Car Tech

Mercedes-Benz is exploring the potential for humanoid robots in handling low-skill, repetitive tasks at its plants.

GM has multiple ideas for an extendable bed on a pickup truck, as evidenced by recent patent activity.

A movable work station is the latest way Ford is thinking of making better use of frunk space in EVs.

Given the importance of aerodynamic efficiency for EVs, something like deployable mud flaps might make a lot of sense for an electric truck.

Rivian's bumper-mounted winch could be controlled through the vehicle's touchscreen.

Ford's new seat patent includes fold-out seat bottoms in the backs of the front seats so passengers could also sit facing backward.

Cars in the future may feature multiple aerodynamic elements hidden away when not in use.

In the near future, other cars and surrounding infrastructure will be able to warn you of upcoming hazards.

Hidden rear bumper storage could be used for secure package delivery to a vehicle.

After pouring time and money into chasing an a self-driving electric car dream Apple is reportedly moving on.

A patent shows a 2-speed transmission for EVs where one gear is for on-road driving and the other for off-roading.

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The proposed fins would telescope out from the rear wall of the cab like flying buttresses and be used on an electric truck.

Jeep Grand Cherokee buyers can get a hands-free driver-assist system that hasn’t been officially announced.

GM continues to update its true hands-free automated driver-assist feature.

AI-powered digital products are integral to the future strategy of Volkswagen Group.

The Active Air Skirt could improve the coefficient of drag of EVs by up to 2.8%.

Rivian's proposed bed rack system is stowable and could also be used for roof racks.

Recent Rivian lighting patents include lights in cross bars that could be used as brake lights and blinkers, and roof lights that would project forward to light up the bottom of an incline.

A senator from San Francisco has proposed a bill to limit speeds to 10 mph over the limit to curb traffic deaths.