Arriving in the UK early in 2021, the Mazda MX-30 is Mazda’s first all-electric production vehicle and part of an electrification strategy that has already seen Mazda M Hybrid mild hybrid systems fitted as standard to the Mazda3 and Mazda CX-30, plus selected Mazda2s. A stylish and versatile crossover, the Mazda MX-30 features an AC… Continue reading @Mazda: Mazda MX-30 right sized battery strategy
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@VW Group: ŠKODA KAROQ, KODIAQ and SUPERB begin 2021 model year with new infotainment generation
With the exception of the entry-level Swing radio featuring a 6.5-inch touchscreen, all infotainment systems available for the ŠKODA KAROQ, KODIAQ and SUPERB will be based on the third-generation modular infotainment matrix as of the 2021 model year. The built-in SIM card ensures a permanent Internet connection, which also enables Infotainment Online services to be used.… Continue reading @VW Group: ŠKODA KAROQ, KODIAQ and SUPERB begin 2021 model year with new infotainment generation
All the tech in Ford’s most important vehicle: the 2021 F-150 truck
Ford rolled out all the stops Thursday evening for the reveal of its all-new F-150 truck, right down to the splashy videos dominated by electric guitar riffs. Heck, the automaker even cast the sharp-tongued Denis Leary as its MC. Of course, none of that really matters. It’s all about what Ford has done to improve… Continue reading All the tech in Ford’s most important vehicle: the 2021 F-150 truck
@GM: GM’s New OnStar Guardian App Offers Peace of Mind as People Get Back on the Road
GM’s New OnStar Guardian App Offers Peace of Mind as People Get Back on the Road Mobile app lets OnStar members and the people they care about take select OnStar safety services with them 2020-06-24 DETROIT – General Motors is expanding the power of OnStar from the vehicle to the smartphone with a new mobile… Continue reading @GM: GM’s New OnStar Guardian App Offers Peace of Mind as People Get Back on the Road
Daimler and Nvidia team up to close tech gap to Tesla
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
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