Car Tech
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Google's Android Auto now gets a split-screen view, support for different screen sizes and layouts, and the ability to stream content from a phone to a car's screen.
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Ford patents ability to remotely rev engineThe technology in Ford's latest patent is a bit of a gimmick, but could prove fun.
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Lexus’ yoke and steer-by-wire system paves the way to the future
Steer-by-wire could enable playing onboard video games, while the new yoke has more advantages than expected.
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Some self-driving taxi services lose safety driver in Beijing
The U.S. currently has the lead in the robotaxi race, but China is catching up.
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Jeep patents way to store Gladiator roof panels on a bed tonneau cover
Jeep has come up with a nifty idea for an open-top Gladiator.
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Ford-backed Cavnue plans dedicated lane for self-driving cars on Michigan's I-94
Cavnue's connected corridor could prove to be the next major step on the road to a world of self-driving cars.
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Ford has filed two patents to improve off-roading, including sand ladders to help a vehicle get unstuck in sand and a tank turn feature so a vehicle can turn within its own length.
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Nissan demonstrates next-generation collision-avoidance tech
Nissan is working on a next-generation collision-avoidance system that uses lidar.
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GM patents self-driving car that replaces human driving instructors
General Motors has patented a system for self-driving cars to train new drivers by providing real-time feedback.
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Why are carbon-ceramic brakes so expensive?
Find out all about one of the most expensive performance upgrades for your car.
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Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX electric-car concept hits 1,008-km milestone
Experimental compact car goes 626 miles on a single charge as automaker plots long-range electric-car future.
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Nissan is ready to build prototype solid-state batteries
The facility will allow engineers to study materials, design, and manufacturing processes for solid-state batteries that Nissan hopes to bring to market by 2028.
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Porsche's additional investment in synthetic fuel aims to offset carbon emissions.
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Ford patents crazier version of Rivian K-turn, Hummer EV's crab walk
The patent suggests wheels turning in opposite directions on each axle for off-road electric vehicle use.
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Porsche Track Precision app introduces free drive mode for those beautiful moments
The latest update to the Porsche Track Precision app allows drivers to use their smartphones to record special driving moments on the street and incorporate vehicle data to create 1-minute videos.
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Waymo's self-driving cars no longer require a safety driver in San Francisco
Waymo is a step closer to launching a driverless taxi service in busy San Francisco.
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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class coming with mild-hybrid, transparent hood tech
The redesigned Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is shaping up to be a technological tour de force.
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Self-driving vans from Toyota and Aurora partnership start testing in Texas
Toyota Sienna minivans controlled by Aurora's self-driving system are now testing in Texas.
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The H.O. version of the twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-6, the first of three Hurricane engines, will make more than 500 horsepower and 475 lb-ft of torque.
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Volkswagen software update for ID EVs improves charging, driver-assist tech
The update will be standard on ID vehicles moving forward and current owners will get it free of charge via an over-the-air update.
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Ford patents drift mode designed for a combustion engine or electric motor
Ford may be working on a drift mode designed for both internal-combustion cars and EVs.
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Fisker Ocean EV gets Intelligent Pilot driver-assist system utilizing digital radar
Fisker claims the world's first automotive application of digital radar will make the Ocean safer than vehicles with conventional analog radar sensors.
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Honda opens $124M wind tunnel facility in Ohio
Honda has opened a new wind tunnel designed to test both road and race cars.
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Mercedes-Benz tests automated valet parking and Drive Pilot hands-free driving in US
Mercedes-Benz’ automated valet parking and a Level 3 highway driving system appears to be headed for the U.S. as well.
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