NASA is asking automakers to help design the next lunar rover. It needs to be electric, very capable off-road, and human-rated. Here's how we'd configure it.

Cadillac's Super Cruise technology is one of the best hands-off driving systems on the market. Here's how it works, what it does, and what its limitations are.

GMC will offer the 2022 Hummer EV with one, two, or three electric motors to cover as much of the market as possible. GM boss Mark Reuss also revealed a modular battery pack.

CarMax told Digital Trends it stopped selling Tesla models because it experienced parts and service issues, though it declined to provide additional details.

The 2021 Hummer EV will capitalize on its predecessor without needing additional models to bolster it. GM hopes to enter the burgeoning electric pickup segment.

Cadillac's Super Cruise suite of semi-autonomous driving aids is getting its most extensive update since its 2017 debut. The CT4, the CT5, and the next-generation Escalade will be capable of changing lanes on their own after the driver taps the turn signals talk. Cadillac also improved its mapping technology.

Tesla hoped to keep details about the upcoming updates under wraps, but an eagle-eyed hacker spotted them. The S and the X are about to receive a wireless device charger, two new batteries, redesigned seats, a different charging port, and an upgraded suspension. There may be infotainment upgrades, too.

Motorists are chanting "crossover good, sedan bad" as they commute in massive vehicles, and those looking for an electric car that's more spacious than a Model 3, and cheaper than a Model X, will welcome the Model Y like a chariot sent from the heavens.

Qualcomm technology and the Audi Q8's digital, driver-configurable instrument cluster make the feature possible. Audi identified construction zone as an important use case because the men and women working on the nation's highways put their lives at risk daily. Other areas of implementation are around the corner.

Lawmakers initially plan to replace 1,050 diesel-powered school buses with Thomas Built's electric model. This 21st-century spin on an American classic features state-of-the-art electric technology that gives it 134 miles of range while carrying up to 81 students. It doubles as a mobile power supply.

The reports of sudden unintended acceleration are varied, and they don't follow a set pattern. Some motorists claim their car accelerated while parking, while others claim they couldn't slow it down on the highway. The NHTSA is looking into the reports, but it hasn't opened a formal investigation yet.

Tesla thinks it would be "super cool" to design a vehicle in China for the global market, and it has started laying the groundwork for an engineering center in the world's largest electric car market. It released a sketch that suggests the model might take the form of a city car positioned below the Model 3.

Volvo aims to release in-car 5G in the early 2020s, though it hasn't provided a more specific timeframe. It predicts quicker connection speeds will allow cars to talk to the infrastructure in real-time, so they'll be able to detect traffic or find a parking spot, for example. BMW is also developing in-car 5G.

"We cannot continue looking at the car as a closed ecosystem," stressed Audi's sales and marketing boss. She adds that the firm is open to starting partnerships in a bid to bring more technology and entertainment into the car, like VR gaming and video streaming. A.I. is on her radar, too.

"Well, don't just stand there, hop in," a red Model 3 tells a pedestrian during a demonstration filmed by Elon Musk. The feature sounds frivolous, but it's useful in ride-hailing applications, and it will help autonomous cars communicate with other road users. There's no word yet on when Tesla will roll it out.

While software-based simulations are more accurate than ever, Bosch's Kay Stepper argues there's no replacement for real-world testing. The company is running a fleet of autonomous taxis in San Jose, California, as it prepares to deploy the technology globally. Challenges persist, however.

The 2020 Nissan Leaf is more expensive than the 2019 model due to the addition of extra equipment. As a trade-off, all variants come standard with more electronic safety features (like emergency braking), and many trim levels benefit from a bigger touchscreen for the infotainment system.

The EMotion concept introduced at CES 2018 remains on track for production, but it's now scheduled to arrive after the Ocean shown at CES 2020. Fisker wants to focus on cheaper, more volume-oriented models first, and it's also waiting until solid-state battery tech is ready for production.

Faraday Future argues driving between the two cities takes about as much time as flying via LAX, and it's far more pleasant. The FF91 would let passengers travel first class without the security lines and annoying kids. The FF91 has enough range to make the trip without stopping for electricity.

Lamborghini stitched Amazon's voice assistant directly into the Huracan Evo's infotainment system to achieve seamless integration. The driver can change the radio station, turn up the climate control, turn the heated seats off, or dim the living room lights, among other functions, by speaking a simple sentence.

Byton calls the M-Byte, its first production car, a connected device on wheels, and it backed up this claim by forming partnerships with big names in the tech world. ViacomCBS is one of the apps that will be available in its infotainment system. Software developers are encouraged to create their own apps.

Chrysler's newest concept links the 1930s to the 2020s by putting a futuristic spin on one of the brand's most forward-thinking classic models. The Airflow Vision is very likely electric, and it features a customizable, four-screen infotainment system. Its tech will seep into production models in the 2020s.

Bosch's lidar technology can detect a motorcycle coming the other way, while a radar might not see it because it's too narrow, and a camera can be blinded by a flash of light. All three sensor types are required to build safe, reliable self-driving cars, according to the firm. It will show its lidar at CES 2020.

The taxes levied on gasoline and diesel help states maintain roads, and legislators argue motorists who drive an electric vehicle are using the infrastructure for free. While some states collect a flat annual fee, Utah and Oregon are giving drivers the option of paying for every mile they drive.

Company co-founder and CEO Elon Musk announced on Twitter that the feature is coming soon, though he didn't give more specific details. Owners of compatible Tesla models willing to pay a monthly fee will be able to access Disney+ while parked, and those who regularly stop at charging stations will love the feature.

Ford is already thinking about how to keep the Mach-E's momentum going, and it's in the early stages of planning a follow-up model that will be cheaper and smaller. Company executives hinted the model will ride on Volkswagen's MEB platform, which will underpin dozens of models due out in the early 2020s.

The four-week-long strike that paralyzed General Motors earlier in 2019 has delayed its latest concept car, which is expected to be both electric and autonomous. It's now scheduled to debut during the first half of 2020. It might preview Cadillac's upcoming electric crossover, or it could be an electric pickup.

Chevrolet will reportedly offer two variants of the hybrid, all-wheel-drive Corvette, including one with about 900 horsepower. The powertrain will consist of an electric motor over the front axle, and a battery pack sandwiched into the transmission tunnel. The company hasn't commented on the report yet.

The First Edition that will begin rolling off the assembly line in late 2020 is sold out. Ford hasn't revealed how many units it allocated to the U.S., however. With that version out of the picture, the Mach-E range is down to four trim levels priced between $43,895 and $60,500. Deliveries will start in late 2020.

The cutest car released during the 2010s doesn't come from an established automaker, and it's not part of the Cars franchise. Can you guess which one we're talking about? We've picked five of the cutest cars sold currently or recently around the world.

Tesla has confirmed that the entry-level Standard Range Plus Tesla 3 model is now $500 more expensive, and its maximum driving range has increased by 10 miles. The midlevel Long Range model remains unchanged, but the flagship Performance variant is $1,000 more expensive.

Leaked documents erroneously published on Ford's official website have given us an early look at the Mustang Mach E, an electric crossover whose styling draws inspiration from the emblematic pony car. It will make its official debut during an event scheduled for November 17, and deliveries will start in late 2020.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is looking into whether door-mounted cameras are a safe alternative to door-mounted mirrors. The agency will begin carrying out tests in the near future. The technology has already been approved in Europe and in Japan, but it remains illegal in the United States.

Chevrolet has re-invented the Corvette as a mid-engined, V8-powered supercar with Ferrari-like performance and a Porsche 718-esque price tag. Digital Trends attended the model's unveiling in Los Angeles, and these five points stood out to us after seeing the car in person, and chatting with the people who designed it.