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Subaru Outback Gets Stuck on a Beach After Driver Learns a Very Important GPS Lesson
Subaru Outback Gets Stuck on a Beach After Driver Learns a Very Important GPS Lesson

7 Sep 2023, 08:05 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Queensland driver who blindly trusted his GPS navigation system ended up stuck in sand on a beach at 2 AM; it was too late to do anything, he says

 
Rivian Releases Massive OTA Software Update, R1S Now Considerably Improved
Rivian Releases Massive OTA Software Update, R1S Now Considerably Improved

6 Sep 2023, 22:40 UTC · By: Florin Amariei / The cool thing about newer vehicles is their ability to improve via free upgrades. All you need is an internet connection. For Rivian owners, it's worth it

 
Google Teases Two New Android Auto Apps, Launch Now Imminent
Google Teases Two New Android Auto Apps, Launch Now Imminent

6 Sep 2023, 20:58 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The search giant is reminding the world that the release of Webex and Zoom on Android Auto will take place "soon"; no ETA specifics are available

 
AirTag Helps Find $12K Bike Lost in Airport, Airlines Don't Actually Care
AirTag Helps Find $12K Bike Lost in Airport, Airlines Don't Actually Care

6 Sep 2023, 16:31 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A 16-year-old cyclist struggled to get his bike back after it got lost between two flights; the involved airlines did nothing to help

 
Waze Gets an Extraterrestrial Update Because Who Needs Critical Fixes Anyway
Waze Gets an Extraterrestrial Update Because Who Needs Critical Fixes Anyway

6 Sep 2023, 14:42 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The Google-owned navigation app now sports a new limited-time experience providing users with special moods and car icons

 
1956 Chevy Bel Air Involved in a Robbery and Confiscated by the Police Now Sports 595 HP
1956 Chevy Bel Air Involved in a Robbery and Confiscated by the Police Now Sports 595 HP

6 Sep 2023, 09:21 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / One-of-a-kind Chevy Bel Air with a massive engine upgrade is now looking for a new home; the car comes in perfect condition

 
Don't Update Android Auto if You Use This App Feature
Don't Update Android Auto if You Use This App Feature

5 Sep 2023, 15:16 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The most recent Android Auto versions seemingly cause a Google Assistant problem affecting the audio quality in the vehicle

 
Thief Steals 2016 Dodge Charger, AirTag Helps Officers in the Air Track Him Down
Thief Steals 2016 Dodge Charger, AirTag Helps Officers in the Air Track Him Down

5 Sep 2023, 12:10 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Apple's AirTag triggered another Hollywood-style stolen car recovery as it helped the police find the location of a 2016 Charger

 
Super-Popular App Launches on CarPlay Ahead of Major Apple Announcement
Super-Popular App Launches on CarPlay Ahead of Major Apple Announcement

5 Sep 2023, 08:36 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / WeChat is now available on CarPlay, allowing users to make and receive phone calls when their iPhones are connected to head units

 
More Signs That Apple Might Be Cooking Something Big for Its Google Maps Alternative
More Signs That Apple Might Be Cooking Something Big for Its Google Maps Alternative

4 Sep 2023, 12:22 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The detailed city experience in Apple Maps could soon be expanded to more regions; an announcement is expected next week

 
Waze Loses a Top Feature in the Latest Update, Fortunately I've Got Good News for You
Waze Loses a Top Feature in the Latest Update, Fortunately I've Got Good News for You

4 Sep 2023, 08:26 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The calendar integration in Waze is no longer available following the latest update; the Waze team says it's currently investigating the bug

 
Cyber-BMW: The iDrive Digital Experience Revolution Is Brooding for the 2025 Neue Klasse
Cyber-BMW: The iDrive Digital Experience Revolution Is Brooding for the 2025 Neue Klasse

3 Sep 2023, 20:08 UTC · By: Razvan Calin / The German auto giant is putting the driver at the center of an augmented reality space with the next generation of iDrive that’s due to equip all future BMWs

 
Google Releases Android Auto 10.4, Use These Steps to Download It Without Waiting
Google Releases Android Auto 10.4, Use These Steps to Download It Without Waiting

3 Sep 2023, 07:00 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A new version of Android Auto is now available for download; build 10.4 is currently in the beta stage, with the production release expected soon

 
Google Quietly Releases a Google Maps Interface Update, Copies Its Number One Rival
Google Quietly Releases a Google Maps Interface Update, Copies Its Number One Rival

2 Sep 2023, 06:12 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The Mountain View-based search giant has refreshed the Google Maps interface with a refined color palette for users on desktop and mobile

 
Old Android Auto Bug Becomes Unexpectedly Widespread After Nearly One Year
Old Android Auto Bug Becomes Unexpectedly Widespread After Nearly One Year

1 Sep 2023, 17:30 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Users complain that Android Auto wireless no longer connects automatically, so they have to manually establish the connection every time

 
Leak Reveals That Apple Is Planning a Huge Update for Its Google Maps Killer
Leak Reveals That Apple Is Planning a Huge Update for Its Google Maps Killer

1 Sep 2023, 16:23 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The Cupertino-based tech giant plans to expand the detailed city experience to new regions, all of them in the United States

 
Ford's Hands-Free BlueCruise ADAS Approved for German Highway Use
Ford's Hands-Free BlueCruise ADAS Approved for German Highway Use

31 Aug 2023, 20:17 UTC · By: Florin Amariei / The American EV maker intends to compete with European auto giants in the advanced driver-assistance sector. It just scored a victory

 
Rivian Partner Starts Production of EV Motors With 800V Architecture
Rivian Partner Starts Production of EV Motors With 800V Architecture

31 Aug 2023, 14:55 UTC · By: Florin Amariei / A well-known auto parts giant confirmed it began making EV motors and inverters with the 800V architecture. Here's why this technology is so great

 
Toyota Assembly Plants Knocked Offline Due to Computer Issue, No Nigerian Prince Involved
Toyota Assembly Plants Knocked Offline Due to Computer Issue, No Nigerian Prince Involved

31 Aug 2023, 10:57 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The Japanese carmaker blamed a computer problem for a massive downtime encountered by 14 auto plants across its home market

 
Special Tesla Model Y Boasts Technology Found on Rolls-Royce Models
Special Tesla Model Y Boasts Technology Found on Rolls-Royce Models

30 Aug 2023, 22:09 UTC · By: Florin Amariei / Technology progresses constantly. Demands evolve, and companies must be able to meet them. Here's an example that embodies peak functionality