Government could make self-steering mandatory on new cars from 2024Mike Costello Having moved to make AEB compulsory, Australian Design Rules are now being updated to factor in the latest lane-keeping aids too. 3 years ago
Stellantis investing $47.5 billion in software, using Foxconn chipsWilliam Stopford Stellantis is rolling out three software platforms and wants all its cars to support over-the-air updates by 2024.3 years ago
Researchers use water in less flammable lithium-ion batteryJack Quick A research team has found using water as an electrolytic solution in a lithium-ion battery can make it less prone to explode.3 years ago
Toyota and BYD co-developing new electric sedan - reportJack Quick Toyota will use BYD's 'Blade' lithium-iron-phosphate batteries for a more affordable Chinese-market sedan, set to be revealed in 2022.3 years ago
Stellantis, Mercedes latest investors in US solid-state battery startupJack Quick Stellantis and Mercedes-Benz have both signed a joint agreement with Factorial Energy to develop solid-state battery technology.3 years ago
Volkswagen poaches Apple's global battery headJack Quick Volkswagen Group Components has poached from Apple executive Soonho Ahn, who potentially worked on the company's autonomous electric car project.3 years ago
Mobile phone detection cameras: How do they work?Vivek Shah Using your smartphone while driving has always been a bad idea. State governments around the country have now been introducing technology to ensure it remains that way. 3 years ago
Tritium grows Brisbane facilities, seeks lead in Europe, North AmericaWilliam Stopford Ahead of its listing on the NASDAQ, Aussie company Tritium has opened a testing facility in Brisbane to help it get its products to market quicker.3 years ago
Brisbane startup EVOS reveals fleet-focused AC EV chargerWilliam Stopford Founded by ex-Tritium employees, EVOS has introduced a new AC charger that identifies the best time to charge your electric vehicle.3 years ago
BMW expanding app functionalityWilliam Stopford BMW owners will be able to do more through the My BMW app, particularly if they buy the imminent iX electric crossover.3 years ago
BMW to use Qualcomm chips for next-generation vehiclesJack Quick Qualcomm has announced a new partnership with BMW to jointly develop self-driving technology for its next-generation vehicle line-up.3 years ago
Used Nissan Leaf EV batteries powering Japanese train crossingJack Quick Repurposed lithium-ion batteries from Nissan Leaf EVs are being trialled as emergency backup power sources at a Japanese railway crossing.3 years ago
