FRANKFURT (Reuters) – Having pulled ahead in the race to develop a software-based vehicle operating system, U.S. electric car pioneer Tesla faces a new challenge from an alliance of German luxury carmaker Daimler and U.S. computer graphics specialist Nvidia. FILE PHOTO: The Mercedes-Benz logo is seen on a car in front of the Mercedes-Benz Museum… Continue reading Daimler and Nvidia team up to close tech gap to Tesla
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Honda begins rolling out fifth-gen City sedan for India
Honda Cars India has begun production of the new fifth-generation City sedan at its Greater Noida plant in Uttar Pradesh, ahead of the car’s launch in July. The plant had resumed manufacturing operations from mid-June. Rajesh Goel, senior vice-president and director, Honda Cars India, said, “The aspirational sedan comes with a rich legacy of over 22 years across four… Continue reading Honda begins rolling out fifth-gen City sedan for India
Mercedes-Benz and Nvidia Sign a Deal to Make Cars More Like iPhones
Courtesy Mercedes-Benz Daimler, the maker of Mercedes-Benz cars, is forming a partnership with Nvidia to develop car computers and artificial-intelligence infrastructure for self-driving vehicles, the companies said. The Benz-Nvidia pact aims to create vehicles that are defined by the software which powers them. That would position the companies to benefit as Apple (ticker: AAPL) has… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz and Nvidia Sign a Deal to Make Cars More Like iPhones
@BMW: BMW announces support for Digital Key for iPhone. A secure and easy way to use iPhone as a car key to lock, unlock, drive, and share keys with friends.
Munich/Cupertino. At today’s Apple Worldwide Developer Conference it was announced that BMW will become the first carmaker to enable its customers to use iPhone as a fully digital car key. BMW was the first to integrate iPod in their vehicles, first to offer wireless CarPlay and now first to introduce support for BMW Digital Key… Continue reading @BMW: BMW announces support for Digital Key for iPhone. A secure and easy way to use iPhone as a car key to lock, unlock, drive, and share keys with friends.
Apple turns the iPhone into the key for your car
Today at Apple’s annual developer conference — held virtually because of COVID — the company announced the ability to control a car with an iPhone. With an upcoming software update, the iPhone can soon unlock and start a car like a standard key. If your car supports it, that is. Details are slim at the… Continue reading Apple turns the iPhone into the key for your car
2021 Nissan Rogue makes room for car seats, adds clever navigation
CLOSE A new version of Nissan’s best-selling Rogue compact SUV goes on sale this fall with advanced new driver assistance features including adaptive cruise control that can slow the vehicle in anticipation of oncoming curves and exit ramps. As it enters its third generation, the 2021 Rogue gets a bit shorter and adopts boxy new… Continue reading 2021 Nissan Rogue makes room for car seats, adds clever navigation
AI technology could be as profitable as selling cars: Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz is investing heavily in its MBUX infotainment system because of the potential for making money from offering online services, which in future could rival the profits made from selling cars. Mercedes introduced the latest version of MBUX on the A-Class in 2018, and the system is now available across virtually its entire model line-up. A key… Continue reading AI technology could be as profitable as selling cars: Mercedes-Benz
@Hyundai: Hyundai Cradle Dreams of Mobility’s Future in Silicon Valley
Silicon Valley has become a veritable mecca of futuristic technology and innovative business models, fueled in large part by its attraction of startups. Today, many IT startups that have gathered in the region are working hard to bring closer the realization of futuristic technologies like AI, Big Data, self-driving cars, and innovative subscription services. Their… Continue reading @Hyundai: Hyundai Cradle Dreams of Mobility’s Future in Silicon Valley
Tesla’s Former Battery Supply Chain Manager Talks Batteries
EDITOR’S NOTE: This article comes to us courtesy of EVANNEX, which makes and sells aftermarket Tesla accessories. The opinions expressed therein are not necessarily our own at InsideEVs, nor have we been paid by EVANNEX to publish these articles. We find the company’s perspective as an aftermarket supplier of Tesla accessories interesting and are willing to share its content… Continue reading Tesla’s Former Battery Supply Chain Manager Talks Batteries
@Toyota: The New Toyota Hilux: More Capable, More Stylish
Striking new design with stronger road presence New 2.8-litre powertrain with improved performance on and off-road Improved instrumentation and multimedia technology Top-of-the-range Hilux Invincible X aimed at customers who need a vehicle for business and personal use, or one with great potential for leisure pursuits UK model range, specifications and pricing to be announced nearer… Continue reading @Toyota: The New Toyota Hilux: More Capable, More Stylish