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Like a Jet Engine: Yamaha’s New Exhaust Could Help Steer a Motorcycle

Like a Jet Engine: Yamaha’s New Exhaust Could Help Steer a Motorcycle

Japanese engineers want to harness exhaust jet energy to help bikes corner—and keep the front wheel on the ground under hard acceleration.

The Future of Hybrids: New Engine Unveiled With 71 MPG Fuel Consumption

The Future of Hybrids: New Engine Unveiled With 71 MPG Fuel Consumption

Developers recently offered a glimpse into the future, revealing a next-generation engine concept.

Donut Lab’s Solid-State Battery Delivers Eye-Opening Charging Results in First Independent Test

Donut Lab’s Solid-State Battery Delivers Eye-Opening Charging Results in First Independent Test

Donut Lab turned heads at CES 2026 when it revealed plans to bring what it calls the first commercially available solid-state battery to market.

Military Tech in Your Car: 9 Systems That Came Straight From Defense

Military Tech in Your Car: 9 Systems That Came Straight From Defense

Many groundbreaking human inventions were originally developed for weapons and military technology before being adapted for civilian use.

Horse Powertrain Unveils Hybrid Engine Designed to Run on 100% Renewable Fuel

Horse Powertrain Unveils Hybrid Engine Designed to Run on 100% Renewable Fuel

Horse Powertrain has announced the development of a hybrid powertrain engineered to operate on fully renewable gasoline.

10 Cars With Wheels That Turn in Opposite Directions: Better Maneuvering and Stability

10 Cars With Wheels That Turn in Opposite Directions: Better Maneuvering and Stability

Some vehicles can steer with all four wheels. Which models feature wheels that can turn in different directions—and why does it matter?

Tesla Halts CarPlay Rollout Over Apple Maps Errors

Tesla Halts CarPlay Rollout Over Apple Maps Errors

CarPlay integration in Tesla vehicles had seemed like a done deal.

Setting the Direction at Home — Then Worldwide: China to Approve Solid-State Battery Standard

Setting the Direction at Home — Then Worldwide: China to Approve Solid-State Battery Standard

China is set to release its first national standard for solid-state batteries in July 2026, as the country prepares for mass production next year.

DIY Repairs May Be a Thing of the Past: BMW Patents Logo-Shaped “Secret” Bolts

DIY Repairs May Be a Thing of the Past: BMW Patents Logo-Shaped “Secret” Bolts

Engineers in Munich have designed screws and bolts whose heads resemble the brand’s iconic logo—but the design hides a clever technical trick.

Apple Gives In to AI: CarPlay Set to Welcome ChatGPT and Gemini

Apple Gives In to AI: CarPlay Set to Welcome ChatGPT and Gemini

Apple will add support for third-party AI assistants to CarPlay

Revolutionary Solar-Powered Vehicle Is Born: Now I’ve Seen Everything!

Revolutionary Solar-Powered Vehicle Is Born: Now I’ve Seen Everything!

A half-bicycle, half-car vehicle running on an alternative energy source has been invented.

Scientists Test Wireless Power Transmission, With Electric Vehicles Also in Focus

Scientists Test Wireless Power Transmission, With Electric Vehicles Also in Focus

Just a few years ago, wireless power transfer sounded like an elegant theory. Today, it’s back in the spotlight—and moving closer to real-world use.

Toyota Partner Begins Construction of Solid-State Battery Plant: Electrolyte Promises 620 Miles of Range and 10-Minute Charging

Toyota Partner Begins Construction of Solid-State Battery Plant: Electrolyte Promises 620 Miles of Range and 10-Minute Charging

For many years, Japan’s Toyota has promised to bring solid-state battery electric vehicles to market, and now that long-running story is starting to take on real shape.

Useful Upgrade for Shop Technicians: Updated Touchbrain Plus OBD Monitor Now Supports Select Nissan and Mitsubishi Models

Useful Upgrade for Shop Technicians: Updated Touchbrain Plus OBD Monitor Now Supports Select Nissan and Mitsubishi Models

The manufacturer has released the latest version of the Touch-B.R.A.I.N.+ (Touchbrain Plus) OBD monitor with expanded vehicle compatibility.

Some 2024–2025 Ford and Lincoln Models Will Lose Amazon Alexa

Some 2024–2025 Ford and Lincoln Models Will Lose Amazon Alexa

The final note for Alexa: Ford and Lincoln move away from the virtual assistant.