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Australians Get To Keep Apple CarPlay And Android Auto In Their Cadillac EVs, But You Don't
That's right. The folks down under get the privilege of using CarPlay and Android Auto while also gaining access to a suite of other connected services.
Official update on rumoured GPS app ban for drivers with £200 penalty next year
A new law rumoured to be coming into play next year has sparked panic among drivers who don't have a built in sat-nav system in their cars and rely on GPS apps
GM Confirms Apple CarPlay for EVs—But Only Outside the US
GM says it "remains committed" to not offering CarPlay in U.S.-sold EVs, despite allowing it for Cadillac's electric SUVs in Australia.
Modern Cars Wreak Havoc on Radar Detectors. Here’s How Escort Adapts
Escort just released a big firmware update to answer some customer complaints about performance, which sent me down a little rabbit hole of how these things work.
Customisable fleet software key to Renault’s bold van plan
Renault now no.3 LCV maker in a tough UK market, eyes growth with customisable open-source software in new vans
GM EVs Will Get Apple CarPlay After All—but Only Outside the US
Cadillac's electric SUVs will reportedly get wireless CarPlay and Android Auto in Australia and New Zealand. If only American buyers could be so lucky.
Who Really Wants Self-Driving Cars? A Polemic on Driving Pleasure and Modern Automotive Trends
There’s a growing chorus of voices lamenting how the pure joy of driving is being eroded by the relentless march of technology—especially the rise of self-driving cars and the complex electronic systems that increasingly take control away from the human b...
New Mercedes-Benz CLA allows Teams video calls while driving
The new MB OS software in the Mercedes-Benz CLA allows drivers to join Teams meetings on the move, by using the on-board video camera.
It’s Not Just Hertz: AI Damage Scanners Are Spreading to More Rental Car Companies
A growing number of rental car brands, like Sixt, are using AI scanners to assess damage and it's leading to problems, as multiple customers tell The Drive.
BMW Wants You To Use Its Fancy New Infotainment, Not Apple CarPlay Ultra
BMW's iDrive X looks to be a major departure from what we've seen in BMWs of the past, and we can't tell how CarPlay Ultra would even fit into this setup.
How Google Street View Captures The World
Google Street View's coverage boasts 12 million miles across 110 countries, and the company is taking new pictures of those miles all the time.
Drivers using Google Maps or Waze app risk £200 fine due to 'grey area'
One expert has issued a stark warning to drivers who use Google Maps or Waze on their journeys, as they could face a £200 fine and penalty points on their licence
Another Automaker Shoots Down Apple CarPlay Ultra
Another automaker has confirmed it will not offer the new Apple CarPlay Ultra experience in their vehicles as more begin to push back on the technology.
How DPF Regens Work, And What Happens If You Interrupt Them
The diesel particulate filter is hardy, but it's not invulnerable. Here's how it gets clogged, how to regenerate it, and what can go sideways in the process.
GM inks deal to recycle EV batteries to power AI
The Detroit automaker signed an agreement with Redwood Materials to turn new and used EV batteries into storage systems to power AI data centers.
Rivian upgrade to navigation with Google Maps for R1S and R1T
Google's mapping tech is coming for all Rivians, further augmenting the brand's EV-specific navigation features.
