Car Tech

The Japanese automakers aim to develop small internal-combustion engines optimized for motors and batteries—and it's unlikely to be a flat 4-rotor hybrid.

Ford may be planning its own position-sensitive dampers similar to Multimatic's DSSV design.

An electric car doesn't need a clutch, but GM's potentially developing one anyway.

Ferrari's proposed augmented-reality system would project the racing line and other information on a lens attached to a helmet.

Future Ford frunks could be cooled to keep groceries at the right temperature.

Honda expects to save around 220 pounds by utilizing F1 know-how for its 0 Series of EVs.

Future F1 cars may look very different during wet races.

Ford's coming up with ways to turn tailgating into an entertainment event with future electric cars.

Porsche's one-make race series will switch to carbon-neutral e-fuel this year.

Ferrari has joined the growing list of automakers looking at hydrogen-fueled internal-combustion engines.

A digital gauge cluster emulating the 1967-68 Mustang's joins the Fox Body skin that is already available.

Ford has a new sliding center console idea with specific applications designed for pets.

New patent suggests GM sees a future for electric racing.

Tesla has been hinting at a robotaxi since 2016, and now the company is just months away from revealing one.

Ford may be planning to add fold-out tables to its vehicles, similar to some luxury brands.

The system would use cameras to recognize an authorized user and electric motors to open doors, hatches, and trunks.

This patent for SUV loading ramps would help people better utilize their inherent cargo advantage.

Lego-like battery cells are being looked at to aid cooling, according to a GM patent.

The new safety feature is set to debut as soon as this year.

VW anticipates launching a commercial robotaxi service by 2026.