iOS 27 brings a Siri AI overhaul, video apps, audio scrubbing, and major reliability fixes to CarPlay this fall.
| Shikhar Mehrotra | June 14 |
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 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'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 |
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’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’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 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 |
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 |
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 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 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 |
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 |
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 |
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 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 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 |
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 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 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 |
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 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 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 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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 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-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 |
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 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 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 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 |
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 |
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 |