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This Startling Statistic Is Why Seatbelt Reminders Have Gotten So Annoying

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety began evaluating seatbelt reminders in new vehicles in 2022 to get people to buckle up.

Jun 17 -

Mazda Says Big Screens Aren't More Distracting Than Buttons

The company stands by its decision to give the CX-5 a large display at the expense of buttons.

Jun 17 -

The IIHS Tells Us Which Driver Aids Actually Work—And Which Don't

Motor1 visited the IIHS Vehicle Research Center in Virginia to learn why some driver-assistance systems may actually increase distraction.

Jun 15 -

This New Hybrid Engine Achieves A Breakthrough In Efficiency

Dongfeng’s new 2.0-liter hybrid engine reaches 45.5% thermal efficiency, marking a major step forward in combustion tech.

Jun 14 -

Mazda Thinks Hybrids Have A Big Problem. It Promises To Fix That

Mazda's in-house hybrid powertrain aims to do it all: efficiency and performance.

Jun 11 -

The New Audi Q7 Projects Turn Signals Onto The Road

Audi levels up its headlight game yet again.

Jun 10 -

You Can Finally Add Apple CarPlay To Your GM EV

There's a new plug-and-play solution that costs $199 and has no subscriptions.

Jun 4 -

Rivian Says AI Will Make The Apple CarPlay Debate 'Obsolete'

The company is doubling down on its decision not to offer CarPlay and will instead focus on new AI technologies.

May 29 -

Here's What The Ferrari Luce Sounds Like

After cleaning up the audio from the Ferrari Luce's launch video, we finally have a clue about its signature 'sound.'

May 27 -

'We Will Do Buttons:' Polestar Promises More Physical Controls In Future Models

Polestar CEO Michael Lohscheller says that customer demand is forcing the company to rethink its touchscreen-heavy strategy.

May 22 -

Audi's Futuristic Headlights Are Finally Coming To America

The Matrix LED technology launches later this year on the 2027 Q9.

May 21 -

Android Auto Is Adding Two Major Streaming Services

Drivers will get access to Netflix and YouTube at up to 60 frames per second—but only while parked.

May 19 -

The Auto Industry Is Realizing That Selling Your Data Isn’t Worth It: Study

Regulatory hurdles and customer backlash are causing headaches for an industry that is eager to monetize your data.

May 18 -

GM Must Pay Millions For Selling Your Data

The automaker has agreed to pay California $12.75 million for selling its residents’ driving data.

May 11 -

BMW's New Ignition Tech Could Extend The Life Of M Performance Engines. Here's How

Pre-chamber combustion is expected to significantly reduce fuel consumption, and the technology begins arriving in M cars this summer.

May 10 -

GM Super Cruise Just Reached A Major Milestone: 1 Billion Miles

The automaker offers the autonomous driver-assistance technology on 23 models and is already working on the next-gen system.

Apr 29 -

Hyundai Is Already Testing Its Next High-Performance Engine

Hyundai says the engine will have 'improved power and response characteristics.'

Apr 24 -

This Tiny Hybrid Engine Will Convert Your EV To Gasoline: 'All-In-One'

Horse Powertrain's X-Range C15 Direct Drive will replace your EV drive unit and add gasoline hybrid power.

Apr 23 -

Even The Base 2027 Mercedes C-Class EV Has Triple Screens

The entry-level C-Class EV gets a passenger display, but it's not a touchscreen.

Apr 21 -

This Chinese Automaker Just Made The Most Efficient Engine Ever

Geely's new hybrid powertrain can achieve a 48.4 percent thermal efficiency.

Apr 16 -

Car Buyers Don't Like Subscriptions. Car Companies Are Pushing Them For Driver-Assistance Tech Anyway

Automakers are chasing software revenue, but the state of the tech has consumers second-guessing its value.

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Even Volkswagen's Boss Dislikes Touch Sliders

He vows to bring back real buttons and proper door handles.

Mar 25 -

Ferrari Will Replace Your Touch-Capacitive Steering Wheel Controls With Real Buttons

The retrofit is available for the Purosangue and the 12Cilindri.

Mar 17 -

Google Maps Has A New Search Function For Oddly Specific Questions

Need to find a rest stop that has a vending machine loaded with Dr. Pepper? Ask Maps should know the answer.

Mar 13 -