BMW i Next, Scheduled For Production By 2021, Could Become The Ultimate Self-Driving Machine.
BMW has announced that production of its autonomous i Next vehicle is scheduled for 2021 and, based on its Vision Next 100 concept, it’s clear that the company’s goal is to create the Ultimate Self-Driving Machine.
Autonomous Driving Technology At NXP’s FTF Appears Closer Than You Expected
With all the hype surrounding autonomous or self-driving cars, you’d think it was right around the corner. Well, you’d be right. The technology to build a self-driving car is here and is being demonstrated at their FTF Technology Forum in Austin this week using components NXP is already shipping.
Truckers Develop Apps To Save Time, Boost Income
An Oakland trucker designed a mobile app to help reduce the amount of time that drivers spend waiting in line for empty containers at marine terminal gates.
2017 Honda Ridgeline: For SUV Buyers Needing A Truck, Or Truck Buyers Needing An SUV? Yes
Can a unibody pickup that rides like an SUV really serve the serious truck-buyer’s needs? Can it handle extreme hauling, towing and off-roading as well as it handles refined highway cruising? Honda says its all-new 2017 Ridgeline can. We drive it like a real truck to find out.
6,506 Ready to Spend $450,000 for Ford GT, A Perfect 10 on Libido-meter
Thousands have sent in applications to buy Ford’s $450,000 Ford GT super car — but only 500 lucky winners will get a chance to blow all that cash on the carbon fiber racer.
IoT Beehives In Chicago, Robot Racer Trains Athletes
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The 2016 Chevrolet Volt: Meet The New Normal
More power, longer range, and better styling, mean fewer tradeoffs for buyers who are interested in but still wary of electric vehicles.
Can Tesla Meet Lofty Model 3 Production Goals With New Production Boss?
Tesla Motors announced that it has hired an Audi executive to oversee production as it looks to dispel lingering doubts about its ability to get a handle on production and quality issues dogging its Model X — and the challenges ahead for the high-volume Model 3.
DNA Is Perfect For Data Storage, How Samsung Beat Apple
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What Goes Through A Driver’s Mind In An Indy Crash? Will Power, Tom Sneva, Danny Sullivan Weigh In
Crashes unfortunately are part of auto racing. With huge advances in safety over the years, though, many that seem un-survivable can be walked from today. What goes through a driver’s mind during an accident? With the Indianapolis 500 race approaching on May 29, three well-known IndyCar racers past and present – Danny Sullivan, Will Power and Tom Sneva – share their thoughts.
800 Miles In The 2017 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang: A Raucous Muscle Car For Everyman
If high-performance cars with layers of electronic controls feel too refined, too sanitized, then Ford’s raucous 2017 Shelby GT350 Mustang should prove an ideal Saturday morning palette cleanser.
Tupac’s Shakur’s 1996 Hummer Is Up For Auction
The late rapper Tupac Shakur’s 1996 Hummer H1 is up for auction, with bids currently over $100,000.
2016 Tesla Model S 70D with Auto Pilot
Putting Tesla Auto Pilot To The Test – A Step Toward Autonomy But Not A Self-Driver
Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk rarely fails to garner headlines when he speaks out. Prior to the recent reveal of the Model 3, one of the biggest stories in Tesla’s recent history was the launch of Auto Pilot, the company’s semi-autonomous driving system. During a recent visit to Silicon Valley to speak at the Future Connected Cars conference, Tesla was nice enough to loan me a Model S equipped with Auto Pilot to drive during my stay in the area.
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‘High Desert’ Is Chevy’s Latest Big Buck Truck
Pickups are the new luxury cars these days, with Chevrolet?s latest high-end Silverado models sporting added style, sophistication, and utility.
Tesla Model X Launched On The Chinese Car Market
The Tesla Model X has been launched on the Chinese car market, with deliveries set to start later this month. There are three variants available: the Model X 90D, the Model X P90D, and the China-only Model X P90D Signature Red edition. The Model X 75D base model is not available in China, but might be added to the lineup later.
Apple Invests In Didi, Gets A Share Of My Chinese Driver Matthias
“You have didi?”
Tesla Model 3: The Knives Come Out
This week pubs and blogs tried to burst the Model 3 bubble. Are they right?
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