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fromTESLARATI
9 hours ago

Tesla bolsters App with new safety, insurance, and storage features

The Tesla Smartphone App enhances vehicle management with features like Summon, navigation, and new updates for safety and storage.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 week ago

Tesla launches new Model Y interior option

Tesla introduces a new Zen Grey interior for the Model Y, replacing the white option and enhancing the cabin's aesthetic appeal.
Cars
fromTESLARATI
1 week ago

Tesla Cabin Camera gets an incredible new feature for added driver safety

Tesla's in-cabin camera now tracks driver age with Software Update 2026.8.6, enhancing safety and monitoring capabilities.
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.
California
fromFortune
3 days ago

A bizarre insurance scam was exposed as 'clearly a human in a bear suit' damaging luxury cars | Fortune

Three individuals in California staged insurance fraud using a bear costume to claim damages on luxury cars, seeking nearly $142,000 in payouts.
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
4 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.
Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
6 days ago

Buying a Smart Smoke Detector Turns Out to Be a Little Dumb

Smart smoke detectors often lack ionization sensors, which are crucial for detecting fast-burning fires, making them less effective than traditional models.
fromSecurityWeek
5 days ago

Ransomware Hits Automotive Data Expert Autovista

We are responding to a ransomware incident affecting certain Autovista systems in Europe and Australia. We appreciate our customers' patience as we work to respond to this incident in a disciplined manner.
Information security
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Delivery Robot Companies in Trouble as Bot Become Targets for Vandalism

Out of the company's first 80,000 deliveries the bots finished on campus, about 1,600 involved incidents of vandalism. At a cost of $2,500 per Kiwibot, the damage adds up quick.
London startup
Bicycling
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

This bike rack pioneer is selling Bluetooth suction cups to stick bikes to your car

Allen Bikes introduces Bluetooth-monitored suction cups for bike mounting, enhancing safety with smart pressure sensors.
#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.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 week 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.
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.
California
fromCalifornia Post
3 weeks ago

California sheriff's department to utilize Batman-like gadget to halt car chases

Riverside County Sheriff's Department will use the Grappler device to safely stop fleeing vehicles, inspired by Batman's gadgets.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
3 weeks ago

LITELOK's New X1 Mini is a Smaller, Lighter Version of its Popular Angle-Grinder Resistant U-Lock

LITELOK introduces the X1 Mini, a compact and lightweight version of its award-winning bike lock, maintaining high theft resistance and affordability.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Cyberattack on a Car Breathalyzer Firm Leaves Drivers Stuck

Law enforcement dismantled major botnets while new vulnerabilities and privacy issues in tech continue to emerge, raising concerns over security.
Cars
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Does parking fill you with dread? I tried Kia's new self-parking car

Kia's EV2 features Remote Smart Parking Assist, allowing drivers to park remotely, potentially transforming urban parking experiences.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
4 weeks ago

Three Sweet Protection Full Face Helmets Earn 5-Star Virginia Tech Ratings

Three Sweet Protection full-face mountain bike helmets earned Virginia Tech's 5-Star safety rating, ranking 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in their category.
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.
Cars
fromFast Company
4 weeks 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.
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.
UK news
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Warning to Scots drivers over new AI cameras that can see inside cars

AI-powered cameras will monitor Scottish drivers for seatbelt use and mobile phone usage over six months to inform future enforcement strategies.
Cars
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Inside the fiery, deadly crashes involving the Tesla Cybertruck

Tesla Cybertrucks have been involved in at least five known fires resulting in four fatalities, prompting wrongful death lawsuits against the company despite only 60,000 units sold in two years.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

'Thieves broke into my car - to take parcel shelf'

She said people "just couldn't believe" cars were being broken into just for the shelves. The Met Police opened an investigation following a number of parcel shelves being stolen from cars in Hampstead and Highgate, the force said. Sam Phipps Phipps told BBC Radio London her car was targeted despite only having her gym bag, out of sight, in the boot.
London
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The 49 driller killer': steps to avoid locksmith scams

Rogue locksmiths use bait-and-switch tactics, advertising low prices online then charging 10 times more upon arrival, exploiting vulnerable customers locked out of their homes.
#china-regulation
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.
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.
#vehicle-safety
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.
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 month ago

Things to Do Immediately If You Lose Your Only Set of Car Keys - Social Media Explorer

In the age of smart fobs and transponder chips, losing your keys isn't just a minor inconvenience; it can feel like a high-tech lockout from your own life. When the realization settles in, the clock starts ticking. Your first instinct might be to call the dealership, but that often leads to a massive towing bill and a multi-day wait for parts.
Gadgets
Information security
fromZDNET
2 months ago

3 security gadgets I never leave home without (and don't break the bank)

Carry an inexpensive kit of physical security tools, like a USB data blocker, to protect devices from malicious chargers, cables, and data theft while traveling.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Time to Ditch Your Ring Doorbell? Here Are the Best Privacy-Minded Alternatives

Video doorbell footage poses privacy risks through unauthorized access, government surveillance, and potential misuse for racial profiling, though legal protections exist for refusing police requests without warrants.
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.
Cars
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
fromTESLARATI
2 months ago

Tesla adds notable improvement to Dashcam feature

With the news of a merger between SpaceX and xAI being confirmed earlier this week by CEO Elon Musk directly, the first moves of an umbrella company that combines all of the serial tech entrepreneur's companies have been established. The move aims to combine SpaceX's prowess in launches with xAI's expanding vision in artificial intelligence, as Musk has detailed the need for space-based data centers that will require massive amounts of energy to operate.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Autopian
1 month ago

This $30 Tool Has Kept My Car Batteries Alive No Matter How Long I've Let Them Sit Outside - The Autopian

One of the weird quirks of working from home and owning a lot of cars is that I might go a month or a few between driving a specific vehicle. This is especially true in the winter, when I just won't drive my favorite cars at all to keep them out of the road salt. Many of my vehicles don't have the privilege of sipping from a battery tender. Yet, when I'm ready, the cars fire up when it's time to drive.
Cars
Gadgets
fromInverse
1 month ago

50 Weird but Genius Home Upgrades That Make Your Home Way Safer

Small, unexpected, and affordable home gadgets can prevent hazards, stop break‑ins, reduce slips, and fix problems early, delivering significant peace of mind.
#home-security
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago
Information security

7 things burglars look for that signal no one is home that most people do without thinking - Silicon Canals

fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago
Information security

7 things burglars look for that signal no one is home that most people do without thinking - Silicon Canals

Bicycling
fromWIRED
5 years ago

The Best Ebike Locks That We've Trusted With $200,000's Worth of Bikes

High-security, heavy-duty locks tailored to ebikes' thicker frames and unique shapes are essential to deter theft; choose rated, angle-grinder-resistant locks and use them properly.
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Tech support detective solved crime by checking the carpark

"A floor manager responsible for production asked me to fix his PC, which was so slow he could literally make a coffee in the time between double-clicking an icon and having the program open," Parker told On Call. The manager's PC was only a year old and ran Windows XP, a combo that at the time of this tale should have made for decent performance.
Information security
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 months ago

The New Stowe Trunk Is Waterproof, Lockable & Way Better than a Milk Crate

Stowe Trunk is a waterproof, lockable, hard-sided rear-rack storage trunk that attaches to standard racks, holds grocery-sized loads, and is made from partially recycled materials.
Gadgets
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

I've Solo Traveled for 20 Years, and These Are the 15 Safety Devices That Actually Work-From $10 at Amazon

Solo travel across decades yields many rewarding experiences but includes serious safety risks; travelers should pack affordable anti-theft and personal safety devices.
Gadgets
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Police in Detroit Suburb Install Hives That Can Instantly Deploy Drones to Fight Crime

Dearborn launched a Drone as First Responder program using Skydio drones and dock hives to quickly assess incidents and augment police response.
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.
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Digital car keys are getting more sophisticated

Need to lend your neighbor your car? The newest version of the digital key specification allows vehicle owners to text a copy of the key to other people. Last month, over a dozen automobile and smartphone manufacturers gathered in Palo Alto, California, for the 16th annual "Plugfest," hosted by the Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) to test out the latest in digital key technology.
Cars
Cars
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

China bans hidden car door handles over safety concerns

China will ban hidden door handles on EVs, requiring mechanical releases both inside and outside effective 1 January 2027.
Cars
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
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
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.
fromThe Oaklandside
2 months ago

A Cybertruck door latch failed as an Oakland dad drove his infant onto a highway

As they headed toward Highway 24 from Camino Pablo, their child was strapped into her car seat, looking sleepy. Then, in a fraction of a second, something frightening happened. As Shah turned the car onto the horseshoe curve of the ramp, he said, the back passenger door next to their baby swung open violently, all 60 pounds of it, much of it "ultra-hard" stainless steel. Shah and his wife screamed out in shock, and Shah immediately pulled onto the shoulder to see what had happened.
Cars
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.
Cars
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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