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Watch: Red Bull Racing and Volvo dive into automotive software
Is software the engine of the car's future? Join Autocar, Siemens and top industry experts on Wednesday to find out
How does Tesla’s robotaxi system work? Inside its remote control strategy and safety gaps
Musk has said Tesla is "super paranoid" about safety and that humans will remotely monitor the fleet, which also has safety monitors in front seats.
You Can Now Dim the Side Windows in Toyota's Most Luxurious SUV
For extra privacy at the touch of a button, Toyota is introducing a three-stage dimming function for the rear-side windows and quarter glass on the Century SUV.
This Is What Happens When Hertz’s AI Scanner Finds Damage on Your Rental
One customer was charged $440 for a scuff on his rental's wheel. But talking to a human employee about it wasn't easy, and he was encouraged to pay ASAP.
Cheating the laws of physics with science: Alpine's 'lightness tech' explained
Alpine hasn't yet figured out how to make its electric cars truly light, but it reckons it's made them 'feel' light. Read our explainer page to find out how it did it.
I drove a car with a UK speed limiter - and noticed one serious problem
Speed limiters are being introduced in cars across the UK but the tech could have some serious risks.
Porsche Is Using AI To Catch EV Battery Problems Before They Happen
Porsche can catch anomalies in its EV batteries down to the cellular level and warn owners before they become serious problems.
How software is supercharging the development of new cars
New AI tools can allow manufacturers to solve complex puzzles in hours, rather than weeks
Apple Had to Invent a Camera for the F1 Movie Because Broadcast Ones Weren’t Good Enough
Apple packed the guts of an iPhone into one of the winglets hanging off an F1 car's airbox to capture footage better than anything on TV.
New Audi Q3 revealed – and Audi has ‘REINVENTED’ the indicator stalk
The new Audi Q3 arrives with new engines and tech, a design influenced by the new Q5, and a new take on the indicator stalk. Audi delivered a bit of a teaser for the new Q3 last week, and from what little was revealed it seemed clear the new Q3 would come...
Huge EV breakthrough as new car could recharge in just ‘5 minutes’ in world first
Electric cars could be set for a major overhaul with new tech looking to slash charging times to just a matter of minutes.
'Uber trials driverless taxis in London but this UK city is crying out for them'
With one of the world's most efficient network systems, why on earth has Uber chosen London to trial its driverless robotaxis? There's a much more obvious choice - argues Liam Gilliver
Tesla's Sentry Mode Is Always Watching, But Where Does The Footage Go?
Tesla's Sentry Mode is a safety feature, similar to a dashcam, that is always watching. However, it's good for owners of the EV to know where the footage goes.
Sign up: Volvo software boss to join free Autocar webinar on 25 June
We're partnering with Siemens, 2025 Autocar Awards sponsor, to explore how software will change the car world
Apple CarPlay iOS 26 update: New widgets, live actions and 'Liquid Glass' design
Hot on the heels of its introduction of CarPlay Ultra, Apple announced new upgrades to standard CarPlay at its 2025 Worldwide Developers Conference.
Terrorists could remotely hijack AI cars to carry out mass attack, UN warns
A new UN report has warned the technology could be weaponised by extremists in allowing malicious actors to seize control of self-driving vehicles.
