DAMD Unveils ‘Little 5’ and ‘Little Δ’ Rally-Inspired Body Kits for 2023, Enhancing Suzuki Jimny’s European Makeover

DAMD (Credits: Yahoo Autos)

Japanese tuner DAMD has unveiled two rally-inspired body kits for the Suzuki Jimny to celebrate the new year. This has become an annual tradition for DAMD, with unique retro body kits for the Jimny being…

Looking Ahead to 2025 Ford Bronco Sport: Expecting Bigger Touchscreen and Exciting Off-Road Enhancements

Ford Bronco Sport (Credits: Ford)

The 2025 Ford Bronco Sport is preparing for a mid-cycle refresh, and it appears that there will be some significant upgrades. Recent sightings of camouflaged prototypes on public roads have revealed interesting details, suggesting that…

Lexus UX300h 2025: Elevating Efficiency, Advanced Technology, and Enhanced Driving Experience

Lexus UX300h 2025 (Credits: YouTube)

There will be front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions of the UX300h available. A 2.0-liter inline-four engine producing 150 horsepower, a front-mounted permanent synchronous electric motor, and a continuously variable transmission are included in both…

Mercedes’ Stealthy Move: Spy Shots Reveal Compact EV Competing with BMW i4 and Tesla Model 3 in 2024

Mercedes (Credits: Autoevolution)

Mercedes has recently unveiled its electric EQE and EQS sedans, but these spy shots suggest the company is gearing up for a more compact electric vehicle (EV). While our enthusiasm for the EQE and EQS…

Apple Teams Up with Porsche and Aston Martin for Next-Gen CarPlay: Elevating Driving Experiences with Brand-Integrated Interfaces

Apple is collaborating with esteemed automakers to infuse distinctive brand elements into the CarPlay environment. Porsche and Aston Martin are the first to showcase this collaboration, providing a sneak peek into the bespoke CarPlay interfaces set to grace their upcoming models. The latest iteration of CarPlay takes a leap forward by seamlessly integrating into all displays within a vehicle, expanding beyond the central infotainment screen. While retaining the familiar CarPlay functionality, the interface now offers multiple template options and special details tailored to embody the essence of each brand. Apple Teams Up with Porsche and Aston Martin for Next-Gen CarPlay (Credits: Cool Hunting) Porsche's preview of the CarPlay interface reveals a cluster featuring three circular gauges and a background wallpaper mirroring the iconic houndstooth (Pepita in Porsche terminology) seat pattern synonymous with the brand. In contrast, Aston Martin takes a unique approach, incorporating a central information screen flanked by a circular speedometer and tachometer, with the latter adorned by "Handbuilt in Great Britain" wraparound text. Apple's next-generation CarPlay, while relying on an iPhone for app-related information, leverages the host vehicle to furnish driving-specific data. It's emphasized that connected iPhones neither store nor track this vehicle-derived information. Moreover, this enhanced connectivity enables the new CarPlay to display information from the vehicle's native infotainment system seamlessly, including details such as tire pressure information. Porsche has not provided specific launch timing for the introduction of this upgraded CarPlay in its models. In contrast, Aston Martin has disclosed that Apple's next-gen setup is compatible with its latest infotainment system, set to debut in 2024 with vehicles like the DB12 coupe and DB12 convertible (or Volante, as Aston Martin refers to it). Given Porsche's affiliation with the Volkswagen Group and Aston Martin's ties to Lucid and Mercedes, it is conceivable that this technology will eventually find its way into other vehicles within their respective portfolios in the near future. (Credits: The Verge)

Apple is collaborating with esteemed automakers to infuse distinctive brand elements into the CarPlay environment. Porsche and Aston Martin are the first to showcase this collaboration, providing a sneak peek into the bespoke CarPlay interfaces…

Porsche 911 2025: Introducing High-Powered Hybrid and Enhanced 3.6L Engine

Porsche 911 2025 (Credits: Motor Authority)

The upcoming 2025 model of the Porsche 911, designated as the 992.2, will showcase refreshed front and rear designs, an updated cockpit, and various detail enhancements, including the integration of 48-volt hybrid systems across the…

Efficiency Redefined: The 2024 Lexus RZ300e – Front-Wheel Drive, Lower Cost, Extended Range

2024 Lexus RZ300e (Credits: Elektrek)

As the premium brand’s only electric car, the Lexus RZ hasn’t had much of an impression yet. Despite having all-wheel drive and all the characteristics we’d come to expect from a pleasing Lexus, the RZ450e’s…

Mercedes Drives Innovation: Approval Granted for Turquoise Marker Lights, Along with the Drive Pilot

Mercedes-Benz (Credits: Mercedes-Benz Group)

Mercedes is pioneering a shift in marker light aesthetics, securing the distinction of being the first automotive manufacturer to gain approval for utilizing turquoise-colored exterior lights in the United States. These distinctive indicators serve a…

Tailoring Luxury Adventures: Configuring the 2024 Lexus GX550 for Personalized Excellence

Lexus GX550 (Credits: Car and Driver)

Anticipation has soared for the imminent release of the 2024 Lexus GX ever since the tantalizing teaser image unveiled its bold, boxy design. As the mid-size luxury SUV gears up for its impending launch, detailed…

Chevrolet Extends Legacy: Introducing the 2024 Traverse Limited Alongside its Redesigned Sibling

Chevrolet (Credits: Car Revs Daily)

Continuing the automotive tradition of models like the Ram 1500 Classic, the Nissan Rogue Select, and the Chevrolet Malibu Classic, the aging Chevrolet Traverse will extend its run into the 2024 model year alongside its…