Technology NewsAll News
Browse by News Category
Nissan to Unveil Augmented Reality Device in Tokyo
It didn’t take long for the Google Glass augmented reality device to be banned for use by drivers in the U.K., but it seems Nissan is still interested in offering something similar geared toward drivers.
20 Percent of Americans Would Buy Autonomous Cars: Study
A survey conducted by CarInsurance.com suggests that 20 percent of drivers would prefer to have their cars take over on their daily commutes.
2015 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Patrol Vehicle: Coming to a Rear-View Mirror near You
Law enforcement officers put their lives on the line every day; it’s important they have the right tools to do their dangerous jobs. Helping serve those that serve others, Chevrolet just announced a new police-ready version of the 2015 Tahoe SUV.
Mitsubishi to Sell Rebadged Renault Family Sedan in America
Renault has been strategically aligned with Nissan since 1999 but today the Franco-Japanese partnership just announced their intention to cooperate with ailing automaker Mitsubishi.
Daimler Wants “Credit” for Fuel-Economy Improvements
Daimler is petitioning the U.S. government to get more favorable treatment under the new fuel-economy regulations. It wants extra credit for consumption-cutting features like start-stop technology.
Mitsubishi Reveals Trio of Hybrid Concepts Before Tokyo
Mitsubishi is bringing a trio of new concepts to the Tokyo Motor Show, all three of which feature some sort of electrified powertrain.
Infotainment Issues Going Unreported: Consumer Reports
The latest 2013 reliability study from Consumer Reports (CR) revealed once again that many folks are unhappy with their in-car infotainment systems, and the issue may be even bigger than the study suggests.
Mercedes-Benz Developing App for Google Glass Integration
It remains to be seen if Google Glass will be a successful product for general consumers, but Mercedes-Benz wants to be ready if it is.
Volvo’s Drive-E Engines Delivers the Goods with Low CO2 Emissions
All automakers are under enormous pressure to deliver the highest fuel economy possible without sacrificing performance. Volvo’s answer to the problem is their new Drive-E lineup of engines.
Elon Musk Sounds off on Hydrogen Fuel Cells
Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk is rapidly becoming a new Bob Lutz for the 21st century. The savvy South African is not afraid to share his opinion on a variety of topics and is at times refreshingly blunt.
Ford’s EcoBoost Police Interceptors Outrun Competition
Strong acceleration is important, it’s useful when merging onto a crowded expressway or towing a heavy trailer through the mountains. Speed is especially important for police vehicles as it gives law enforcement officers the power to take down bad guys. But who has the fastest cop car?
Autonomous Cars Face Hurdles, Still Show Promise
Everyone seems to be super bullish on autonomous vehicles these days. Pundits and product planners alike are hailing this technology as the industry’s next big game changer, but not everyone is so optimistic.
2014 Jeep Cherokee Heads to Dealers after Long Delay
Have you been anxiously waiting for the 2014 Jeep Cherokee? In spite of long delays the company is finally getting its act together and the new compact SUV should start to arrive at dealerships over the next 10 days.
Top 10 Ways to Improve Your Fuel Economy
Modern vehicles are expensive, and it’s not just the gigantic figure on the window sticker that hurts. You have to consider the price of everything else involved with automobile ownership.
Volvo Reveals Body Panels That Act as a Battery
In development for three and a half years Volvo has today announced what could be a revolutionary new technology for the auto industry, incorporating batteries into a car’s body panels.
Virginia Tech Hopes to Clone VIR’s Fallen Oak Tree
During the summer, the infamous Oak Tree at Virginia International Raceway fell, broken at the base.
Chevy Expanding Siri Integration to More Models
Chevrolet is expanding its inventory of vehicles that come with available integration to Apple’s Siri intelligent assistant system.
Driverless Cars from Tech Giants Easier to Trust: Study
Placing confidence in a self-driving car will be a big step for any driver, but a new study from KPMG LLP shows that consumers trust big tech companies more than automakers to get the job done.
2015 MINI Comes With Driver Assist System
When the next generation of MINI Coopers arrive for the 2015 model year, they will come with driver assistance systems mostly lifted from BMW.
Toyota Announces New City, Highway Safety Systems
Two new safety systems from Toyota were announced in Japan today that will better protect pedestrians and make highway driving safer.
Ford Testing Self-Parking Car – Video
Ford has revealed new prototype vehicles fitted with the brand’s fully assisted parking and obstacle avoidance technologies.
Google Applies for Patent on Gesture-Based Car Controls
A new patent application by Google reveals that the company is working on motion-based in-car controls.
BMW M Laptimer App Now Available for Download
The BMW M Laptimer app is now available for download from the Apple App Store.
Subaru’s EyeSight Adds New Tech, Enhanced Features
Subaru‘s EyeSight system is entering its second generation with additional functionality and driver-assistance technologies.
