Volkswagen Patents a Steering Wheel With a Built-In Pop It! Stress-Relief Module
A steering wheel designed to reduce stress: Volkswagen has patented a new driver-focused feature. Here's how it works.
This Automatic Jack Lifts Your Vehicle Without Any Manual Effort
An innovative automatic jack handles the heavy lifting, making vehicle maintenance easier with minimal effort from the driver.
SkyDrive Sets Its Sights on the U.S. as Japanese eVTOL Begins FAA Certification Process
Backed by Suzuki, SkyDrive has officially begun working with the FAA to bring its electric air taxi to the U.S.
Affordable DIY Sports Car Created for Driving Enthusiasts on a Budget
This lightweight homebuilt sports car costs less than $7,000 to build, and its plans are available for about $13.
7 Cars Powered by Aircraft Engines That Look Ready for Takeoff
Building a car with an aircraft engine is possible, but examples remain exceptionally rare despite the close ties between automakers and aviation.
Engineers Propose a New Supercar Layout With the Driver Positioned Face Down
A Dutch startup has proposed a supercar layout that places the driver in a face-down driving position.
Shell Unveils Triple 10 EV Concept With a 10%–80% Charge in Under 10 Minutes Using a 175-kW Charger
Shell's new Triple 10 concept proves ultra-fast EV charging doesn't necessarily require the most powerful charging stations.
Seven Unusual Cars That Broke the Rules With Their Wheel Designs
Not every car has four wheels—these unusual machines prove automotive engineers have always loved challenging convention.
Valhalla Tractor: The Most Outrageous Way to Wage War on Weeds
Forget herbicides—this flame-throwing farm machine takes weed control to a whole new level with nothing but fire.
Japan Aims for 30% of the Global Chip Market for Robots and Self-Driving Tech by 2040
By 2040, Japan plans to control more than 30% of the worldwide market for chips used in robots and other AI-driven devices.
BMW Puts a Humanoid Robot That Can “See” With Its Hands to Work at Its US Plant
German automaker BMW has confirmed that the new Figure 03 robot has officially started working at its Spartanburg, South Carolina, facility.
Does the 2027 Chevrolet Silverado Really Need More Than 60 Inches of Screens?
Chevrolet’s redesigned Silverado packs massive digital displays, yet still keeps key physical controls intact.
3 Surprisingly Durable CVTs That Can Rival a Manual Transmission for Longevity
These three CVTs have earned reputations for durability when maintained properly over time.
Solid-State Batteries Get a Boost With New Gel Electrolyte Promising Up to 1,000 Miles of Range
Researchers have developed a new gel electrolyte that could help future EVs travel farther.
Lincoln Unveils a Relaxation Pod Designed to Help Visitors Recharge
Lincoln's new immersive installation blends luxury, technology, and wellness into a unique experience.