Car Tech
Autonomy, driver assistance, infotainment, software and connected-car systems.
Zoox Robotaxi Skips The Human Driver, But Could Cost More Than An Uber
While you'll save money on tips, trips could cost 20-40% more than a standard Uber or Lyft
Automakers Are Changing How They Roll Out Over-The-Air Updates
Do you expect your car to get updates like your smartphone?
Watch Tesla driver plea with police after FSD drove 64 mph in a 45
A police department in Parker, Colorado, pulled over a Tesla going 64 mph in a 45 mph zone whose driver insisted they weren’t responsible, because the car was running “Full Self-Driving.” Of course, Tesla will never…
Cadillac CT5’s Shocking IIHS Failure: Driver’s Head Hit Sill
IIHS’s newer SUV-style side and updated front crash tests expose key weaknesses in the 2026 Cadillac CT5 that its 5-star NHTSA rating misses.
Zoox's Autonomous Pod Without A Steering Wheel Wants Your Money Now
Zoox said on Wednesday that it will start charging for rides on August 10, in a milestone for the company and broader industry.
Waymo CEO explains why Tesla’s camera-only self-driving falls short
Waymo co-CEO Dmitri Dolgov laid out the clearest technical case yet for why cameras alone can’t take a self-driving system to full autonomy, arguing that “weak sensing” hits a safety ceiling long before it reaches…
Tesla FSD v14 Lite tied to rising HW3 computer failures, owners report
A growing number of Tesla owners running the new Full Self-Driving v14 “Lite” build on Hardware 3 (HW3) vehicles are reporting Autopilot computer overheating alerts — and, in some cases, outright computer failures. The…
Hyundai IONIQ 5 spotted with a new high-tech setup and large 18″ digital screen
A mysterious IONIQ 5 test mule was caught in South Korea with an all-new interior setup, including a large 18″ infotainment screen.
Waymo adds Google’s Gemini AI assistant and new UI to Ojai robotaxi
Waymo is putting Google’s Gemini AI assistant inside its robotaxis for the first time, alongside the first major redesign of its rider interface in years. Both features are launching in the Ojai, Waymo’s purpose-built…
Hyundai reveals IONIQ 3 prices start at $30,000, and it already looks like a hit
Hyundai says the IONIQ 3 is attracting more customer interest than any vehicle it’s ever launched. With over 300 miles of range, Hyundai’s new high-tech infotainment system, and a starting price around $30,000, the…
Volvo drops lidar for good on EX90 and ES90, pays owner compensation
Volvo has confirmed it’s dropping lidar for good on the EX90 and ES90, and it’s paying owners compensation for a feature they were promised but will never get. In Norway, that payout is NOK 18,000 (about $1,900) per…
Kia’s vehicles are about to get a smart upgrade, starting in 2027
Starting next year, Kia will begin launching vehicles equipped with Hyundai’s new high-tech infotainment system.
Tesla self-driving manager describes scary conditions in robotaxi testing
A former Tesla manager who ran the company’s “Full Self-Driving” test fleet in Houston says the operation was so understaffed that its cars became “rolling hazards on public streets,” according to a lawsuit. The…