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In the Western world, some automated driving features seem to have fallen out of favor. Not true in China—and the reasons why offer a preview of auto industry changes to come. Continue reading Parallel Parking Is Stressful. Most Drivers Still Won’t Let the Robots Take Over
The tech, a waypoint between fully electric cars and gas-powered ones, has shown up in more and more US—and Chinese—vehicles. Can EREV tech get more drivers into electrics? Continue reading Automakers Are Hot for Extended-Range EVs. They Hope Buyers Like Them Too
During an event for Tesla’s new self-driving Cybercab—due out 2027—Musk revealed an expansive vision for cities transformed by a robotaxi revolution. Experts say the plan has some hitches. Continue reading The Paradox at the Heart of Elon Musk’s Cybercab Vision
At a media event this evening, Tesla CEO Elon Musk showed off the company’s new Cybercab and shared some details about Tesla’s plan to launch its own robotaxi service. Continue reading Tesla’s Cybercab Is Here
As it becomes clear that climate change devastation can hit anywhere, engineers are considering how best to protect vital thoroughfares from intense storms. Continue reading Hurricane Helene Destroyed Roads. Here’s How to Rebuild—and Flood-Proof Them for Next Time
Robotaxi firm Waymo will build its self-driving tech into the Ioniq 5. But what about its relationship with Chinese automaker Zeekr? Continue reading Waymo’s New Agreement With Hyundai Raises Questions About China
Some owners of Tesla’s electric pickup truck paid for the feature when they purchased it last fall—and now it’s starting to kick in. Continue reading Cybertruck Finally Gets Full Self-Driving (Supervised)
New US government rules for dog travel has led to more Fido-related confusion in the sky. Continue reading Somehow, the Dog Situation on Airplanes Has Gotten Even Wilder
EVs can burn for days, firefighters have little or no training to deal with them, and conventional equipment isn’t effective. But new technology is being developed that should make all the difference. Continue reading The Auto Industry Finally Has a Plan to Stop Electric Vehicle Fires
The next generation of Apple’s car dashboard software is supposed to debut this year. But another Apple product event has come and gone without any CarPlay news. Continue reading Where Is CarPlay 2?