Car tech
What is Bluetooth? In-car connectivity tech explained
What is Bluetooth? In-car connectivity tech explained
Bluetooth is now a key piece of in-car tech. We explain what it is and how to use it
13 May 2024
What is Android Auto? Full review and user guide
What is Android Auto? Full review and user guide
We explain everything you need to know about Google's Android Auto software
30 Apr 2024
Apple CarPlay: what is it, how does it work, and is it better than Android Auto?
Apple CarPlay: what is it, how does it work, and is it better than Android Auto?
Apple CarPlay allows users to safely use many of the features of their iPhone while driving. We explain how it works
24 Apr 2024
Electric car charging in the UK
Electric car charging in the UK
Keeping your EV battery topped-up is easier than ever. Here’s all you need to know about charging an electric car today
9 Apr 2024
Dacia Jogger, Sandero and Sandero Stepway all get more safety kit for free
Dacia Jogger, Sandero and Sandero Stepway all get more safety kit for free
Dacia has piled on the safety kit for all three cars to ensure they comply with the new GSR2 safety regulations
3 Apr 2024
Government to investigate car headlight glare as drivers report being dazzled
Government to investigate car headlight glare as drivers report being dazzled
Almost nine-in-ten drivers think car headlights are too bright and now the Government says it’s looking into the matter
2 Apr 2024
Nissan and Honda might join forces on EV batteries and autonomous driving tech
Nissan and Honda might join forces on EV batteries and autonomous driving tech
Two of Japan’s biggest car makers, and rivals, could be about to collaborate on EV and autonomous driving technology
15 Mar 2024
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“Vehicle-to-grid charging is the secret to electric cars that are incredibly cheap to run”
“Vehicle-to-grid charging is the secret to electric cars that are incredibly cheap to run”
The electric car is the future whether we like it or not and Andy Palmer believes the secret to mass adoption is getting the charging right
13 Mar 2024
Touchscreen backlash? Euro NCAP says physical buttons will be “incentivised” in car safety tests
Touchscreen backlash? Euro NCAP says physical buttons will be “incentivised” in car safety tests
Car makers have been advised not to have important car functions on touchscreens
5 Mar 2024
First look inside new Peugeot E-5008 reveals plenty of seats and screens
First look inside new Peugeot E-5008 reveals plenty of seats and screens
Next-generation Peugeot 5008 will feature a curved 21-inch display and brand new platform, plus seating for seven
26 Feb 2024
DS employs ChatGPT as AI travel companion for its entire range of cars
DS employs ChatGPT as AI travel companion for its entire range of cars
DS cars equipped with ChatGPT can provide information about nearby places to visit or even create quizzes to play on a long journey
20 Feb 2024
Skoda CEO, Klaus Zellmer, on touchscreens, cheap EVs and Skoda’s bright future
Skoda CEO, Klaus Zellmer, on touchscreens, cheap EVs and Skoda’s bright future
Skoda is on the up and a clutch of new models due in the coming years will drive its switch to electric, including a sub-20,000 Euro EV. The CEO talks…
9 Feb 2024
“I love touchscreens, but please bring back buttons”
“I love touchscreens, but please bring back buttons”
Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler laments the lack of physical buttons in almost all new cars
7 Feb 2024
Bumper Peugeot news drop: Allure Care 8-year warranty, ChatGPT tech, plus E-408 and E-5008 EVs confirmed
Bumper Peugeot news drop: Allure Care 8-year warranty, ChatGPT tech, plus E-408 and E-5008 EVs confirmed
The French firm also declares that its cars will feature ChatGPT
30 Jan 2024
Sat-navs to display ‘Traffic Regulation Orders’ to better warn of road closures and diversions
Sat-navs to display ‘Traffic Regulation Orders’ to better warn of road closures and diversions
Short-term traffic measures such as temporary speed limits and road closures to be mandated on sat-nav systems
15 Jan 2024
World first ‘everything-by-wire’ vehicle breaks all mechanical links to driver
World first ‘everything-by-wire’ vehicle breaks all mechanical links to driver
The US has approved ground-breaking tech, as the world’s first full-by-wire EV goes on sale
12 Jan 2024
Mercedes’ 'digital luxury' vision means immersive media, autonomous driving and big screens
Mercedes’ 'digital luxury' vision means immersive media, autonomous driving and big screens
We find out how connectivity will shape the upmarket Mercs of the future
12 Jan 2024
BMW augmented reality driving glasses give a fresh perspective on your car journeys
BMW augmented reality driving glasses give a fresh perspective on your car journeys
We try augmented reality glasses, while remote valet parking and in-car AI and games were showcased
10 Jan 2024
New Apple CarPlay plans to take over the car in 2024
New Apple CarPlay plans to take over the car in 2024
Increased integration will allow Apple CarPlay users to control more in-car functions, such as heating and ventilation settings
20 Dec 2023
Tesla Autopilot safety recall affects two million cars
Tesla Autopilot safety recall affects two million cars
Two million US market Teslas will receive a software upgrade to improve the safety of their Autopilot self-driving tech
13 Dec 2023
Battery swapping in a Fiat 500? Full charge in five minutes!
Battery swapping in a Fiat 500? Full charge in five minutes!
Modular charging stations developed by start-up company Ample can be set up anywhere in just three days
8 Dec 2023
Best battery chargers 2023/2024
Best battery chargers 2023/2024
We find out which device has the power to keep your car’s battery in tip-top condition
8 Dec 2023
The paper-thin speakers set to transform car audio
The paper-thin speakers set to transform car audio
British firm is planning to shake up the in-car hi-fi world with its audio panels that replace traditional speakers. We sound them out
27 Nov 2023
Polestar 0 and the quest for the carbon neutral car
Polestar 0 and the quest for the carbon neutral car
Polestar wants to build a truly carbon neutral car by 2030 and although it’s a huge challenge, the Polestar 0 project means business
13 Nov 2023
Hands off: BMW 7 Series to gain Level 3 autonomous driving
Hands off: BMW 7 Series to gain Level 3 autonomous driving
Next level of autonomous driving will allow 7 Series drivers to edit emails and stream videos
10 Nov 2023
Self-driving cars given UK green light as ‘users’ get immunity from prosecution
Self-driving cars given UK green light as ‘users’ get immunity from prosecution
The UK’s Automated Vehicles Bill will put responsibility firmly on manufacturers when/if autonomous technology goes wrong
7 Nov 2023
KG Mobility gets green light to use BYD batteries
KG Mobility gets green light to use BYD batteries
Battery supplier boost for KG Mobility, the brand formerly known as SsangYong
3 Nov 2023
The world's best car simulator: we get behind the wheel
The world's best car simulator: we get behind the wheel
Dynisma’s driving simulator is so advanced that it could eventually replace conventional car development and testing. We head to the firm’s Bristol HQ…
30 Oct 2023
What is AdBlue?
What is AdBlue?
Euro6 emissions regulations and SCR tech mean AdBlue usage is increasing rapidly – but what is AdBlue?
13 Oct 2023
Volkswagen Project Trinity: new details of VW’s next-generation EV platform
Volkswagen Project Trinity: new details of VW’s next-generation EV platform
VW’s future-gazing Project Trinity is still in the works, but it won’t hit initial deadlines
25 Sep 2023
New BMW Vision Neue Klasse concept previews future 3 Series saloon
New BMW Vision Neue Klasse concept previews future 3 Series saloon
The BMW Vision Neue Klasse concept showcases a new platform and design direction that’s set to feature on the next-generation 3 Series
4 Sep 2023
‘Modern car tech is creating more problems than solutions’
‘Modern car tech is creating more problems than solutions’
Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler isn’t convinced that every 'innovation' is an improvement over good old-fashioned simplicity
23 Aug 2023
Regenerative braking: what is it and how does it work?
Regenerative braking: what is it and how does it work?
Regenerative braking turns your car’s kinetic energy into electricity to charge its battery and boost efficiency. Here’s how...
21 Aug 2023
UK hydrogen fuel stations to be supplied via the natural gas grid in new trial
UK hydrogen fuel stations to be supplied via the natural gas grid in new trial
Gas companies want to mix hydrogen into the natural gas grid, then ‘deblend’ it locally to supply a network of hydrogen fuel stations
20 Jul 2023