Kia EV9's Climate Control Systems Explained, No Need to Access Sub-Menus
28 Apr 2023, 23:16 UTC · By: Mircea Mazuru / Separate climate zones were designed to properly ventilate the SUV's three rows of seats. A heat pump and an after-blow system are also fitted as standard
Here’s What’s New for CarPlay Users in the Latest OsmAnd Update
28 Apr 2023, 08:37 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / OsmAnd 4.4 comes with significant improvements for the CarPlay experience, making it easier for users to search for a new destination
PSA: Waze Won’t Load on Android Auto Coolwalk, Here’s the Fix
28 Apr 2023, 08:07 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The navigation app has recently been updated with support for Android Auto Coolwalk; after the update, it occasionally fails to load in full-screen mode
Ford Designs Cocoon Airbag to Protect Sleeping Passengers
28 Apr 2023, 07:27 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The American carmaker has filed a patent for new technology to protect sleeping occupants in case of a vehicle collision
Rivian Owners Scream for Apple CarPlay Integration, the Carmaker Thinks It Can Do Better
27 Apr 2023, 18:38 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / We already know that Rivian has no intention to offer Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration in its vehicles, and now we also know why
Google Already Planning a Massive Google Maps AR Navigation Update
27 Apr 2023, 15:25 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The company has recently detailed how augmented reality could become a more integral part of the driving experience, all powered by Google Maps
A New Google Maps Alternative Launches on Android Auto With Massive Update
27 Apr 2023, 08:57 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Magic Earth has recently received a major update on Android; the navigation app now also integrates Android Auto support
Navigation Apps and Airbags Crowned Most Important Driving Innovations
27 Apr 2023, 07:34 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Survey reveals that multiple airbags, GPS satellite navigation, and parking cameras are the most important innovations for drivers
Instant Fix Brings Back Games to Android Auto
26 Apr 2023, 16:56 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Playing games on Android Auto is no longer allowed for some users due to a mysterious error; the app claims the vehicle is not parked
CATL and BYD To Start Production of Sodium-Ion Batteries, Westerners Left Behind Again
26 Apr 2023, 16:30 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / The US and European companies are again caught off-guard as China accelerates the development of sodium-ion batteries, with mass production starting soon
Thieves Use AirTags to Let Their “Customers” Track Cars Stolen to Order
26 Apr 2023, 15:56 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Car thieves found another AirTag use: the tracker is installed in cars stolen to order, allowing the “new” owners to see the vehicle shipping to their homes
General Motors Says Its CarPlay Replacement Will Blow Your Mind
26 Apr 2023, 15:26 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The company’s CFO has recently shared additional information on GM’s plans after its vehicles give up on Android Auto and CarPlay
GM's Cruise Depletes Cash Reserves As It Expands Operating Hours in San Francisco
26 Apr 2023, 14:10 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Cruise has announced expanding operating hours in San Francisco, but the company will deplete its cash reserves by next year, questioning the sustainability
Tesla OTA Update Reinstates Low Regenerative Braking Mode
25 Apr 2023, 17:30 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Tesla 2023.6.100.1 update comes with new features, including the return of the Low regenerative braking mode that was taken away in 2020
AI Is Set To Take the Auto Industry by Storm As 50% of Drivers Want To Talk to Their Cars
25 Apr 2023, 15:30 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / A Soundhound study shows that half of the drivers want to use an in-car voice assistant with Generative AI capabilities, like ChatGPT
Latest Waze Update Enables Coolwalk, Kills Off Essential Feature
25 Apr 2023, 15:30 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The most recent version of Waze does come with Coolwalk support on Android Auto, but it also breaks down the support for voice commands
Tesla Explains How It Achieves Record-Breaking Water Saving at Giga Berlin
25 Apr 2023, 12:57 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Tesla uses the least amount of water per vehicle in the world at Giga Berlin and will use even less in the future as the production ramps
Tesla Projects Its EV Batteries Degrading Just 12 Percent After 200,000 Miles
25 Apr 2023, 10:26 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Tesla shows in the Impact Report 2022 that its EV batteries lose just 12 percent of their capacity on average after 200,000 miles of usage
BMW Turns the 7 Series Into Stadium Front-Row Seats With Football on Theatre Screen
25 Apr 2023, 09:09 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The German carmaker is expanding a program that originally started in January this year; the Bundesliga pilot application is rolling out in more countries
Someone Created a Phone Charger That Converts Wired Android Auto and CarPlay Into Wireless
25 Apr 2023, 08:24 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / HexaCharge is a new-generation phone charger that doubles as a wired-to-wireless adapter for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay