Autonomous Car Parking Robot an Early CES Winner

Claiming Level 4 autonomy, the Parkie is set for real-world trials this spring.

By Paul Myles • Jan. 4, 2024

Denso Aims for Mass Market Hydrogen Fuel Cells

Solid-state technology is being tipped as the best way to get automotive powertrains switched to hydrogen power.

By Paul Myles • Jan. 3, 2024

EV Buyers Give Dealerships Twice as Many One-Star Ratings

Staff friendliness, helpful communication can boost ratings.

By Nancy Dunham • Jan. 2, 2024

Crowded EV Market in ’24 to Force More Discounting, Likely Delays

Automakers are launching many new EVs in 2024, including CUVs and SUVs, but sluggish demand will likely force discounting.

By David Kiley • Jan. 2, 2024

LG Unveils Auto Displays for Software-Defined Vehicles

Screens set to dominate the in-cabin user experience as SDVs gain foothold in auto sector.

By Paul Myles • Jan. 2, 2024

Ways AI Will Revolutionize Automotive

There's no going back for the auto industry as new technology keeps its foot hard down on the pedal.

By By Graham Jarvis • Dec. 29, 2023

Chinese Smartphone Maker Unveils Performance BEV

Xiaomi claims its SU7 will out-perform rival cars from Tesla and Porsche.

By Paul Myles • Dec. 28, 2023

Nobel-Winning Battery Researcher Confident in Electric Future

Akira Yoshino says the U.S. is strengthening its battery-material supply chain while Japanese battery producers are looking to establish manufacturing in the U.S.

By Roger Schreffler • Dec. 28, 2023

Dynamic, Fast to Market Digital Cockpit from Intellias

Digital cockpit claiming improved user experience for future vehicles will debut at CES.

By Paul Myles • Dec. 28, 2023

U.K. Minister Promises Driverless Tech on Roads by 2026

Despite Cruise robo-taxi fiasco, the minister says government will legislate to get autonomous vehicles on U.K. roads quickly.

By Paul Myles • Dec. 27, 2023

Two Divergent Drives Reveal BEV Pluses and Minuses

A weeklong experience in a Ford Mustang Mach-E and a 653-mile trek in a Kia EV6 reveal some of the positives and negatives of the battery-electric-vehicle revolution.

By Bob Gritzinger • Dec. 27, 2023

Evolution of the Connected Autonomous Vehicle

Closer collaboration emerging between automakers and suppliers keen on accelerating driverless technology.

By By Graham Jarvis • Dec. 26, 2023

2023 Ford Maverick Tremor Tougher Than It Looks

The '23 Ford Maverick is small, but the Tremor package makes it a useful value for those who venture off the beaten path.

By David Kiley • Dec. 21, 2023

AI and the Automotive Dealership Landscape in 2024

In 2024, artificial intelligence stands as the transformative force set to reshape the automotive industry, particularly at automotive dealerships.

By Jim Roche • Dec. 21, 2023

Lead Players in Software-Defined Vehicles

Lots of noise right now around the SDV but advancing the technology is a complex challenge.

By Graham Jarvis • Dec. 21, 2023

Consumers Giving Plug-In Hybrids a Second Look

Auto dealer executive Eric Frehsée has concerns about the battery-electric-vehicle market, but he’s sold on plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.

By Steve Finlay • Dec. 20, 2023

Chevy Refreshes 2025 Suburban/Tahoe With Towing Tools, Cameras

Chevrolet adds new features and luxury appointments to its category-dominating Suburban and Tahoe SUVs.

By David Kiley • Dec. 20, 2023

Chinese Brand Nio Claims 649 Miles on Single Charge

Nio exceeds range marketing claims... at a power-saving average speed.

By Paul Myles • Dec. 20, 2023

TomTom Adds AI to In-Cabin Voice Assistant

Partnership with Microsoft aims to enhance user experience by making many more functions voice-controlled.

By Paul Myles • Dec. 19, 2023

McLaren GTS With More Power, Less Weight

Improved practicality on top of boosted performance claimed by new McLaren GTS.

By Paul Myles • Dec. 19, 2023

BEV Adoption Poor But No Plan ‘B’ Needed, Says Analyst

Despite slowing BEV sales and reliability problems in the U.S., a Frost and Sullivan analyst insists there's no alternative "whether people like it or not."

By Siegfried Mortkowitz • Dec. 18, 2023

Continental’s Smart Cockpit Boost With Latest Semiconductors

Telechips collaboration claims advanced features in both infotainment and safety functions.

By Paul Myles • Dec. 15, 2023

Nio Confirms Second EV Brand Will Launch in 2024

NIO's CEO promises the Chinese automaker will “disrupt the game.”

By Greg Kable • Dec. 15, 2023

France Cuts Purchase Incentives for Chinese BEVs

Ecology agency rules out China's vehicles constructed using a coal-dominated energy mix.

By Paul Myles • Dec. 15, 2023

Start-Up Scout Motors Taps Michigan for R&D Center

The Scout Innovation Center in Novi, MI, will have 200 employees and will house the brand’s product, design and engineering teams.

By Joseph Szczesny • Dec. 14, 2023