Stellantis: battery swap startup fails after just six months
The battery swap experiment backed by Stellantis ends after six months as Ample files for bankruptcy, highlighting the limits of swapping versus fast charging.
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The sun is Tesla’s newest enemy: Full Self-Driving system’s blind spot
Tesla is doubling down on its "vision-only" strategy with a hardware fix designed to stop its cars from being blinded by the light.
Sony and Honda’s $90,000 Afeela 1 is basically a PS5 on wheels
Underneath the high-tech skin, the Afeela 1 features a dual-motor AWD layout and a 91 kWh battery pack.
Ford’s new dual view display patent kills driver distraction
Ford has filed a patent for a clever bit of tech called the "Dual View Display". The concept is simple yet slightly sci-fi.
Tesla’s new high-tech plastic roof connects directly to Starlink
There is no official word yet on when we’ll see these Starlink-compatible roofs on the production line.
California judge to Tesla: stop lying about Full Self-Driving
Tesla’s legal team reportedly argued that "no reasonable person" could actually believe that Full Self-Driving meant... full self-driving.
Stellantis patented a “self-extinguishing” foam system
The concept revolves around a specialized fire-extinguishing foam tailored for the unique chemistry of electric cars.
Stellantis files a patent for a new electric vehicle battery safety system
Stellantis has filed a new patent aimed at preventing battery thermal runaway, using an innovative foam-based system to improve EV safety.
Tesla Robotaxi trials begin in Austin, raising serious safety questions
Is Tesla launching a revolutionary service or simply using public streets as its final, unmonitored beta test?
Stellantis and Bolt kick off Europe’s push into autonomous taxis
Stellantis and Bolt announce a partnership to deploy Level 4 autonomous vehicles in European ride-hailing fleets, with tests from 2026.
The perpetual promise: Musk sets another deadline for Tesla’s driverless future
Musk doubled down on his hardware promises, revealing a speculative roadmap that reads like a tech analyst’s fever dream.
Stellantis unveils its new autonomous driving technologies
Stellantis tests advanced sensors, V2X systems, and Level 4 autonomy as part of its ambitious Hi-Drive program in Europe.
BMW, new patent could prevent drunk driving by sniffing the cabin air
This is currently just a patent, and BMW will need extensive testing before any potential commercialization.
Will Tesla’s vision-only FSD survive the EU red tape?
Tesla has grandly promised that Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised could be introduced across Europe "in early 2026".
Oracle lighting eliminates the lens to save the Toyota Tacoma headlight
The new Toyota Tacoma is the logical launch vehicle, given its popularity among enthusiasts who actually use their pickups for rugged fun.
Elon Musk admits the truth: nobody wants to license Tesla FSD
Traditional automakers required the Tesla system to do exactly what its name promises: actual Full Self-Driving.
Why Tesla’s Cybercab might be born with a steering wheel
The promise of fully driverless travel with Tesla vehicles remains a few chips, and a few more years, away.
Stellantis turns to Formula 1 technology for its new turbo engine delivering over 300 hp
2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee debuts Stellantis’ new Hurricane 4 Turbo, an F1-inspired engine set to replace the Pentastar V6 across the U.S. lineup.
Elon Musk’s attack on Waymo is a hypocritical projection
Musk recently had the gall to dismiss Waymo’s current fleet of 2,500 operational, fully self-driving vehicles as "rookie numbers".
Hyundai’s massive data breach finally comes to light
Now, after half a year of meticulous analysis, Hyundai is only just beginning to send out notification letters.
FSD hits the next level: Tesla wants you to text and drive
Musk declared that Tesla is "almost" ready to allow owners utilizing the supervised FSD system to "text and drive".
Tesla versus Waymo: one robotaxi service works without “babysitter”
Waymo is betting on safety via redundancy, while Tesla is betting on cost-cutting and the magical power of Musk’s ambition.
Stellantis Hurricane 2.0 Turbo could power future Alfa Romeo and Maserati models
New Stellantis Hurricane 2.0 Turbo delivers 328 hp and 332 lb-ft and may soon power future Alfa Romeo and Maserati models in Europe.
Elon Musk’s robotaxi plan hits bureaucratic wall
These last bureaucratic and regulatory delays are in direct and hilarious conflict with Musk's grand vision.