to a new patent filing

  The removable doors on the Ford Bronco are great for off-roading, but not so much for highway driving. Based on a recently published patent for deployable screen doors, it seems the Blue Oval is thinking about ways to improve the customer experience.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 8, 2024, 9:23 a.m.
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  Hyundai Considering Pay-to-Use In-Car Features, Such as Heated Seats

  Hyundai is exploring the concept of introducing pay-to-use features in its vehicles, such as heated seats, to enhance car personalization.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 8, 2024, 8:31 a.m.
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  BMW removes clutch lever with new Automated Shift Assistant

  BMW Motorrad introduced the new Automated Shift Assistant (ASA) technology on May 2, 2024. The ASA offers riders a choice between manual shifting without a clutch or fully automated shifting. 

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 6, 2024, 4:12 p.m.
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  New Google Maps update brings useful UI changes

  Google has resumed testing a major redesign of its Maps app for Android, according to a recent report from 9to5google. The testing, which originally began in February but was halted for unspecified reasons, has now restarted with several improvements.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 6, 2024, 12:49 p.m.
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  Rivian unveils next-generation charger designed for all EVs

  Rivian unveiled an early look at the latest evolution of its Adventure Network DC fast charging network, including a new charger that can accommodate a wider range of electric vehicles (EVs).

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 1, 2024, 3:33 p.m.
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  Nissan expands availability of next-generation NissanConnect services in Europe

  Buyers of the refreshed Nissan Qashqai in Europe, can now enjoy a more personalized experience, through the integration of services such as Google built-in.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  April 30, 2024, 3:38 p.m.
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  A Formula 1-style restaurant installed 69 full-motion racing simulators

  The F1 Arcade, a new dining and entertainment venue in the Boston area, offers an immersive racing experience with 69 full-motion simulators that mimic iconic Formula 1 tracks.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  April 30, 2024, 10:41 a.m.
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  Mercedes-Benz resists full integration of Apple's next-generation CarPlay

  Mercedes-Benz has decided not to allow Apple's next-gen CarPlay to take over all its in-car screens. In a recent interview, Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Källenius articulated the company's stance to maintain control over their vehicles' holistic software architecture.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  April 30, 2024, 9:36 a.m.