Android Auto could soon get smarter with Gemini shortcuts and home screen widgets
Google’s testing Gemini shortcuts and home screen widgets to make your drive faster and easier.
Watch this little humanoid robot pull a car with ease
Unitree's G1 robot displays remarkable balance and steadiness during the feat.
GM’s latest tech announcement is giving me deja vu
General Motors is trying to bring "eyes-off" driving to production cars by 2028. But familiar challenges remain.
Nissan’s Sakura EV goes fully self-sufficient, gets new solar roof
Nissan’s new Ao-Solar Extender system powers its best-selling Sakura EV using solar panels, generating up to 3,000 km of annual driving range while reducing reliance on traditional charging stations.
Google Gemini AI will soon make your GM car smarter than ever
GM is integrating Google’s Gemini AI into its vehicles starting in 2026, followed by an advanced “eyes-off, hands-off” driving system by 2028.
Tesla’s “Mad Max” driving mode is back, and it’s already bending the road rules
Tesla has quietly reinstated a controversial "Mad Max" driving profile in its FSD v14.1.2 release, allowing the car to exceed speed limits and perform aggressive lane changes.
6 exciting challenges awaiting Waymo robotaxis in London
Waymo's driverless cars are heading to Europe's ancient streets for the first time.
The Mercedes-Benz Vision Iconic might be too beautiful to actually drive
Mercedes-Benz’s new Vision Iconic concept car redefines luxury for the digital age. Blending heritage and innovation, the show car pairs an illuminated chrome grille and Level 4 automation with solar paint, neuromorphic computing, and a lounge-style interior draped in velvet and brass. It’s part sculpture, part laboratory, and all Mercedes Benz.
I did not expect this many innovative features in Porsche’s latest EV
From a "Flow Display" screen to wireless charging, these are the tech highlights of the Porsche Cayenne Electric.
Self-driving Teslas can’t stop breaking laws and raise federal eyebrows, again
Over 2.9 million vehicles are now being looked into for traffic violations made by its self-driving system
Google’s Gemini takes the wheel in Mercedes cars, and it’s more than just talk
Google’s Gemini AI is hitting the road, literally. A live demo with Mercedes-Benz showed Gemini handling in-car conversations with natural, context-aware replies. Integrated into the new CLA’s MBUX system, this next-gen assistant could mark the shift from simple voice commands to full-blown AI copilots that understand intent, not just instructions.
Ferrari’s first EV won’t fake it, turning real motor vibrations into a soundtrack
The four-door EV with 1,000hp and a 0-62mph time on 2.5 seconds will have a unique sound.
Scientists create smart indicator that can solve EV battery anxiety for good
Researchers at the University of California has come up with a smarter way to estimate the remaining range in an EV's battery.
Tesla reveals its most affordable Model Y and 3 EVs, but don’t miss the fine line
Tesla has released new affordable versions of the Model Y and the Model 3 EVs with some compromises.
Watch this Tesla drive itself off the production line with aplomb
It ends the drive with a spot of precision parking.
Cops pulled over an empty robotaxi for a violation. What happened next?
Regulators are still trying to catch up with the technology.
This week in EV Tech: Your emotionally-attuned AI car might soon be here
The emotionally-aware AI vehicle is near
This week in EV tech: Nissan turns over a new Leaf
The redesigned 2026 Nissan Leaf stays true to the original's mission of making EVs accessible.
Tesla has quietly ditched its most affordable Cybertruck
Tesla started selling it in April, but it can no longer be ordered.
This week in EV Tech: VW pushes budget EVs as Ram pulls plug on pricey truck
Volkswagen showcases affordable EV battery tech. Ram cancels electric trucks.
Major automaker continues to grapple with crippling hack
Production plants have been closed for well over a week.
This week in EV tech: Highlights from IAA Mobility
The 2025 IAA Mobility show featured some big EV news from the major German automakers.
This Week in EV Tech: Rivian adds Apple Car Key — is CarPlay next?
Rivian finally activates Apple Car Key; Stellantis steps back from self-driving tech.
Equip your car with this dual dash cam for your peace of mind — only $64
The 70mai A410 dash cam comes with a front camera with 2.5K resolution and a rear camera with 1080p resolution. It's on sale for only $64 from Amazon after a 54% discount.
Porsche acknowledges long EV charge times, wants you to game while you wait
Porsche and AirConsole announce in-car gaming in the new Porsche Macan
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This week in EV tech: Making an EV into a Porsche
This week in EV tech, we look at why the 2025 Porsche Macan Electric lives up to its brand image.
Atlanta’s robotaxi fans spark a quirky Uber trend
Waymo's robotaxis have been in the city for the last couple of months. And something's happening ...
The week in EV tech: Glitz on the coast, grit from Detroit
Monterey Car Week features exclusive, luxury concept EVs while Ford follows through its "Model T moment" promise with a $30K midsize EV pickup.
Watch this robot muralist cover a Tesla gigafactory in graffiti
The aim is to cover all of the gigafactory's exterior walls in different artwork.
Waymo’s robotaxis add better beats to the backseat
Waymo's robotaxis now offer a more personalized listening experience. But not for everyone ...
Tesla time-lapse video shows FSD trip from SF all the way to LA
The driver was ready to intervene, but never needed to.
Why did London cops seize 72 luxury cars in just three days?
London's Metropolitan Police impounded Ferraris, Lamborghinis, and Bentleys and other luxury vehicles in a three-day operation.
This week in EV tech: New EVs to look forward to
The next few months will bring several notable EV debuts.
This Garmin dash cam is one of our favorites, and it’s on sale from Walmart
The Garmin Mini 3 is a compact dash cam that's packed with features. You can get it from Walmart for a more affordable price right now following a $31 discount.
Look what the U.S. Air Force has in store for the Cybertruck!
The U.S. Air Force is putting the Cybertruck in the crosshairs. Literally.
The week in EV tech: Ford’s EV gambit and the quiet charging revolution
Ford may introduce EREVs as part of new 'Model T moment'
Tesla brings its robotaxi service to San Francisco (sort of)
It doesn't yet have the permits to call it a robotaxi service.