Car Tech
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BMW is looking to take the stress out of parking with its upcoming Neue Klasse EVs.
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Stellantis patents rear-wheel-steering system
Stellantis has patented a rear-wheel-steering system that allegedly offers advantages to conventional designs.
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Ford patents solid axle with hub motors for EVs
A very different kind of EV powertrain could be in the works at the car company.
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Ford still working on roof-mounted airbags, files another patent
Ford continues to explore new possibilities for the traditional crash safety airbag.
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Google Maps update includes EV charging integration
Google Maps now shows EV drivers which charging stations have fast charging, and cars with Google built-in will suggest the best charging stops.
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Ferrari patents gas-thruster system to boost performance
In the future, cars could be fitted with thrusters to boost both performance and safety.
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BMW aims to have a prototype vehicle powered by solid-state batteries by 2025.
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Mercedes brings first legal Level 3 self-driving system to Nevada
Mercedes hopes to expand Drive Pilot to California in the S-Class and EQS sedan by the end of 2023.
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Ford patented a magnetic charger for EVs
The system would require the driver to line up the car with the charger and would accommodate both AC and DC charging.
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Lucid reveals its electric motor that powers Formula E
Lucid is one of the key suppliers for the Formula E electric-car racing series.
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GM files patent for AR auto-dimming windshield
A portion of a proposed auto-dimming windshield could dim to protect drivers' eyes from the glare of bright headlights.
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You can now add Apple CarPlay to even more classic Porsches
Porsche's retrofit infotainment systems with support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now available in more models.
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The rotary engine is back, though it's no longer fitted to a sports car.
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Hyundai Mobis reveals Ioniq 5 prototype that drives sideways
New e-Corner technology from Hyundai Mobis has the potential to bring new levels of maneuverability.
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Goodyear creates tire containing 90% sustainable materials
A new tire prototype from Goodyear uses variety of sustainable materials that could help improve fuel economy and EV range.
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Are heated seat belts the key to increasing 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.
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Google's Android Auto receives design makeover
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.
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Harman wants to embed sensors and microphones in cars to detect outside sounds
Harman's exterior-mounted microphone and sensor could help detect problems to warn drivers of potential hazards faster.
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BMW lets you add features to your car after purchase, in some cases via subscription.
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BMW i Vision Dee concept teases Neue Klasse's digital tech
BMW has revealed next-gen digital features pegged for its Neue Klasse range arriving from 2025.
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Chrysler previews next-gen cabin technology at 2023 CES
Chrysler's EVs arriving from 2025 may feature cabin design inspired by the Synthesis concept.
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Nio rolls out 500-kw charger, automated battery swap station
China's Nio continues to lead in EV charging technology.
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Volvo will limit software subscriptions to major upgrades
Volvo has hinted it may offer features via subscription, but only when there's a substantial benefit to the vehicle's owner.
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Porsche's PDK transmission goes back to 1980s race cars
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.
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