Airbags have become a crucial safety feature in cars, but their journey began long before they became standard. In the 1920s, UK dentists Arthur Parrott and Harold Rounds created a patent for an inflatable device…
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Spotify’s Car Thing: A Failed Venture Met with Unexpected Scalper Demand
Introducing Car Thing, Spotify’s innovative solution to bridge the gap for users seeking access to its platform while on the road. Car Thing emerges as a dedicated device, tailored to offer Spotify’s seamless experience to…
Future of Driving? Tesla Tests Car That Sees Without Mirrors
Could this be Tesla’s first try at a self-driving taxi? People spotted a changed-up Model 3, with cameras in different spots than usual, driving on a freeway in Palo Alto, California. It had Texas manufacturer…
Apple To Introduce Vehicle Motion Cues And Other Accessibility Features For iPhone And iPad
Apple is adding new features to iPhones and iPads to make them easier to use for everyone. One cool feature is called Vehicle Motion Cues. It helps reduce the chance of feeling sick when you’re…
In-Car Connectivity: CarPlay 2.0 and Android Auto Updates
General Motors’ attempt to challenge Android Auto and CarPlay faced significant backlash from consumers who consider these apps essential in modern vehicles. The availability of apps on Android Auto and CarPlay continues to expand, with…
Google Maps Quietly Upgrades: Android Highlights, EV Charging
Enhancing an app doesn’t always mean introducing major new features or fixing bugs; it can also involve subtle refinements that significantly enhance user experience, as demonstrated by a recent quiet update to Google Maps. If…
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving Update: Transitioning to Version 12.3.6
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, version 12.3.6, marks a significant milestone in autonomous driving technology, prompting Tesla to transition all vehicles, including those limited to older software versions, to the latest iteration. Rolled out alongside…
H2 Clipper: The Airship Bringing Hydrogen Fuel Across the Globe!
Imagine giant airships carrying clean hydrogen fuel across the world! That’s the idea behind H2 Clipper, a next-generation airship being designed by H2 Clipper Inc. Airships were all the rage in the 1930s, but then…
Bend It Like Light: Scientists Unlock Super-Fast 6G
Imagine getting internet speeds that are thousands of times faster than what we have today! That’s the promise of 6G, the next generation of wireless data. But there’s a hurdle: these super-fast signals travel in…
Charge Up with Sunshine: New Solar Charger Lets You Power Your EV Directly from the Sun
A US company called Enteligent is now taking pre-orders for a brand new way to charge electric vehicles (EVs). Their charger, called the TLCEV T1, is special because it uses solar power instead of electricity…
Powering Up the Seas: New Tech Makes Electric Ships a Reality
Infineon Technologies, a leading semiconductor company, and HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE) have forged a preliminary partnership aimed at pioneering advancements in marine engine and machinery electrification. Together, they seek to harness the…
The E-Scooter That Never Quits: Gas Saves the Day When Battery Dies
Overcoming range anxiety with electric vehicles (EVs) can be tricky, especially when time is tight or charging infrastructure is scarce. What if the charging stations available don’t work? Taiwanese motorcycle manufacturer SYM may have a…
Tesla’s Loss, EnviroSpark’s Gain! EV Charging Company on Hiring Spree
EnviroSpark, an Atlanta-based EV charging company, is gearing up for expansion thanks to a significant $50 million investment from Basalt Infrastructure Partners, a mid-market infrastructure equity investment firm. This infusion of capital will fuel EnviroSpark’s…
California Makes Charging Your Electric Car at Home More Affordable
California is addressing the issue of spikes in electricity rates affecting the cost of charging electric vehicles (EVs) at home with a novel solution. The state is considering implementing a fixed charge on electricity bills…
GM Energy Reveals V2H Solution: Powering Homes With Electric Vehicles
GM Energy, a subsidiary of General Motors, is pioneering a Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) bidirectional charging system, showcasing its potential by disconnecting a home from the grid and powering it solely through an electric vehicle (EV). While…
Introducing The SL-1200M7B Elevating The Turntable Experience With Lamborghini
Automobili Lamborghini and Technics have joined forces to introduce the new SL-1200M7B turntable. This special edition is based on the acclaimed SL-1200MK7/SL-1210MK7 DJ models from Technics’ renowned SL-1200 turntable series, celebrated for their exceptional performance…
Important Recall: Lectron NACS Adapter Could Disconnect During Charging
Attention electric car owners! There’s a safety hazard to be aware of with Lectron’s NACS to CCS1 charging adapter. This adapter allows certain electric vehicles to use Tesla’s Supercharger stations. Lectron is recalling about 1,600…
Power Up Your Ride: Top EV Chargers for 2024
Picking the perfect charger for your electric car can be tough. Unlike most websites that copy reviews, I actually test these chargers myself before recommending them. Here are some of the best options for 2024,…
Google Maps vs Waze: Comparing Top Navigation Apps
Google Maps and Waze stand as the world’s premier mobile navigation apps, each serving distinct user needs. While Google Maps emphasizes comprehensive mapping and exploration features, Waze prioritizes real-time traffic navigation. Both owned by Google,…
Tesla’s FSD Expansion: China Breakthrough & European Progress
Earlier this month, Elon Musk scrapped plans for a trip to India but instead made an impromptu visit to Beijing, signaling a shift in priorities for Tesla. During his visit, Musk finalized the necessary paperwork…