Everything new coming to CarPlay in iOS 27

iOS 27 brings a Siri AI overhaul, video apps, audio scrubbing, and major reliability fixes to CarPlay this fall.

Shikhar Mehrotra     June 14

We just got a hot signal that a Tesla and SpaceX merger could happen, after all

A fresh comment from SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell has reignited speculation about a future Tesla-SpaceX tie-up. It may not be happening soon, but the idea suddenly feels a lot less far-fetched.

Shimul Sood     June 13

Chinese drivers have figured out a silly way to fool Tesla Autopilot and it involves doll heads

Chinese Tesla owners are reportedly using miniature doll heads, photos, and blinking screens to trick Autopilot’s driver-monitoring cameras into thinking they are paying attention.

Moinak Pal     June 12

Tesla FSD update adds a new dialog that previews your car’s parking plan

Tesla's FSD 14.3.4 update adds a new on-screen dialog that appears as the car approaches its destination and shows the driver how it plans to park.

Pranob Mehrotra     June 11

This tiny sensor could help self-driving cars and robots see better in the dark

Penn State researchers have developed a light-adaptive sensor inspired by the human eye that could help self-driving cars and robots maintain visual accuracy in changing lighting conditions.

Pranob Mehrotra     June 10

Rivian R2 first drive: A mid-sized EV game-changer punching above its budget

Rivian’s R2 blends smart cost-cutting engineering with strong performance, off-road capability, and premium feel, making it a compelling new contender in the crowded mid-range electric SUV market.

Dave McQuilling     June 9

Rivian R2 SUV deliveries have begun, just not for the version most buyers may want

Rivian’s smaller electric SUV is finally on the road, but buyers waiting for the more affordable R2 trims will have to wait longer.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     June 9

Audi tackles Ferrari Luce fever with the hybrid Nuvolari, it’s fastest and beefiest car ever

Audi has unveiled the Nuvolari, its first hybrid supercar with 1,001 PS, a top speed of over 350 km/h, and production limited to just 499 units.

Rachit Agarwal     June 5

Electric cars are getting more pocket-friendly globally, except for US buyers

The IEA's Global EV Outlook 2026 shows global electric car sales hit 20 million with battery prices falling 8%, while US EV sales dropped.

Shikhar Mehrotra     June 2

Lexus halts plans of an electric car based on the stunning LF-ZC concept and it’s such a bummer

Toyota has reportedly paused development of Lexus’ futuristic LF-ZC electric sedan as the company reassesses EV demand and production priorities.

Moinak Pal     June 1

Rivian thinks Apple CarPlay is already obsolete and AI is the reason why

Rivian says AI-powered vehicle assistants could eventually replace Apple CarPlay by offering deeper integration and more natural interaction inside future cars.

Moinak Pal     May 30

Slate’s uber-affordable EV goes up pre-orders in June, but we still don’t know the price

Slate Auto’s minimalist electric truck will open for $300 preorders on June 24, when the company is also expected to finally reveal how much its low-cost EV will actually cost.

Vikhyaat Vivek     May 29

Low-cost sodium batteries are already reaching Tesla performance levels in China

A commercial sodium-ion battery used in China is getting closer to Tesla-style performance, with cheaper materials and a double-aluminum design that could challenge lithium-ion in cost-sensitive EVs and grid storage.

Paulo Vargas     May 29

Tesla’s top rival launches self-driving with full crash coverage at a fraction of the cost

BYD is pushing its God’s Eye assisted-driving system with a crash-cost coverage pledge and a 12,000 yuan upgrade price, which undercuts Tesla’s assisted-driving package.

Vikhyaat Vivek     May 29

Tesla wants you to believe in its self-driving tech, but even its own AI trainers won’t trust it

A Reuters investigation found that Tesla's FSD safety stats are misleading, its robotaxi launches were carefully staged, and the people training its AI wouldn't trust the technology with their lives.

Rachit Agarwal     May 28

Waymo’s new Ojai robotaxi looks like it was made for the future, and it’s got a brain upgrade, too

Waymo’s Ojai robotaxi blends futuristic design with a strong focus on accessibility and next-gen autonomy. Early riders are about to get a taste, while a much bigger rollout is already taking shape.

Shimul Sood     May 28

Rivian will deliver the electric R2 starting June 9th, but you’ll need to snag an invite first

Rivian R2 order invitations go out starting June 9. Here's how the invite system works, what determines your place in line, and what you can do right now to prepare.

Rachit Agarwal     May 27

Mercedes-Benz and Chipolo made a key tracker to match your car fob

Chipolo has launched a premium Mercedes-Benz Edition Loop tracker for car keys, bags, and luggage, with Apple Find My and Google Find Hub support.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     May 26

Samsung’s OLED tech gives the Ferrari Luce a dashboard unlike anything in a car before

Samsung Display is exclusively powering the Ferrari Luce's interior with four OLED panels, including a first-of-its-kind layered display with real mechanical clock hands built right in.

Rachit Agarwal     May 25

Ferrari’s first EV is here, and the Luce might be the brand’s most controversial car yet

Ferrari has unveiled the Luce, its first fully electric car, featuring 1,050HP, futuristic styling, advanced aerodynamics, and a design already dividing enthusiasts.

Moinak Pal     May 25

Citroen is bringing back the iconic 2CV as an electric car priced under $18,000

Citroën is reviving the beloved 2CV as a fully electric, European-built car priced below €15,000, aiming to make EVs feel affordable again.

Vikhyaat Vivek     May 23

Xiaomi’s new $34,500 electric SUV goes farther than a Tesla Model Y and costs less

Xiaomi has launched the YU7 True Standard Edition at $34,300 in China. The electric SUV offers 399 miles of range and is $4,350 cheaper than the equivalent Tesla Model Y.

Shikhar Mehrotra     May 21

Chinese researchers claim solid-state EV battery can charge in just minutes

Chinese researchers claim a new solid-state battery can survive ultra-fast charging while delivering dramatically higher energy density, potentially reshaping the future of electric vehicles. Researchers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences claim they have developed a new solid-state lithium-metal battery capable of delivering extremely high energy density while surviving ultra-fast charging conditions – a combination […]

Moinak Pal     May 21

Stellantis inks deal that could benefit Jaguar-Land Rover buyers in the US

Stellantis and Jaguar Land Rover are exploring a US partnership that could reduce tariffs, boost local production, and reshape how luxury vehicles reach American buyers.

Moinak Pal     May 20

Mercedes-AMG GT EV hits 0-60 in 2 sec, charges at 600kW, and fakes V8 and gear shift sounds

The newly announced AMG GT 4-Door EV can hit 60 mph in about 2 seconds and charge from 10 to 80 percent in as little as 11 minutes.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     May 20

Volkswagen is bringing back the electric ID.Buzz bus with some cool upgrades for 2027

The 2027 Volkswagen ID. Buzz returns after skipping the 2026 model year with four trims, a camping-ready Tourer 4Motion, native NACS charging, one-pedal driving, and ID.S 6 software.

Shikhar Mehrotra     May 15

After acing range and charging, Chinese EV brands flaunt three-wheel driving on SUVs

Chinese EV brands are turning active suspension into their next SUV flex, with BYD, Aito, and Li Auto showing three-wheel driving demos that could help with tire changes, recovery, and rough terrain.

Paulo Vargas     May 15

This Android Auto update is trying to change how you drive and use your car

Android Auto is getting a major upgrade that goes beyond design tweaks, bringing smarter navigation, richer entertainment, and a more helpful driving experience.

Shimul Sood     May 12

BYD’s latest EV costs just over $10,000, goes 250 miles, and packs a LiDAR, too

The 2026 BYD Seagull starts at just $10,300 in China, offers up to 252 miles of range, and now comes with an optional LiDAR-equipped semi-autonomous driving system.

Shikhar Mehrotra     May 11

BYD’s blazing-fast Flash charging tech for EVs got hot enough to roast a turkey

A real-world test of BYD's Megawatt Flash Charge technology recorded battery temperatures of 169.6°F, well above China's recommended safety ceiling for lithium iron phosphate cells, raising concerns about long-term battery health.

Pranob Mehrotra     May 11

Tesla’s latest Cybertruck recall sounds almost comical

Tesla is recalling 173 Cybertrucks after discovering a defect that could cause wheels to detach while driving, marking another bizarre chapter for the EV pickup.

Varun Mirchandani     May 10

Mercedes-Benz hypes up the upcoming AMG.EA as an electric car worth waiting for

Mercedes-AMG's latest video pulls back the curtain on the AMG GT 4-Door Coupe’s troubled but promising development, from a Papenburg high-speed setback to George Russell praising it.

Shikhar Mehrotra     May 9

Grok Voice Mode finally arrives on CarPlay, in case you enjoy talking to a loud-mouth AI in your car

xAI has launched Grok Voice Mode on Apple CarPlay, bringing hands-free AI conversations to millions of drivers with Grok’s signature sarcastic personality.

Varun Mirchandani     May 8

Dreame wants to kit you out with a smartphone, a smart ring, and a rocket-powered sports car

Dreame Technology unveiled two smartphones, three AI smart rings, and a rocket-powered sports car at its DREAME NEXT event in San Francisco last week, marking the home appliance brand's entry into categories it has never competed in before.

Pranob Mehrotra     May 6

Samsung reveals sharp stretchable display that’s ready for your car’s dashboard

Samsung Display’s sharper Stretchable Display 2.0 reaches 200 PPI and reshapes dashboard graphics around driving conditions, offering a clearer preview of how future car instrument clusters could become more adaptive.

Paulo Vargas     May 5

Rivian achieved a 50% lower cost in making the R2 EVs. Let’s hope the benefits pass on to buyers

Rivian says the R2 costs over 50% less to build than its R1 vehicles, a major step toward cheaper EVs if buyers see the benefit.

Vikhyaat Vivek     May 4

Grok is about to join ChatGPT and Perplexity on your CarPlay dashboard

A placeholder in the latest Grok iPhone app confirms xAI is bringing Grok Voice mode to Apple CarPlay, making it the third AI chatbot to join the platform.

Shikhar Mehrotra     May 3

Self-driving cars will no longer go scot-free in California as penalties go into effect

California's DMV announced that law enforcement can now issue formal traffic citations to autonomous vehicle manufacturers, along with 30-second emergency response requirements.

Shikhar Mehrotra     May 1