James Wong
Mercedes-Benz won't make its buyers be its beta testers like Tesla
Mercedes-Benz's head of active safety and testing says his team will beta test new autonomous driving technology, not the brand's customers.
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William Stopford
Volkswagen wants to use tech from Rivian with new joint venture
Volkswagen plans to invest up to $7.5 billion in Rivian to get access to the EV startup's software and electrical architecture and work with it on next-gen systems.
1 Year Ago
Tyra Lawler-Cass
Vehicle-to-grid charging trial gets funding boost from Australian Government
The Australian Government's ARENA is backing Amber Electric's vehicle-to-grid trial, aimed at reducing energy costs and supporting grid stability.
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James Wong
When Audi's smallest SUV is getting its big tech upgrade in Australia
The Audi Q2 will debut the brand's latest infotainment tech Down Under in the latter stages of 2024, with further details to be announced.
1 Year Ago
Max Davies
Can't go without Apple CarPlay or Android Auto? Survey says you're not alone
A survey has found around a third of new car buyers want smartphone mirroring in their cars, and some are willing to pay for the convenience.
1 Year Ago
Max Davies
Elon Musk threatens to ban Apple devices at his companies, including Tesla
Apple's most recent developer conference brought with it announcements for the next generation of iOS software, though Elon Musk is critical.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
The latest on Apple CarPlay from WWDC
Apple has shown how much carmakers will be able to configure its next-generation CarPlay, debuting on Porsche and Aston Martin models this year.
1 Year Ago
Josh Nevett
How this popular SUV can now send power back into Australia's grid
Mitsubishi PHEV owners in South Australia are now permitted to sell power back to the grid thanks to bi-directional charging technology.
1 Year Ago
James Wong
Volkswagen's largest van getting big tech upgrade in Australia
sThe new Volkswagen Crafter is due in the coming months, complete with a tech overhaul in line with the brand's latest passenger models.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
Tesla facing fraud investigation over autonomous driving claims - report
Tesla’s claims about the capabilities of its semi-autonomous driving technology are reportedly the subject of a fraud investigation in the US.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
Tesla buying technology described as "freaking stupid" by Elon Musk
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been critical of the use of LiDAR in cars, and yet his company was a major LiDAR supplier's biggest customer this year.
1 Year Ago
Max Davies
Hyundai could introduce Netflix-style subscriptions for features
Hyundai has proposed a subscription model for features and upgrades in its vehicles, allowing buyers to further personalise their car after purchase.
1 Year Ago
Max Davies
Have your say on self-driving vehicles on Australian roads
Autonomous vehicles might be taking to Australian roads in the coming years, and now is your chance to help shape the laws that will govern them.
1 Year Ago
Dev Singh
Watch Tesla's controversial Full Self-Driving take on New York traffic
How does Tesla's controversial Full Self-Driving tech cope with peak-hour Manhattan traffic? One YouTuber has shown us.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
Tesla to expand controversial semi-autonomous tech outside of North America
Tesla is reportedly set to roll out Full Self-Driving in China, having received tentative government approval and reached a deal with tech giant Baidu.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
Google Maps is making it easier to find an EV charger
Owners of electric vehicles are due to benefit from the latest Google Maps updates in the near future, providing more functions than before.
1 Year Ago