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
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
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
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 will add support for third-party AI assistants to CarPlay
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
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
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
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
The final note for Alexa: Ford and Lincoln move away from the virtual assistant.
The Honda Engine That Can Easily Survive 370,000 Miles
A legendary Japanese powerplant has built a reputation for refusing to quit—even after extreme mileage.
Nissan Builds a Solar-Powered Vehicle: Up to 14 Extra Miles of Range a Day in Ideal Conditions
The Nissan Ariya crossover has been turned into a solar-assisted EV experiment.
Yuchai Unveils Generator with 4.8 kWh/L Efficiency — Fuel Savings Up to 50%
The system integrates a flywheel with the engine crankshaft, combining the power source and generator into a single unit.
Tesla Got Tired of Winter Hassles and Added a Clever Hack Owners Will Appreciate
A frozen charging connector is no longer a headache: Tesla has introduced a door-handle trick.
Nokian Tyres Unveils Experimental Tire Made with Birch Bark
A new study explores how birch bark–based raw materials change tire compounds—and what that could mean for drivers.