Tesla drastically downgrades Model Y sound system

Tesla has drastically downgraded the Model Y’s audio system from 13 to 7 speakers and seemingly getting rid of the subwoofer. Fortunately, it’s only for the base version. Over the years, Tesla invested heavily in quality audio for its vehicles. The automaker hired engineers from Bang & Olufsen and other major audio brands. It resulted in the sound… Continue reading Tesla drastically downgrades Model Y sound system

Tesla (TSLA) now has 4.2% of the US auto market

Tesla (TSLA) has reportedly grown its deliveries by 25% in the US last year to now hold a 4.2% market share of the US auto market. It wasn’t that long ago that many bigwigs in the auto industry didn’t see Tesla ever being more than a niche automaker. But the company has made itself undeniable… Continue reading Tesla (TSLA) now has 4.2% of the US auto market

Tesla prepares new ‘efficiency package’ amid range concerns

Tesla is preparing to launch a new “efficiency package” across most of its electric vehicle lineup amid range concerns. Tesla has long been the leader in efficiency for electric vehicles – getting more range out of smaller battery packs than most of its competitors. Some have caught up now and on top of it, there… Continue reading Tesla prepares new ‘efficiency package’ amid range concerns

Hyundai says hydrogen will play a ‘prominent role’ in going carbon neutral

/ The automaker is also making plans to build a software-defined vehicle with an app library and AI-enhanced features. By Andrew J. Hawkins, transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. Share this story Photo… Continue reading Hyundai says hydrogen will play a ‘prominent role’ in going carbon neutral

This security camera’s 1.5-mile range is perfect for your sprawling mansion

/ The camera is designed to be placed outdoors, and includes AI-powered object detection, facial recognition, and anomaly recognition. By Amrita Khalid, one of the authors of audio industry newsletter Hot Pod. Khalid has covered tech, surveillance policy, consumer gadgets, and online communities for more than a decade. Share this story Image: Abode Your average… Continue reading This security camera’s 1.5-mile range is perfect for your sprawling mansion

CES 2024 Live Blog: News, Gadgets, and Photos From Tech’s Big Show

Courtesy of VW MARTIN MEINERS PHOTOGRAPHY We did predict that AI in some form or another would be everywhere this CES, so it’s hardly surprising that VW has just presented its very first cars that have ChatGPT integrated into its IDA voice assistant. Clearly, the German auto manufacturer has no issues with the Sam Altman-based… Continue reading CES 2024 Live Blog: News, Gadgets, and Photos From Tech’s Big Show

VW’s software division and Bosch are testing robot parking and EV charging

/ The companies hope that by adding automated EV charging, they can put a new spin on an old concept. By Andrew J. Hawkins, transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. Share this story… Continue reading VW’s software division and Bosch are testing robot parking and EV charging

Ecovacs’ new cleaning station pairs its flagship robovac with a handheld vacuum

/ The all-in-one station automatically empties both the X2 robovac and handheld vacuum. By Emma Roth, a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Share this story Image: Ecovacs Ecovacs is launching a new all-in-one Deebot X2 Combo… Continue reading Ecovacs’ new cleaning station pairs its flagship robovac with a handheld vacuum

Waymo will start testing robotaxis on Phoenix highways

Waymo is about to start testing its driverless passenger vehicles on the highway later this month, a critical milestone for the company that, if successful, will unlock expanded commercial operations.  The company said Monday that its autonomous Jaguar I-Pace SUVs will begin shuttling employees around the freeways in Phoenix, Arizona in just a few weeks,… Continue reading Waymo will start testing robotaxis on Phoenix highways

Volkswagen says it’s putting ChatGPT in its cars for ‘enriching conversations’

/ Get ready for some very spurious navigation directions. By Andrew J. Hawkins, transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. Share this story Illustration: The Verge Volkswagen is jumping on the generative AI bandwagon… Continue reading Volkswagen says it’s putting ChatGPT in its cars for ‘enriching conversations’