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Toyota poised to use Tesla-style gigacastings as soon as this year: report

Toyota is implementing gigacasting technology to enhance EV production efficiency and reduce costs, following Tesla's lead in automotive innovation.

Akio Toyoda Makes Subtle Dig At Elon Musk As Toyota Invests In Rockets

Toyota is expanding beyond cars into space technology to enhance mobility.
Investing in Interstellar Technologies marks Toyota's commitment to innovation in aerospace.

BMW Partners With Toyota on Hydrogen Vehicle Initiative

The BMW-Toyota partnership marks a major step in hydrogen fuel cell vehicle production, emphasizing technological advancement and carbon neutrality.

Toyota shows off its latest big idea for cold hydrogen vehicles

Toyota is advancing hydrogen vehicle technology with an innovative liquid hydrogen system that improves engine efficiency by reusing boil-off gas.

Toyota celebrates NFL partnership with the Ultimate Tailgate Tundra featuring satellite internet - Yanko Design

Toyota's Ultimate Tailgate Tundra offers an innovative tailgating experience, combining advanced technology and design for sports fans.

Toyota's RAV4 Dark Side Performance is a mysterious performance concept set to debut at Tokyo Auto Salon - Yanko Design

Toyota's RAV4 'Dark Side Performance' concept is a futuristic reimagining focused on street performance rather than off-road capabilities.

Toyota poised to use Tesla-style gigacastings as soon as this year: report

Toyota is implementing gigacasting technology to enhance EV production efficiency and reduce costs, following Tesla's lead in automotive innovation.

Akio Toyoda Makes Subtle Dig At Elon Musk As Toyota Invests In Rockets

Toyota is expanding beyond cars into space technology to enhance mobility.
Investing in Interstellar Technologies marks Toyota's commitment to innovation in aerospace.

BMW Partners With Toyota on Hydrogen Vehicle Initiative

The BMW-Toyota partnership marks a major step in hydrogen fuel cell vehicle production, emphasizing technological advancement and carbon neutrality.

Toyota shows off its latest big idea for cold hydrogen vehicles

Toyota is advancing hydrogen vehicle technology with an innovative liquid hydrogen system that improves engine efficiency by reusing boil-off gas.

Toyota celebrates NFL partnership with the Ultimate Tailgate Tundra featuring satellite internet - Yanko Design

Toyota's Ultimate Tailgate Tundra offers an innovative tailgating experience, combining advanced technology and design for sports fans.

Toyota's RAV4 Dark Side Performance is a mysterious performance concept set to debut at Tokyo Auto Salon - Yanko Design

Toyota's RAV4 'Dark Side Performance' concept is a futuristic reimagining focused on street performance rather than off-road capabilities.
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Honda shows off new EV prototypes at CES

Honda aims to revolutionize personal mobility with the Honda Zero SUV, blending emotional connection and advanced technology for intelligent driving.
#electric-vehicles

Scout Electric SUV And Pickup: Everything We Know

Volkswagen is reviving the Scout brand for a new line of off-road electric vehicles tailored for the American market.

Scout Motors' plan to ditch dealers is exactly what customers want

Scout aims to revolutionize car sales by selling EVs directly to consumers, bypassing traditional dealers entirely.

Aptera shows off a new solar-powered car that it swears will go into production

Aptera reveals a new solar-powered electric vehicle designed for maximum energy efficiency, aiming for production despite past challenges in securing funding.

Nissan Reveals R32 Skyline GT-R EV Conversion Ahead of Tokyo Auto Salon 2025 | stupidDOPE

Nissan is electrifying the iconic R32 Skyline GT-R, merging classic engineering with modern EV technology.

Rivian's Fancy New Charging Outposts Will Be Open To All EVs

Rivian's Charging Outposts are now open to all EVs, enhancing accessibility and user experience with upgraded facilities and amenities.

Honda Takes a Big Step Towards a Solid State EV Future

Solid state batteries are considered transformative for electric vehicles, potentially surpassing traditional engine technologies in significance.
Honda is set to begin operations on solid state battery production in 2025, aiming to redefine EV capabilities.

Scout Electric SUV And Pickup: Everything We Know

Volkswagen is reviving the Scout brand for a new line of off-road electric vehicles tailored for the American market.

Scout Motors' plan to ditch dealers is exactly what customers want

Scout aims to revolutionize car sales by selling EVs directly to consumers, bypassing traditional dealers entirely.

Aptera shows off a new solar-powered car that it swears will go into production

Aptera reveals a new solar-powered electric vehicle designed for maximum energy efficiency, aiming for production despite past challenges in securing funding.

Nissan Reveals R32 Skyline GT-R EV Conversion Ahead of Tokyo Auto Salon 2025 | stupidDOPE

Nissan is electrifying the iconic R32 Skyline GT-R, merging classic engineering with modern EV technology.

Rivian's Fancy New Charging Outposts Will Be Open To All EVs

Rivian's Charging Outposts are now open to all EVs, enhancing accessibility and user experience with upgraded facilities and amenities.

Honda Takes a Big Step Towards a Solid State EV Future

Solid state batteries are considered transformative for electric vehicles, potentially surpassing traditional engine technologies in significance.
Honda is set to begin operations on solid state battery production in 2025, aiming to redefine EV capabilities.
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BMW's new UI puts widgets on the windshield | TechCrunch

BMW is launching a customizable widget-based in-car user interface with a focus on enhancing the driving experience.

CES 2025: BMW's vision-spanning Panoramic iDrive will make sure you never miss another navigation prompt

BMW showcases the new Panoramic iDrive system featuring a unique touchscreen, heads-up display, and AI assistant coming to all future models.

BMW's new UI puts widgets on the windshield | TechCrunch

BMW is launching a customizable widget-based in-car user interface with a focus on enhancing the driving experience.

CES 2025: BMW's vision-spanning Panoramic iDrive will make sure you never miss another navigation prompt

BMW showcases the new Panoramic iDrive system featuring a unique touchscreen, heads-up display, and AI assistant coming to all future models.
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CES 2025: QNX claims industry-first automotive digital cockpit | Computer Weekly

QNX Cabin simplifies the development of digital cockpits in the automotive industry, addressing integration challenges and enhancing collaboration through a cloud-based framework.

Check out this awesome Street Fighter II car dashboard mod

The article highlights a modified car that features a unique and playful digital dashboard inspired by Street Fighter II.

It's buzzing here': Detroit's revival takes shape after decades of decay

Detroit's resurgence is marked by innovation, investment, and a shift towards technology in mobility solutions, making it an attractive hub for entrepreneurs.

Nissan Students Bring Custom Car Creations to the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon | stupidDOPE

The Tokyo Auto Salon highlights Nissan students' innovative custom builds that blend nostalgia and modern design for classic models.
#infiniti

Infiniti QX80: Redefining Luxury Through Japanese Design - Yanko Design

Infiniti's QX80 redefines luxury SUV design by integrating Japanese cultural elements with modern aesthetics and innovative technology.

Infiniti's AUTOGRAPH Lounge Concept: Tailgating Just Got a Luxury Makeover | stupidDOPE

Infiniti's AUTOGRAPH Lounge concept revolutionizes tailgating by blending luxury with traditional game-day activities.

Infiniti QX80: Redefining Luxury Through Japanese Design - Yanko Design

Infiniti's QX80 redefines luxury SUV design by integrating Japanese cultural elements with modern aesthetics and innovative technology.

Infiniti's AUTOGRAPH Lounge Concept: Tailgating Just Got a Luxury Makeover | stupidDOPE

Infiniti's AUTOGRAPH Lounge concept revolutionizes tailgating by blending luxury with traditional game-day activities.
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16 Chainsaws get converted into an oversized V16 engine for a Custom Lada Design - Yanko Design

Garage 54 transforms ordinary vehicles into innovative creations that exemplify creativity and skill in automotive engineering.

Mercedes-Benz Elevates In-Car Interactions with AI-Powered MBUX Voice Assistant Update | stupidDOPE

Mercedes-Benz enhances its MBUX Voice Assistant with AI integration for real-time, natural interactions, making conversations more dynamic and intuitive.
#sports-cars

The Honda Prelude will be back as a hybrid in 2025

Honda will launch a new hybrid-electric Prelude coupe in the US by late 2025, reviving a classic model with modern features.

esprit-inspired lotus theory 1 conceptualizes second skin 3-seater supercar

Lotus Theory 1 aims to redefine future sports cars with an immersive, minimalistic, and technology-driven design philosophy.

The Honda Prelude will be back as a hybrid in 2025

Honda will launch a new hybrid-electric Prelude coupe in the US by late 2025, reviving a classic model with modern features.

esprit-inspired lotus theory 1 conceptualizes second skin 3-seater supercar

Lotus Theory 1 aims to redefine future sports cars with an immersive, minimalistic, and technology-driven design philosophy.
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Bentley x Bang Bang: Luxury Design Meets Tattoo Artistry | stupidDOPE

Bentley partners with tattoo artist Bang Bang to innovate vehicle personalization through art and technology, debuting a unique art car at Miami Art Week 2024.
#car-design

Troubled Lotus shows off wedge-like vision for an EV sportscar

Lotus Cars unveiled the Theory 1, an intelligent performance vehicle that blends advanced design with enhanced driver feedback through technology.

Jaguar unveils polarizing 'Miami Pink' concept EV as part of its shocking rebrand

Jaguar aims to reinvent itself with a minimalist logo and futuristic Type 00 concept car, focusing on disruption and innovative design.

Model Y Is Getting a Mutt Makeover, Joining the List of Cars Designed for-and by-Dogs

Tesla's Model Y will undergo a substantial redesign by Q1 2025, focusing on efficiency, performance, and user experience enhancements.

Troubled Lotus shows off wedge-like vision for an EV sportscar

Lotus Cars unveiled the Theory 1, an intelligent performance vehicle that blends advanced design with enhanced driver feedback through technology.

Jaguar unveils polarizing 'Miami Pink' concept EV as part of its shocking rebrand

Jaguar aims to reinvent itself with a minimalist logo and futuristic Type 00 concept car, focusing on disruption and innovative design.

Model Y Is Getting a Mutt Makeover, Joining the List of Cars Designed for-and by-Dogs

Tesla's Model Y will undergo a substantial redesign by Q1 2025, focusing on efficiency, performance, and user experience enhancements.
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Me & My Car: '34 Ford truck in Walnut Creek got start in S.F. dairy delivery

The Model TT truck revolutionized utility vehicles, allowing for modifications to meet diverse needs and transforming transportation in rural America.

prof. johann tomforde details smart's future in electric mobility with 2024 smart concept #5

The smart Concept #5 illustrates a significant step towards future electric mobility, reflecting the brand's innovative legacy and emotional appeal in automotive design.

Formula 1 expands grid to add General Motors' Cadillac brand and new American team

Formula 1 expands its grid in 2026 to welcome Cadillac F1, introducing an American team partnered with General Motors.
#honda

honda introduces EV fun and urban concept electric motorcycles with 'naked' batteries

Honda is expanding its electric motorcycle lineup with two new concepts aimed at carbon neutrality and future mobility.

Honda HP-X Concept revived after forty years has the signature wedge-shape and futuristic vibe - Yanko Design

The Honda HP-X Concept, originally unveiled in the 1984 Turin Auto Show, will make a comeback at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance after over 50 years.

honda introduces EV fun and urban concept electric motorcycles with 'naked' batteries

Honda is expanding its electric motorcycle lineup with two new concepts aimed at carbon neutrality and future mobility.

Honda HP-X Concept revived after forty years has the signature wedge-shape and futuristic vibe - Yanko Design

The Honda HP-X Concept, originally unveiled in the 1984 Turin Auto Show, will make a comeback at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance after over 50 years.
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#electric-vehicle

Mercedes-AMG Prepares to Dominate the EV SUV Market with Its First Standalone Off-Roader | stupidDOPE

Mercedes-AMG launches its first-ever standalone high-performance SUV, built on the AMG.EA electric platform, emphasizing performance and emotional driving experience.

Kia Turned A Boring Old Econobox Into A Cool Little EV

Kia UK celebrates its 80th anniversary by converting the iconic Pride hatchback into an all-electric vehicle, fusing nostalgia with modern electric performance.

Mercedes-AMG Prepares to Dominate the EV SUV Market with Its First Standalone Off-Roader | stupidDOPE

Mercedes-AMG launches its first-ever standalone high-performance SUV, built on the AMG.EA electric platform, emphasizing performance and emotional driving experience.

Kia Turned A Boring Old Econobox Into A Cool Little EV

Kia UK celebrates its 80th anniversary by converting the iconic Pride hatchback into an all-electric vehicle, fusing nostalgia with modern electric performance.
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custom road-legal kawasaki motorcycle holds world record as land vehicle with 48 cylinders

Simon Whitelock's custom Kawasaki motorcycle holds the world record for most cylinders in a land vehicle, featuring 48 cylinders in total.

Hyundai Initium Hydrogen Concept Shows Where Design Is Headed Next

Hyundai's Initium previews a hydrogen-powered crossover set for 2025, introducing a new design language and improved performance over its Nexo predecessor.
#ferrari

Ferrari F80 V6-powered Hybrid is Italian marque's fastest ever road car inspired by F1 and aerospace industry - Yanko Design

The Ferrari F80 hybrid supercar combines innovation and performance, producing 1,184 horsepower and achieving remarkable speed and acceleration.

Ferrari's F80 Steals the Best F1 Tech, But It Should Have Been More Extreme

Ferrari's F80 hyper hybrid exemplifies cutting-edge performance and innovation, shifting traditional paradigms in the luxury sports car segment.

Ferrari F80 V6-powered Hybrid is Italian marque's fastest ever road car inspired by F1 and aerospace industry - Yanko Design

The Ferrari F80 hybrid supercar combines innovation and performance, producing 1,184 horsepower and achieving remarkable speed and acceleration.

Ferrari's F80 Steals the Best F1 Tech, But It Should Have Been More Extreme

Ferrari's F80 hyper hybrid exemplifies cutting-edge performance and innovation, shifting traditional paradigms in the luxury sports car segment.
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Apple Secretly Tapped BYD To Build Battery For Cancelled Apple Car

Building a car involves complexities beyond production, impacting Apple's decision to scrap the Apple Car project.
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Tesla Robotaxi Event: How To Watch It Live

Tesla's Robotaxi event on October 10 aims to showcase its vision for autonomous vehicles after years of anticipation.
#hybrid-technology

Taking the $604,000 Lamborghini Revuelto Hybrid for a ride: a review

The Lamborghini Revuelto features a hybrid engine enabling silent driving, marking a significant advantage for performance and electric technology in luxury cars.

McLaren Unleashes Its Latest Hypercar, the W1: A New Benchmark in Performance | stupidDOPE

McLaren's W1 hypercar sets a new standard with groundbreaking power, lightweight design, and advanced aerodynamics for unparalleled high-speed performance.

Taking the $604,000 Lamborghini Revuelto Hybrid for a ride: a review

The Lamborghini Revuelto features a hybrid engine enabling silent driving, marking a significant advantage for performance and electric technology in luxury cars.

McLaren Unleashes Its Latest Hypercar, the W1: A New Benchmark in Performance | stupidDOPE

McLaren's W1 hypercar sets a new standard with groundbreaking power, lightweight design, and advanced aerodynamics for unparalleled high-speed performance.
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Koenigsegg Automotive Secures 50 Million Investment from Chieftain Capital Management

Koenigsegg Automotive secures a €50 million investment from Chieftain Capital to enhance growth and maintain leadership in the megacar industry.
#rolls-royce

Rolls-Royce Spectre Lunaflair: A Bespoke Masterpiece Inspired by Lunar Phenomena | stupidDOPE

Rolls-Royce unveils the Spectre Lunaflair, a bespoke car featuring a specialized holographic paint inspired by lunar halos.
The interior design of the Spectre Lunaflair seamlessly combines colors reflecting its celestial inspiration, emphasizing luxury and craftsmanship.

Rolls-Royce Reveals the One-Off Spectre Lunaflair

The Rolls-Royce Spectre Lunaflair features a unique paint inspired by lunar halos, showcasing advanced artistry in bespoke design.

Rolls-Royce Spectre Lunaflair: A Bespoke Masterpiece Inspired by Lunar Phenomena | stupidDOPE

Rolls-Royce unveils the Spectre Lunaflair, a bespoke car featuring a specialized holographic paint inspired by lunar halos.
The interior design of the Spectre Lunaflair seamlessly combines colors reflecting its celestial inspiration, emphasizing luxury and craftsmanship.

Rolls-Royce Reveals the One-Off Spectre Lunaflair

The Rolls-Royce Spectre Lunaflair features a unique paint inspired by lunar halos, showcasing advanced artistry in bespoke design.
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Startup Spotlight: Zemission - Tackling the Challenges of Electric Trucks with Innovative Heating Technology

Zemission's technology enables electric trucks to operate efficiently in cold weather, extending their range and reducing the need for larger batteries.
#luxury-vehicles

DS SM coupe from 1970s returns as gold 'tribute' with satin varnish and handmade patina

DS Automobiles merges classic design with modern technology in the Citroën SM Tribute, featuring a luxurious gold leaf finish and innovative updates.

Hennessey Unleashes the Venom F5 Stealth Series at Monterey Car Week 2024 | stupidDOPE

Hennessey elevates hypercar design and performance with the exclusive Venom F5 Stealth Series, showcasing speed, engineering, and limited production.

DS SM coupe from 1970s returns as gold 'tribute' with satin varnish and handmade patina

DS Automobiles merges classic design with modern technology in the Citroën SM Tribute, featuring a luxurious gold leaf finish and innovative updates.

Hennessey Unleashes the Venom F5 Stealth Series at Monterey Car Week 2024 | stupidDOPE

Hennessey elevates hypercar design and performance with the exclusive Venom F5 Stealth Series, showcasing speed, engineering, and limited production.
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Watch The Lucid Gravity Get Durability Tested

Lucid emphasizes advanced vehicle durability testing for its Gravity SUV to distinguish itself from competitors like Tesla.

Waymo's new self-driving platform has fewer sensors and costs less

Waymo launched its 6th-generation driverless ride-hailing vehicles, reducing costs and enhancing capabilities for broader operational range.

'Women Behind the Wheel' explains how cars became a gendered technology

Cars were initially designed with features catering to traditional gender roles.
The electric starter was a crucial innovation that made cars more accessible to women.

1951 Hoffmann: Among the Strangest Automobiles Ever Produced

Unique design with odd features like rear-wheel steering and air-cooled engine
Michael Hoffmann dared to explore uncharted automotive territory with audacity

This prototype turns your car's windshield into a giant AR display

Distance Technologies pushes car HUD technology boundaries beyond flat overlays.
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