Car Tech

A new tire prototype from Goodyear uses variety of sustainable materials that could help improve fuel economy and EV range.

Applying heat directly to the body through heated seat belts could increase electric car range by up to 15% in cold weather, ZF claims.

With its first facelift since 2019, Android Auto brings Google Maps closer to the driver, adds more Google Assistant functionality, and adds some on-screen shortcuts.

Harman's exterior-mounted microphone and sensor could help detect problems to warn drivers of potential hazards faster.

BMW lets you add features to your car after purchase, in some cases via subscription.

Chrysler's EVs arriving from 2025 may feature cabin design inspired by the Synthesis concept.

China's Nio continues to lead in EV charging technology.

Volvo has hinted it may offer features via subscription, but only when there's a substantial benefit to the vehicle's owner.

Transmission engineer Rainer Wüst started working on dual-clutch transmissions in the 1980s and an early version of what would become the PDK appeared in 956 and 962 race cars.

Porsche is offering a new onboard charger designed to fit all Taycan variants, regardless of model year.

Rivian's R1T and R1S EVs now have 10 dedicated driving modes.

Some Lexus EVs will have the option of a manual transmission, the automaker has confirmed.

Mercedes-Benz and Bosch will initially operate their automated valet in the parking garage of Stuttgart Airport.

The controversial self-driving software not yet approved by federal regulators can now be accessed for Tesla owners who purchased the option.

LG's new technology turns materials inside the car into speakers.

GM is doubling the size of the Super Cruise driver-assist system's road network.

BMW's new 7-Series features a self-driving system backed by HERE's HD Live Map.

A demo of the Mercedes-Benz Burmester 4D sound system turned this author into a believer.

Volvo's user interface in the EX90 has been designed to reduce distraction for the driver.

GM may be preparing a follow up to its Crab Walk steering feature on the Hummer EV.