Can Synthetic Fuel Save the Internal Combustion Engine in 2026?
This technology promises a second life for combustion engines—potentially preserving today’s ICE vehicles rather than replacing them.
Mercedes Finds a Way to Simplify Wiring in Split Taillights: Patent Reveals the Idea
A newly published patent filing suggests Mercedes-Benz is looking for a cleaner, simpler way to handle wiring in split rear light assemblies.
Qualcomm and Google: A Decade-Long Alliance to Build Smarter Cars
In Las Vegas, Qualcomm and Google announced an expanded partnership expected to last more than a decade
GWM Dismisses Range Extenders as a “Shortcut,” Unveils World’s First AI-Driven Platform Supporting Every Powertrain Type
Great Wall Motors has outlined the core pillars of its long-term technology strategy
GM Comes Up With a Self-Adjusting Armrest That Won’t Spill Your Coffee
GM’s vision of the future armrest: adjusts itself and stays perfectly level
Kawasaki Is Dead Serious: Its Hydrogen-Powered Robo-Horse Is Coming a Decade Earlier Than Expected
What once sounded like a sci-fi promise aimed at 2050 has suddenly turned into a concrete production plan.
World’s First Foldable Steering Wheel for Self-Driving Cars Unveiled at CES 2026
At CES 2026 in the U.S., automotive safety giant Autoliv introduced the world’s first foldable steering wheel designed specifically for autonomous vehicles.
Taking Stock and Looking Ahead: What Awaits the Auto Industry in 2026—Our View and Predictions
The future is at the doorstep. Here’s what could surprise drivers in the years ahead.
Revolutionary Move? MV Agusta Unveils Unique Five-Cylinder Engine for Superbikes
Five-cylinder engines are almost unheard of in today’s production motorcycles
BYD Pushes Forward Variable-Flux Permanent Magnet Motor Technology
The development builds on earlier research into variable magnetic flux motor designs and represents a technical evolution of the concept.
Stellantis Unveils New Technology: Jeep and Ram EVs Could Get Automatic Fire Suppression Systems
Stellantis has patented an onboard fire suppression system designed to reduce the risk of battery thermal runaway in future electric vehicles.
Ford Patents a New Display Technology Called Dual View Display
Ford is taking an unusual approach to fighting “screen fatigue” by adding more screens—or rather, screens within screens.
Stellantis Ditches the Circle for a Square: Radical Steering Wheel Now Being Tested on Real Cars
Peugeot is testing a square steering wheel for future production models
Five Technologies That Will Reshape Our Cars: What’s Already Taking Shape
Several of these innovations are likely to become standard features by 2030
Shoei Unveils “Smart” Helmet with Augmented Reality
The GT-Air 3 Smart features a built-in AR display, enhanced connectivity, and long-lasting battery life.