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fromFast Company
1 day ago

AI is eliminating one of the biggest bottlenecks of car design

Aerodynamics significantly influence vehicle design, and AI is accelerating aerodynamic analysis, improving efficiency in car production.
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
6 days ago

This car company just patented a toilet under your seat

A Chinese automaker has patented a compact in-car toilet designed for long journeys and camping, featuring a slide-out mechanism and advanced waste management system.
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from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

Ford's Staggering 19.5 Million Vehicle Recalls

Ford recalled 19.5 million vehicles, significantly more than any other car company, impacting sales and costing the company billions.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

I found Android Auto's hidden shortcut that automates any task in your car - and it's brilliant

Android Auto's Custom Assistant allows users to automate tasks with preset actions, enhancing convenience while driving.
UX design
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

The Deceptively Tricky Art of Designing a Steering Wheel

Designing a functional and beautiful steering wheel is one of the most challenging tasks in automotive design.
#tesla
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fromTESLARATI
1 week ago

Tesla's troublesome Auto Wipers get a major upgrade

Tesla has deployed an over-the-air update to improve the Auto Wipers feature across its fleet, addressing long-standing complaints from drivers.
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fromTESLARATI
1 week ago

Tesla's troublesome Auto Wipers get a major upgrade

Tesla has deployed an over-the-air update to improve the Auto Wipers feature across its fleet, addressing long-standing complaints from drivers.
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frominsideevs.com
2 weeks ago

Tesla's 'ASS' Is Safe As Feds End Probe Into Remote Control Feature

Tesla's Actual Smart Summon feature is cleared by NHTSA after a probe found low severity and frequency of reported crashes.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 weeks ago

Could The Cybercab Preview Tesla's New Door Release?

Tesla is redesigning its door handles and releases in response to regulatory pressure, with new mechanisms seen in the upcoming Cybercab.
#car-gadgets
fromZDNET
1 month ago
E-Commerce

9 useful car gadgets I'd pay full price for (but some are on sale now)

E-Commerce
fromZDNET
1 month ago

9 useful car gadgets I'd pay full price for (but some are on sale now)

Spring sales events offer ideal opportunities to purchase practical car gadgets and accessories for upcoming road trips and seasonal driving needs.
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

Humanoid tests humanoid robot for automotive logistics

This proof of concept in the manufacturing industry allows us to demonstrate how humanoid robots can act as extensions of an organization's operations by providing business context awareness and integration with existing workflows.
London startup
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frominsideevs.com
2 weeks ago

Car Buyers Don't Like Subscriptions. Car Companies Are Pushing Them For Driver-Assistance Tech Anyway.

Automakers are increasingly offering partial automation features through subscription models, despite consumer fatigue with ongoing payments.
#steer-by-wire
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fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Mercedes adds steer-by-wire - and a dang steering yoke - to the EQS

Mercedes-Benz introduces steer-by-wire technology in the refreshed EQS sedan, enhancing steering control with electronic systems.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 weeks ago

I Tried Mercedes' Futuristic New Steering Yoke. It's Better Than It Looks

Mercedes-Benz's steer-by-wire system in the EQS prototype offers a unique driving experience with variable steering ratios and innovative design.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 month ago

Tesla Cybertruck gets long-awaited safety feature

Tesla's anti-dooring protection feature for Cybertruck uses existing cameras to detect approaching cyclists, pedestrians, or vehicles and prevents door opening if hazards are detected in blind spots.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Android Auto's Secret Superpower Is a Customizable Shortcut Button

Android Auto users can create custom Google Assistant shortcuts on their dashboard to perform various tasks like navigation, music playback, and smart home control with a single button press.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Hyundai recalls some Canadian vehicles due to seatbelt issue | CBC News

A seatbelt status indicator that doesn't work correctly could create confusion. Not wearing a seatbelt increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 weeks ago

VW Boss Says Physical Controls Are A 'Non-Negotiable'

CEO Thomas Schafer stated, "I said, listen, there's two things that are absolutely non-negotiable for me: door handles and buttons. I don't understand why anybody would have [touch-sensitive] sliders."
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fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Why hands-free systems in self-driving cars aren't actually safer, according to the NTSB | Fortune

Driver assistance systems are convenient but do not enhance safety, leading to increased driver distraction and reliance on technology.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Ford's new AI assistant will help fleet owners know if seatbelts are being used | TechCrunch

Ford launched a free AI assistant for commercial customers to analyze fleet data and improve profitability, betting that software generates revenue even when offered at no cost.
#autonomous-vehicles
Mission District
fromMedium
1 month ago

What is teleoperation?

Autonomous vehicles require invisible design infrastructure beyond sensors and algorithms to handle real-world complexity and edge cases at scale.
Mission District
fromMedium
1 month ago

What is teleoperation?

Autonomous vehicles require invisible design infrastructure beyond sensors and algorithms to handle real-world complexity and edge cases at scale.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 weeks ago

Porsche's Wild Curved Display Is The Car Touchscreen Done Right

The Porsche Cayenne Electric's curved touchscreen design improves accessibility and usability compared to traditional flat touchscreens.
Cars
fromFast Company
1 month ago

This Ford recall involves a feature you probably rely on every day

Ford recalls 254,640 vehicles due to potential rearview camera image issues affecting advanced driver assistance features.
Health
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Are YOU a 'Gangster' driver? The worst driving positions for you

Poor driving posture—raised shoulders, over-reclining, sitting too far back, or sitting too close—can cause neck, shoulder, spine, pelvis and hip strain; relax and adjust.
#china-regulation
Privacy technologies
fromSecurityWeek
1 month ago

Researchers Uncover Method to Track Cars via Tire Sensors

TPMS tire pressure sensors transmit unencrypted unique identifiers allowing low-cost roadside receivers to track vehicle movements and driving patterns.
#vehicle-safety
fromTheregister
2 months ago

If Microsoft made a car... what would it be?

Porter complained about difficulties when trying to insert lines in Excel. (Which, to be fair to Microsoft, is relatively straightforward - need to insert a row? Right-click on a selected row. Need to insert a line in text? Alt+Return is probably going to be your friend.) But then Porter turned to that other productivity stalwart, Word. "Never underestimate Microsoft's ability to make things more complicated," he said.
Tech industry
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frominsideevs.com
4 weeks ago

Google's Android Is About To Take Over Your Entire CarNot Just the Screens

Google's Android Automotive OS for Software Defined Vehicles aims to control vehicle functions directly, streamlining integration for car manufacturers.
#electric-vehicles
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Back seats aren't as safe as they should be. A crash test is trying to help

For three decades, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has been smashing vehicles with an adult-sized dummy sitting in the front seat, simulating a type of head-on collision where two vehicles are slightly offset. It's always been a challenging test, above and beyond the minimum standards that car companies are legally required to meet. The IIHS conducts tests and independently awards safety ratings that are meant to reward companies for superior safety, well exceeding minimum standards.
US news
Tech industry
fromTESLARATI
2 months ago

Tesla makes dramatic change to Online Design Studio to show FSD plans

Tesla is shifting Full Self-Driving from a one-time purchase to a subscription-focused model, removing the outright purchase option and signaling future price increases.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 month ago

This EV Is Great To Drive. But Missing Software Features Ruin It

Polestar 3 struggles with user experience despite being a software-defined vehicle, lacking essential features and having a clunky interface.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

This backup camera cleaner hides behind your license plate

Lens Lizard is an aftermarket kit that mounts behind license plates to remotely clean backup cameras with a refillable fluid reservoir and Bluetooth remote.
Gadgets
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Intriguing New Smartphone Design Features a Small Robot Arm

Honor unveiled a Robot Phone concept featuring a motorized camera arm extending from the device, designed to integrate AI capabilities for recording and analyzing surroundings.
Cars
fromFast Company
1 month ago

5 AI features coming to your next car

Cars are evolving into software-defined vehicles with advanced AI features, including improved voice assistants, cloud connectivity, and onboard processors that fundamentally transform vehicle operation.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

This $99 Water Jet Remotely Cleans Your Car's Backup Camera Without You Leaving Your Seat - Yanko Design

Reverse driving accounts for just 1% of all driving time, yet it's responsible for roughly 25% of all accidents. A dirty backup camera in winter, mud season, or on dusty country roads is not a hypothetical inconvenience but a genuine safety liability, one that most drivers have resigned themselves to either living with or solving by stepping out of the car every time.
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fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Drivers in fatal Ford BlueCruise crashes were likely distracted before impact | TechCrunch

The safety board released documents for each crash and announced it will hold a public hearing on March 31 in Washington D.C., where it will discuss the findings and likely issue recommendations to Ford. The NTSB is an independent federal agency that investigates transportation accidents, but doesn't regulate the industry.
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frominsideevs.com
2 months ago

China's Next Safety Target May Be Yoke Steering Wheels

China's MIIT draft safety standard will likely ban yoke steering wheels in new passenger cars from 2027 due to airbag and impact-test failures.
Cars
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

China is leading the fight against hidden car door handles | TechCrunch

China will ban concealed electronic door handles on cars, requiring mechanical external and interior releases effective January 1, 2027, after fatal incidents and safety concerns.
Cars
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Own a Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or Ram? You may be under a stop-drive warning

Stellantis issued a 'do not drive' warning for 225,000 U.S. vehicles (2003–2016) until defective Takata airbag inflators are replaced.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 month ago

A Software Glitched Turned Off The Lights, Then The Car Crashed

A Chinese driver's voice command to turn off interior lights inadvertently disabled the car's headlights, causing a crash, prompting Lynk & Co to issue an emergency patch while similar vulnerabilities were found in other brands.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 months ago

Rivian Updated The R2's Manual Door Release, And People Are Mad

Rivian R2 adds a more accessible manual rear-door release to address risks posed by electronic handles losing power during accidents.
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Honda vehicles used to proactively report road safety issues in nation-first pilot

Honda and DriveOhio have teamed up on a new road safety initiative in which Honda vehicles are being used to collect real-time data that can advise about potential issues and road deficiencies before they become a problem. Honda's Proactive Roadway Maintenance System, which has been in prototyping since 2021, uses "advanced vision and LiDAR sensors" to identify issues such as worn or obstructed road signs, damaged guardrails, rough roads and emerging potholes.
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fromTESLARATI
2 months ago

Tesla-inspired door handles prohibited under China's new safety standard

China will ban hidden and electrically actuated EV door handles, requiring mechanical exterior and independent interior release handles effective January 1, 2027.
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

What happens to a car when the company behind its software goes under?

As vehicles become platforms for software and subscriptions, their longevity is increasingly tied to the survival of the companies behind their code. When those companies fail, the consequences ripple far beyond a bad app update and into the basic question of whether a car still functions as a car. Over the years, automotive software has expanded from performing rudimentary engine management and onboard diagnostics to powering today's interconnected, software-defined vehicles.
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frominsideevs.com
2 months ago

The Clever Way Volvo Solved The Biggest Issue With Electric Door Handles

Designing electronic shark-fin door handles with proper redundancy can mitigate safety risks associated with power door handles.
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fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

The 9,000-pound monster I don't want to give back | TechCrunch

The electric Escalade IQL is an enormous, 9,000-pound electric luxury SUV with striking design but impractical size for everyday driving and parking.
Cars
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

8 car features from the 70s and 80s that today's drivers can't believe existed - Silicon Canals

Cars from the 1970s and 1980s used many experimental features that now appear dangerous, primitive, or absurd compared to modern vehicles.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Here's how Rivian changed the rear door manual release on the R2 | TechCrunch

First off, the front doors open from the inside in the same way as in the existing R1 vehicles. There is an electronic button that opens the door, and there's a manual door-release latch tucked into the front part of the interior handle. The rear doors also have an electronic button, as well as a change to the rear manual release.
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