Tesla’s new Cybertruck trim goes low on price, high on range 

Tesla has just introduced the most affordable variant of its Cybertruck in the US market. Carrying a sticker price worth $69,990, and dipping down to $62,490 with the federal tax credit applied, the new “Long Range” rear-wheel drive (RWD) model is quite an interesting package, in both good and odd ways.  For starters, despite being […]

Nadeem Sarwar     April 11, 2025

Kia’s new concept invites you to have a picnic in your car

Kia is adding a new car to its electric vehicle range , the Concept EV2, and the company showed off its interior yesterday at Milan Design Week. It’s got some quirky details that make it unlike your average interior, in terms of both function and materials, coming together for a concept that’s all about picnicking. […]

Georgina Torbet     April 11, 2025

AR driving at last – this Android Auto feature could mean navigation on smart glass

AR driving at last - this Android Auto feature could mean navigation on smart glass

Luke Edwards     April 10, 2025

Kia EV9 and EV6 now fully qualify for the $7,500 tax credit – except for one trim

Kia's best-selling EV6 and EV9 models are now fully produced in the U.S., making them eligible for the $7,500 tax credit. But the GT trims for both models don't qualify.

Nick Godt     April 10, 2025

Buy Now, Upgrade Later: Slate’s $25K Truck Flips the Script on EVs

Slate, a new EV start-up backed by Jeff Bezos, seeks to offer a $25K electric truck, which will be upgradeable.

Nick Godt     April 10, 2025

Waymo’s driverless cars are about to begin an overseas adventure

Waymo is about to expand its autonomous car testing internationally.

Trevor Mogg     April 9, 2025

Waymo faces questions about its use of onboard cameras for AI training, ads targeting

An unreleased version of Waymo’s privacy policy suggests the California-based company is preparing to use data from its robotaxis, including interior cameras, to train generative AI models and to offer targeted ads.

Nick Godt     April 8, 2025

Audi halts vehicle deliveries to the U.S. as it mulls impact of tariffs

Audi has announced it would halt shipments to the U.S. in the wake of President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on all imported vehicles.

Nick Godt     April 8, 2025

Tesla, Warner Bros. dodge some claims in ‘Blade Runner 2049’ lawsuit, copyright battle continues

A federal judge dismissed trademark claims against Tesla and Warner Bros. in a lawsuit filed by Alcon Entertainment, a production company behind the 2017 sci-fi movie Blade Runner 2049. However, the judge allowed Alcon to continue its copyright infringement claims against Tesla for its alleged use of AI-generated images mimicking scenes from Blade Runner 2049 without permission.

Nick Godt     April 7, 2025

Toyota shifts gears: 15 New EVs and a million cars by 2027

Toyota is planning to develop about 15 fully electric models by 2027, up from five currently. These models will include vehicles under the Toyota and Lexus brands, with production expected to reach 1 million units annually by that year.

Nick Godt     April 7, 2025

Jaguar Land Rover, Nissan hit the brake on shipments to U.S. over tariffs

Jaguar Land Rover will pause shipments of its UK-made cars to the U.S. this month, while it figures out how to respond to President Donald Trump's 25% tariff on imported cars. Nissan, meanwhile, is not taking U.S. orders for two Mexican-made Infiniti SUVs.

Nick Godt     April 6, 2025

Rivian set to unlock unmapped roads for Gen2 vehicles

Rivian's brand new 'hands-off' driving feature will work with unmapped roads on Gen2 vehicles later this year.

Nick Godt     April 6, 2025

Polestar 2 gets an audio upgrade from Bowers & Wilkins

There will soon be a new model of the popular Polestar 2 EV on its way, as the Swedish company has announced a 2026 update that will first be available in Europe before rolling out to other locations throughout this year. The 2026 Polestar 2 sees a new audio system and an upgraded infotainment system, […]

Georgina Torbet     April 3, 2025

Ebike icons relaunch Juiced Bikes to bring back the fun with huge torque

The Lectric co-founders were the high bidders in the Juiced Bikes bankruptcy auction in October, 2024,

Bruce Brown     April 1, 2025

You can charge this e-bike with your laptop charger

This new European e-bike uses USB-C chargers to power up its battery.

Willow Roberts     April 1, 2025

CarPlay in iOS 18.4: four key feature upgrades explained

CarPlay is adding a few new features in the next version of iOS. There’s something for everyone in this update.

Bryan M. Wolfe     March 27, 2025

Uber’s new shuttle service will get you from JFK airport to NYC for just $10

If you’re travelling to New York, there’s some good news for you today in that has expanded its airport shuttle service to include John F. Kennedy.  The company already offers the service at La Guardia, after it launched it last year, but the addition of JFK airport will no doubt please many who travel in […]

Britta O'Boyle     March 27, 2025

3D printed bike helmet can contract and deform, protecting riders’ heads

A newly developed 3D printed bike helmet is lighter and offers better protection than traditional helmets.

Georgina Torbet     March 26, 2025

Porsche’s new 2026 cars are getting an app store and a major audio upgrade

A set of updates is coming to the 2026 Porsche infotainment system.

Georgina Torbet     March 26, 2025

Aston Martin just revealed its most powerful production car ever

The new Aston Martin Vanquish Volante has been revealed as the most powerful production car to date. While the looks of this tarmac eating beauty may justify its price alone, the 824bhp under the hood certainly helps too. Aston says this is actually heavier than older models, thanks to bonded aluminium which adds torsional rigidity. […]

Luke Edwards     March 25, 2025

With Google Gemini, Android Auto could make your drive safer, more enjoyable

Google Gemini is expected to arrive on Android Auto. Here's what that could mean.

Bryan M. Wolfe     March 25, 2025

The 540bhp Renault 5 Turbo 3E retro release is just the first of the cool classics incoming

The new Renault 5 Turbo 3E, with its 540bhp, is not going to be the only mini-supercar with a retro punch from the French manufacturer. While this “hyper-hatch” is a limited run offering, Renault’s group design chief Lauren van den Acker there is “a window of opportunity” for more retro revivals like this beauty. The […]

Luke Edwards     March 24, 2025

Cadillac’s entry-level Optiq electric SUV is downsizing done right

The 2025 Cadillac Optiq is the General Motors' luxury brand's smallest EV yet, and maybe its best value.

Stephen Edelstein     March 24, 2025

Race car driver with paraplegia tests out new hand control system

A new braking system has been added to a race car driver's hand controls, allowing him to race without the use of his legs.

Georgina Torbet     March 21, 2025

Here’s when Honda, Acura EV owners can start using Tesla Superchargers

Honda has confirmed EV owners can soon start using Tesla's Supercharger network, but only after making a key purchase.

Tushar Mehta     March 20, 2025

New 8-exhaust Bugatti Tourbillon Équipe Pur Sang makes silly look stunning

This newly announced Tourbillon Équipe Pur Sang is baffling – it’s either silly, or utterly stunning. Perhaps both. Unlike, well, any car ever, this has a mighty eight exhausts. This appears to be a design choice as, let’s be honest, nobody needs that many exhausts. But just imagine the noise from the V16 engine powering […]

Luke Edwards     March 20, 2025

Watch this BBC report from 1971 about the ‘car radio of the future’

To see just how far we've come, check out this BBC report from more than half a century ago about the 'car radio of the future.'

Trevor Mogg     March 19, 2025

Rivian is more tech company than car company, and that’s a good thing

Rivian is building some of the most-loved EVs out there right now, but those cars are more tech than car. That's a good thing.

Christian de Looper     March 19, 2025

Purely bespoke e-bike brand promises 22-pound expressions of passion and precision

Ponomarets' founders are only interested in crafting moving art that epitomizes elegance and performance.

Bruce Brown     March 19, 2025

2025 Rivian R1T review: The best electric truck out there

The Rivian R1T set the stage for a great electric truck. Now on its second generation, the vehicle is as compelling as ever.

Christian de Looper     March 19, 2025

BYD claims it’s made a major EV charging breakthrough

BYD, a Chinese EV (electric vehicle) manufacturer, has announced a new battery and charging system it claims can top-up an EV almost as quickly as it takes to fill a traditional combustion engine car with gas. The Super E Platform is capable of delivering charging speeds of up to 1 megawatt (1000kW), equivalent to 2km […]

John McCann     March 18, 2025

You can now unlock your Audi with your iPhone, but you’ll need to have one specific model

Live: Check out our WWDC 2025 live blog, giving you all the information that Apple is unveiling about all the new things its bringing to its revamped software. Apple first introduced support for digital car keys back in 2022 and a number of car brands already offer the feature on some of their models, including […]

Britta O'Boyle     June 9, 2025

Name aside, Cadillac’s Escalade IQ isn’t the smartest EV decision

Cadillac finally gives its Escalade full-size SUV an electric powertrain to match its impressive tech, but the results are mixed.

Stephen Edelstein     March 17, 2025

Mercedes-Benz CLA EV is a small car ushering in big tech updates

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA may be an entry-level model, but it's leading the way with new tech and EV hardware improvements.

Stephen Edelstein     March 13, 2025