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Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
1 day ago

This car company just patented a toilet under your seat

A Chinese automaker has patented a compact in-car toilet designed for long journeys and camping, featuring a slide-out mechanism and advanced waste management system.
#tesla
fromTESLARATI
3 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Tesla finalizes AI5 chip design, Elon Musk makes bold claim on capability

Toronto startup
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

'What Happened to the Tesla Killers?' Elon Musk Taunts, but One Rival CEO Is Playing Offense

Tesla maintains a dominant 54% market share in the U.S. EV market, while competitors face significant challenges and setbacks.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
4 days ago

Tesla parked 50+ Cybercabs outside its Texas Factory with some crash tested

Tesla's Cybercab production is ramping up at Giga Texas, with over 50 units spotted and commercial service expected by late 2026.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
10 hours ago

Tesla Cybertruck sales bolstered by bold Musk move, report claims

Internal purchases by Musk's companies inflated Cybertruck sales, accounting for nearly one in five registrations in Q4 2025.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
13 hours ago

Is The Battery Trashed? A Tesla Model Y Hits 111,000 Miles With Zero Home Charging

The Tesla Model Y maintained 92% battery health after 111,000 miles, despite being fast-charged almost exclusively.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 day ago

Tesla preps new Model Y trim for India, a once-elusive market

Tesla faces challenges in India due to high import tariffs but is launching the Model Y to expand its market presence.
Toronto startup
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

'What Happened to the Tesla Killers?' Elon Musk Taunts, but One Rival CEO Is Playing Offense

Tesla maintains a dominant 54% market share in the U.S. EV market, while competitors face significant challenges and setbacks.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
4 days ago

Tesla parked 50+ Cybercabs outside its Texas Factory with some crash tested

Tesla's Cybercab production is ramping up at Giga Texas, with over 50 units spotted and commercial service expected by late 2026.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
12 hours ago

Dyson's handheld fan is more powerful and louder than I expected

The HushJet Mini Cool is a powerful, portable fan but not as quiet as its name suggests.
Artificial intelligence
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Microsoft and Stellantis want to use AI to help car owners

Stellantis is integrating AI across its operations to enhance product development, customer features, and cybersecurity while reducing data center footprint.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Stellantis, Microsoft sign 5-year partnership for AI push | CBC News

Through our collaboration with Microsoft, we are accelerating our AI momentum across the enterprise, focusing on over 100 AI initiatives that cover product development, predictive maintenance, and the faster rollout of digital features.
European startups
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 days ago

UK car industry warns EU plan could hit EV trade and jobs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders is calling for UK-built vehicles, components and batteries to be granted equivalent status to EU-made products under the proposed 'Made in Europe' framework, arguing that the current draft risks undermining a deeply integrated cross-border industry.
Europe politics
UX design
fromMedium
2 days ago

AI, UX, and the factory model

The digital design landscape is shifting towards a factory model, redefining roles and metrics of success in software development.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Ford Gets a Rare Double Upgrade From Goldman Sachs and UBS: Is a Major Comeback in the Cards?

Ford Motor is experiencing mixed analyst sentiments, with UBS upgrading to Buy and Goldman Sachs lowering its price target while maintaining a Neutral rating.
Wearables
fromCGMagazine
4 days ago

BEACN Creates A Voice-First Headset, Releasing Spring 2026

BEACN launched a premium wireless headset focused on delivering high-quality voice and sound for online communication.
Tech industry
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Intel's Tesla Chip Deal Is a Genuine Game Changer

Intel's stock has surged over 65% year-to-date, driven by strong fundamentals and strategic partnerships in the AI sector.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
5 days ago

Intend Rover Shock, Adding a Coil Where It Seemed Missing, To Create a Coil/Air Hybrid

Intend introduces the Rover, a hybrid air and coil shock designed to enhance sensitivity and performance for mountain bikers.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Who is poaching all the self-driving vehicle talent? | TechCrunch

A talent war in the AI sector is driving salaries for specialized roles in autonomous vehicles to between $300,000 and $500,000.
#ford
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 days ago

Ford's Skunkworks EV Tech Will Make It Into Hybrids Too

Ford's skunkworks EV team will enhance hybrid models, aiming for 90% of global nameplates to offer electrified powertrains by decade's end.
Cars
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Ford EV and tech chief leaving automaker | TechCrunch

Doug Field, a key executive in Ford's EV strategy, is leaving the company amid a leadership reorganization.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 days ago

Ford's Skunkworks EV Tech Will Make It Into Hybrids Too

Ford's skunkworks EV team will enhance hybrid models, aiming for 90% of global nameplates to offer electrified powertrains by decade's end.
Cars
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Jim Farley on why Ford is doubling down on affordable EVs

Ford CEO Jim Farley discusses the impact of global crises on the auto industry and the challenges posed by competition and electrification.
Cars
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Ford's EV and software chief Doug Field is leaving the company

Doug Field is stepping down from Ford, replaced by Alan Clarke, amid significant changes in Ford's electric vehicle strategy.
New York City
fromInsideHook
6 days ago

Can Self-Driving Cars Help Fix the Nation's Potholes?

Pothole repairs are gaining attention, with NYC filling 100,000 potholes and Waymo partnering with Waze to identify potholes using autonomous vehicles.
Roam Research
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Teenage Engineering might be getting into instrument amps next

Teenage Engineering's KO-Amp 35 is a new mid-range instrument amp with Bluetooth and a rechargeable battery, indicating a potential entry into budget guitar amps.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Chipmakers AMD, Arm, and Qualcomm are all investing in this buzzy self-driving tech startup | TechCrunch

Chipmakers AMD, Arm, and Qualcomm invested $60 million in Wayve's self-driving technology, enhancing its $1.2 billion Series D funding round.
Software development
fromFuturism
1 week ago

ICE Foiled At Every Turn By One Vibe Coding Man In His Pickup Truck

Rafael Concepcion uses AI coding tools to create apps that empower immigrants against ICE activities, despite the risks to his personal life and career.
#electric-vehicles
fromInsideHook
3 weeks ago
Alternative transportation

Can the Right Tires Make Your EV More Energy Efficient?

Michelin's new tires aim to enhance electric vehicle range and sustainability through innovative design and materials.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago
Cars

Ford is fighting against physics to build affordable EVs

Ford is shifting from large, unprofitable EVs to affordable, smaller-battery, purpose-built electric vehicles and hybrids to restore profitability and customer demand.
Cars
fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

Seres files patent for voice-activated in-car toilet as china's EV makers battle for attention

Chinese EV manufacturers are innovating with features like a voice-activated in-vehicle toilet to stand out in a competitive market.
Cars
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

Electric pickups were supposed to be the future. Now they're stalling.

Interest in electric pickup trucks is declining sharply, with sales dropping significantly across major brands.
Alternative transportation
frominsideevs.com
2 days ago

Car Companies Have Way Too Many Batteries. They Have A Solution, But It Isn't Easy

Automakers are redirecting excess battery capacity from electric vehicles to stationary energy storage systems due to lower-than-expected EV demand.
fromComputerWeekly.com
5 days ago

Qualcomm expands strategic advanced driver assistance systems, immersive eyewear collaborations | Computer Weekly

Qualcomm is helping address one of the auto industry's most pressing needs - scaling intelligent vehicle technology to meet growing consumer demand for vehicles that are automated, connected and highly personalised.
European startups
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
2 days ago

ZF showcases a new software platform for drivetrain condition monitoring for buses at Bus2Bus 2026 in Berlin - Sustainable Bus

ZF has launched a new software platform for drivetrain condition monitoring for buses at Bus2Bus 2026 in Berlin.
Cars
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

Gen Z is shaking up IndyCar's Millennial, Gen X established order

IndyCar is experiencing a generational shift with Gen Z drivers dominating the championship standings.
#volkswagen
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Report: VW to switch from cars to defense at key plant

Volkswagen is considering converting its Osnabruck plant to produce components for the Iron Dome defense system, but denies plans for weapon production.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Report: VW to switch from cars to defense at key plant

Volkswagen is considering converting its Osnabruck plant to produce components for the Iron Dome defense system, but denies plans for weapon production.
#rivian
UX design
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

The Deceptively Tricky Art of Designing a Steering Wheel

Designing a functional and beautiful steering wheel is one of the most challenging tasks in automotive design.
#bmw
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago
Cars

Building EVs And Gas Cars On The Same Chassis Was Never Going To Work. This One Photo Proves It.

BMW's i4, i5, and i7 are impressive despite shared underpinnings with gas models, showcasing the limitations of their design compared to dedicated electric platforms.
frominsideevs.com
3 weeks ago
Cars

BMW Pioneered Range Extended EVs. Now It's Not So Sure

BMW is open to building range extenders again, but sees limited need due to improved EV technology and charging infrastructure.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

Building EVs And Gas Cars On The Same Chassis Was Never Going To Work. This One Photo Proves It.

BMW's i4, i5, and i7 are impressive despite shared underpinnings with gas models, showcasing the limitations of their design compared to dedicated electric platforms.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 weeks ago

BMW Pioneered Range Extended EVs. Now It's Not So Sure

BMW is open to building range extenders again, but sees limited need due to improved EV technology and charging infrastructure.
#nissan
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 days ago

No Way': New Nissan GT-R Won't Be An EV, But A Hybrid Is Inevitable

Nissan confirmed the next-generation GT-R will not be an electric vehicle due to current battery technology limitations.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

The First Electric Nissan Juke Is A Radical Departure

Nissan will launch an all-electric Juke in 2027, retaining unique design elements and built on the CMF-EV platform, available only in Europe.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 days ago

No Way': New Nissan GT-R Won't Be An EV, But A Hybrid Is Inevitable

Nissan confirmed the next-generation GT-R will not be an electric vehicle due to current battery technology limitations.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

The First Electric Nissan Juke Is A Radical Departure

Nissan will launch an all-electric Juke in 2027, retaining unique design elements and built on the CMF-EV platform, available only in Europe.
Cars
fromInsideHook
3 days ago

How a Forgotten Ford Could Shape the Future of Supercars

Ferrari is set to unveil its first all-electric car, the Luce, on May 25, marking a significant shift in its automotive performance approach.
Cars
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Is Lucid a Real Company?

Lucid Group struggles with production costs and revenue, raising concerns about its long-term viability without Saudi support.
#rolls-royce
Cars
fromElite Traveler
4 days ago

Rolls-Royce Unveils Secretive 'Project Nightingale': An Electric Roadster for Just 100 Owners

Project Nightingale is an exclusive, open-top electric two-seater from Rolls-Royce, already sold out before its official debut.
Cars
fromTESLARATI
4 weeks ago

Rolls-Royce makes shocking move on its EV future

Rolls-Royce has reversed its plan to become all-electric by 2030, citing customer demand for combustion engines and changing regulations.
Cars
fromElite Traveler
4 days ago

Rolls-Royce Unveils Secretive 'Project Nightingale': An Electric Roadster for Just 100 Owners

Project Nightingale is an exclusive, open-top electric two-seater from Rolls-Royce, already sold out before its official debut.
Cars
fromTESLARATI
4 weeks ago

Rolls-Royce makes shocking move on its EV future

Rolls-Royce has reversed its plan to become all-electric by 2030, citing customer demand for combustion engines and changing regulations.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

'We Should Not Let Them Into Our Country': Ford CEO On Chinese EVs

Allowing Chinese EVs into the U.S. could devastate American manufacturing and pose cyber risks.
fromThedrum
1 month ago
Deliverability

Marketing is the car, marketing automation is the engine.

Marketing automation aligns sales and marketing, improves productivity, and optimizes customer journeys through strategic content delivery and personalization rather than mass email blasting.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

Lucid Motors Has A New CEO And A Bunch More Funding

Silvio Napoli has been appointed as the new CEO of Lucid Motors, replacing interim CEO Marc Winterhoff.
Environment
fromNature
1 month ago

Electric-vehicle batteries toughen up to beat the heat

Rising temperatures degrade battery performance, but rapid improvements in battery technology enable electric vehicles to withstand climate change impacts.
Cars
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

Ford's CEO said Chinese carmakers entering the US would be 'devastating'

Chinese automakers pose a significant threat to the US automotive industry, with concerns over economic impact and cybersecurity risks.
fromTheregister
2 months ago

If Microsoft made a car... what would it be?

Porter complained about difficulties when trying to insert lines in Excel. (Which, to be fair to Microsoft, is relatively straightforward - need to insert a row? Right-click on a selected row. Need to insert a line in text? Alt+Return is probably going to be your friend.) But then Porter turned to that other productivity stalwart, Word. "Never underestimate Microsoft's ability to make things more complicated," he said.
Tech industry
#steer-by-wire
Cars
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Mercedes adds steer-by-wire - and a dang steering yoke - to the EQS

Mercedes-Benz introduces steer-by-wire technology in the refreshed EQS sedan, enhancing steering control with electronic systems.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 weeks ago

I Tried Mercedes' Futuristic New Steering Yoke. It's Better Than It Looks

Mercedes-Benz's steer-by-wire system in the EQS prototype offers a unique driving experience with variable steering ratios and innovative design.
Cars
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Mercedes adds steer-by-wire - and a dang steering yoke - to the EQS

Mercedes-Benz introduces steer-by-wire technology in the refreshed EQS sedan, enhancing steering control with electronic systems.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 weeks ago

I Tried Mercedes' Futuristic New Steering Yoke. It's Better Than It Looks

Mercedes-Benz's steer-by-wire system in the EQS prototype offers a unique driving experience with variable steering ratios and innovative design.
Environment
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Intriguing New Machine Turns Air Into Gasoline You Can Put Straight Into Your Car

A New York startup captures ambient CO2 and converts it via electrolysis and synthesis into motor-grade gasoline, but production is minimal and the process is energy-inefficient.
Cars
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

How GM is shaping the future of car design, one Corvette at a time

The Corvette CX is a groundbreaking all-electric hypercar showcasing advanced engineering and design, emphasizing the evolving role of concept cars in the automotive industry.
Cars
fromwww.theverge.com
3 weeks ago

Google's Android Automotive is moving from the dashboard to the brain' of the car

Google expands Android Automotive OS to non-safety vehicle systems, aiming to unify software and enhance driver experience.
Toronto startup
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Tesla and General Motors: BofA Bets Big on Autonomy and ICE Dominance With Bold Price Targets

Bank of America initiated bullish positions on Tesla and General Motors based on divergent transportation futures: Tesla as an autonomous mobility platform and GM as a profitable EV-era truck/SUV leader.
Cars
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

This Ford recall involves a feature you probably rely on every day

Ford recalls 254,640 vehicles due to potential rearview camera image issues affecting advanced driver assistance features.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 weeks ago

This EV Is Great To Drive. But Missing Software Features Ruin It

Polestar 3 struggles with user experience despite being a software-defined vehicle, lacking essential features and having a clunky interface.
frominsideevs.com
4 weeks ago

The Ford Mustang Mach-E Can Now Precondition Its Battery Via CarPlay

The electric crossover's battery can be preconditioned for fast charging when using Apple Maps on CarPlay, allowing drivers to stick to Apple's interface for the entire trip.
Cars
Cars
fromFast Company
1 month ago

5 AI features coming to your next car

Cars are evolving into software-defined vehicles with advanced AI features, including improved voice assistants, cloud connectivity, and onboard processors that fundamentally transform vehicle operation.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

The uncomfortable truth about hybrid vehicles

Plug-in hybrids can offer 20-60 miles of electric-only driving for daily use, plus a gas engine for longer trips or when they can't recharge. And as EV growth slows down, many automakers clearly see hybrids - and more specifically, plug-in hybrids (PHEV) - as a better fit for America's fluctuating tastes.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 month ago

This Ready-Made EV Chassis Could Be The Perfect Fit For A Classic Truck

Vintage cars, especially pickups and SUVs, are usually made from two parts: a standalone chassis and a body that bolts on top of the chassis. So why not swap the original underpinnings with something more modern, while retaining the classic look of the original bodywork? That's exactly what the United Kingdom's Electric Classic Cars thought of doing, and it might just supercharge the EV conversion world.
Cars
Cars
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

The 9,000-pound monster I don't want to give back | TechCrunch

The electric Escalade IQL is an enormous, 9,000-pound electric luxury SUV with striking design but impractical size for everyday driving and parking.
Cars
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

McLaren Charlotte on Building Performance Through Discipline

High-performance automotive retail requires disciplined, systems-based operations, technical staff education, and a long-term, consistency-focused leadership to deliver lasting results.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 month ago

Xiaomi Is China's First Automaker With A Bespoke Gran Turismo Car

Xiaomi unveiled the Vision GT, China's first exclusive Gran Turismo 7 concept car, as part of its global automotive expansion strategy targeting younger consumers.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 months ago

BMW's Electric M3 Has Simulated Engine Sounds. Here's What BMW Used

BMW recorded sounds from the E63 M6, F82 M4 and E90 M3 to provide authentic, switchable engine audio options for the electric M3.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 months ago

'Nobody's Going To Wait': Acura And The Industry's Timing Problem

Acura pauses RDX sales for two years, angering dealers who lose a mass-market seller during uncertain EV demand and potential loss of $7,500 tax credits.
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

What Mark Stephen McCollum Has Learned from 35 Years in Automotive

Mark Stephen McCollum is a respected name in the automotive world, with over 35 years of hands-on experience. Born and raised in Conroe, Texas, he grew up in a close family and learned early the value of hard work. He studied business finance at Lon Morris College and Texas A&M University, building a foundation that would carry him through a long and successful career.
Cars
Cars
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

This Stealth Fighter-Inspired Buggy Makes Modern Supercars Look Too Polite - Yanko Design

Wedge-inspired dune buggy fuses 1970s–80s angular supercar styling with exposed suspension, bronze wheels, and uncompromising track-focused, non-street-legal design.
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