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Someone Designed a Rivian Bluetooth Speaker, And Man, It Looks Fantastic
Someone Designed a Rivian Bluetooth Speaker, And Man, It Looks Fantastic

11 Dec 2023, 14:16 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A concept envisioning a potential Rivian Bluetooth speaker proposes a device inspired by the carmaker's unique LED headlights

 
The Mother of All Snow Chains Is So Crazy It Makes the Car's Wheels Look Like Pizza
The Mother of All Snow Chains Is So Crazy It Makes the Car's Wheels Look Like Pizza

11 Dec 2023, 08:37 UTC · By: Daniel Patrascu / South Korean carmakers Hyundai and Kia give the world the concept of electrically-actuated snow chains embedded in the wheels and tires

 
Could GTA VI's Lucia and Jason End Up Like Bonnie and Clyde at the End of the Story?
Could GTA VI's Lucia and Jason End Up Like Bonnie and Clyde at the End of the Story?

10 Dec 2023, 19:40 UTC · By: Codrin Spiridon / Is the thumbnail from the Grand Theft Auto VI trailer an indication that Lucia and her partner in crime will and up just like Bonnie and Clyde?

 
You Can't Make This Up: Android Auto Now Disables Volume Controls
You Can't Make This Up: Android Auto Now Disables Volume Controls

10 Dec 2023, 10:28 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A new bug in the Android Auto world causes the app to block drivers from adjusting the audio volume when the app is running

 
Another App Discovers Android Auto's Ugly Side, Users Confused
Another App Discovers Android Auto's Ugly Side, Users Confused

9 Dec 2023, 20:02 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Users reveal that Tidal, a popular streaming service, no longer works correctly on Android Auto; a recent update seems to be the culprit

 
A New Google Maps Alternative Launches on Android Auto (With 3 Big Catches)
A New Google Maps Alternative Launches on Android Auto (With 3 Big Catches)

9 Dec 2023, 15:27 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Navitime, one of the biggest navigation software companies in Japan, updated its truck navigation software with Android Auto support

 
Dear Parents, Save Yourself a Buck or Two With Fortnite Rocket Racing
Dear Parents, Save Yourself a Buck or Two With Fortnite Rocket Racing

9 Dec 2023, 15:40 UTC · By: Codrin Spiridon / This holiday season, make yourself the best gift of all: saving up money by not buying a $70 kart racing game, and getting an amazing free one instead

 
The First Car Produced by a Phone Company Enters Critical Production Phase
The First Car Produced by a Phone Company Enters Critical Production Phase

9 Dec 2023, 10:32 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Xiaomi has started the production of exhibition vehicles that will be on display at the company's stores in the first quarter of 2024

 
Android Getting a New Big Emergency Feature, Launching on Android 12 and Later
Android Getting a New Big Emergency Feature, Launching on Android 12 and Later

8 Dec 2023, 20:00 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Google has partnered with RapidSOS to make 911 calls more straightforward; medical information will be automatically shared with the operator

 
This Simple App Lets You Change the CarPlay Wallpaper to Any Photo You Want
This Simple App Lets You Change the CarPlay Wallpaper to Any Photo You Want

8 Dec 2023, 17:42 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / AirWall is a new small utility that lets users change the CarPlay wallpaper to a custom image stored on their smartphone

 
Try This If Android Auto Isn't Working After Updating to Android 14
Try This If Android Auto Isn't Working After Updating to Android 14

8 Dec 2023, 16:33 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Several users claim that simply enabling and disabling USB debugging on their smartphones restored Android Auto in their cars

 
Rivian Abandons Plans To Develop Its Own Battery Cells, Fires 20 Battery Experts
Rivian Abandons Plans To Develop Its Own Battery Cells, Fires 20 Battery Experts

8 Dec 2023, 16:29 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Rivian fired 20 battery cell experts, including the company's lead battery engineer, Victor Prajapati, as it halts in-house battery cell development

 
Tesla Adds High Fidelity Park Assist, LAN Party on Wheels to 2023 Holiday Update
Tesla Adds High Fidelity Park Assist, LAN Party on Wheels to 2023 Holiday Update

8 Dec 2023, 10:08 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / After a leak showed an underwhelming Holiday Update, Tesla stepped up its game with a few important features added to the most significant update of the year

 
13-Year-Old Kia Boy Arrested After Trying to Become a TikTok Celebrity
13-Year-Old Kia Boy Arrested After Trying to Become a TikTok Celebrity

7 Dec 2023, 18:25 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / It's not over: the Kia Boys madness continues, with teenagers still breaking into Hyundai and Kia vehicles for Internet views

 
Google Maps Android Feature Launches on Android Auto, Update Now
Google Maps Android Feature Launches on Android Auto, Update Now

7 Dec 2023, 16:07 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The latest Google Maps version introduces a feature that's been available for several years on mobile devices; it's now rolling out to users

 
Tesla Slams Car Companies With Free Whitepaper of the Cybertruck's 48-Volt Architecture
Tesla Slams Car Companies With Free Whitepaper of the Cybertruck's 48-Volt Architecture

7 Dec 2023, 12:29 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Tesla has sent the 48-volt architecture whitepaper to automotive industry leaders, as confirmed on Wednesday by Ford CEO Jim Farley

 
Airbus and BMW Join Hands in First-of-Its-Kind Quest for Quantum Computer Breakthroughs
Airbus and BMW Join Hands in First-of-Its-Kind Quest for Quantum Computer Breakthroughs

7 Dec 2023, 09:55 UTC · By: Daniel Patrascu / Aerospace company Airbus and carmaker BMW announce the joint Quantum Mobility Quest, an effort meant to bring to light quantum computer solutions

 
Waze Gets a Santa Update, Hopefully He Also Has Major Bug Fixes in His Sack
Waze Gets a Santa Update, Hopefully He Also Has Major Bug Fixes in His Sack

6 Dec 2023, 20:27 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The Google-owned company has recently announced new festive updates for drivers worldwide; they include new moods and navigation voices

 
'Top Secret' Tesla Holiday Update Rolling Out to Employees, Massive Install Wave Incoming
'Top Secret' Tesla Holiday Update Rolling Out to Employees, Massive Install Wave Incoming

6 Dec 2023, 10:15 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Tesla is preparing a feature-packed Holiday Update that is now being tested by employees bound by a draconian NDA to prevent leaks

 
Android Auto in New Cars: The Struggle and The Fix
Android Auto in New Cars: The Struggle and The Fix

5 Dec 2023, 18:05 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Buyers of new 2023 SEAT models claim Android Auto is broken down, even when trying to run the application with high-end Android devices