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Ford has recently filed a patent for an “Autonomous Vehicle Entertainment System” in the US. Found in the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s database, the patent highlights a retractable projector screen …
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orJh-lk-gz0 We're still trying to wrap our heads around the Lexus LC 500h's new, incredibly complicated Multi Stage Hybrid system – which mates a traditional hybrid continuously variable transmission (CVT) to a …
Following the recent slew of new hires in January this year, another development has come about for the Toyota Research Institute (TRI). The Jaybridge Robotics software engineering team has joined TRI to …
Previously, BMW noted that it would be sharing a few updates as to where it currently is on the autonomous technology front. In an interview with Reuters in Geneva, Klaus Frohlich, BMW …
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ohIGBq-f1GA Over in the US, the facelifted 2017 Ford Escape (better known to us as the Ford Kuga) is now being offered with a “Cold Weather Package,” that’s especially useful for the …
Volvo may soon have its 90 Series of vehicles adopt its new 1.5 litre Twin Engine plug-in hybrid powertrain. Initially designed for use in the brand’s compact models, the car maker believes …
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYLZ2ehwy-A BMW has released a video that explains how it believes its Head-Up Display (HUD) technology can improve driving everyday. Of course, HUD technology isn’t new, nor is it limited to premium …
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVMC-SP-LYA Drivemode is an Android app, that turns your smartphone into a one-touch, in-car infotainment screen. By simply attaching your smartphone onto a holder on your dash and opening the app, users …
Polestar may revert to using smaller engines in its latest models as part of adopting Volvo’s new strategy to employ more efficient four-cylinder mills across its range. However, according to AutoExpress, the …
Audi has just revealed a new variation of its quattro all-wheel drive system with ‘ultra' technology. Key features of the system include the ability to go from all-wheel to front-wheel drive and …
http://vimeo.com/155942453 By the year 2017, car keys may be history if you’re driving a Volvo. The Swedish automaker is planning to become the world’s first automaker to replace physical car keys with …
Potholes and cars don't go very well - most times, you'd be lucky if encounters with irregular road surfaces don't damage your wheel or other vehicular bits, but now, Ford says it …
Mercedes-Benz has revealed and detailed a brand-new 2.0 litre four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine that will be used across its global model range. Known internally as OM654, the 1,950 cc engine is here …
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XB2g7-HgE_g Tesla has released a new video called “Revolutionise Your Commute,” which shows off the brand’s latest Autopilot features for the Tesla Model S. As part of its latest software update, the …
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bG7hnpAeja0 Here’s a unique video by the Japanese automaker that details how the suite of features under the Toyota Safety Sense package works. No need for cars here, just seven sumo wrestlers …
It may be quite a gamble, but it’s one that Volvo has pledged to achieve nonetheless. According to a report by CNN Money, Volvo has made a promise, declaring that by 2020, …
The MINI Clubman now comes with ALL4, MINI's all-wheel drive system that promises more driving fun from this premium compact hatch. Designed to maximise traction and handling in all weather and road …
The all-electric BMW i3 (model year 2017) is expected to receive better travel range by next year, Automotive News reports. The range increase will see the little i3 a 50% boost in …
Korean automaker Hyundai has just filed a patent with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The patent, filed just a few days ago, states that the invention is a “new-concept foldable …
Proton Holdings today held a successful test firing of its new GDI engine at the Ricardo works in the UK. So, what is GDI and TGDI, and what does it mean in …
