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Toro Rosso Expects 'Problems' at Spa and Monza
By Caleb Jacobs
Aug 22, 2017 12:04 AM
The team feels its Renault powerplants will cause issues on these fast tracks.
Future F1 Safety Cars Could Be Autonomous, Says Tech Department Chief
By Caleb Jacobs
Aug 21, 2017 11:57 PM
Would this move be too close for comfort?
This 850-Mile Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG Black Series Costs Less Than College, at Least
By Chris Constantine
Aug 21, 2017 9:46 PM
It's one of only 349 produced for the United States.
Cheapest AMG in the World? Here's What a $200 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG Looks Like
By Kyle Cheromcha
Aug 21, 2017 9:35 PM
No, we didn't forget a zero. And no, it's not pretty.
Think Eclipse Traffic Sucks? Check Out The Plane Lineup At Madras Airport In Oregon!
By Tyler Rogoway
Aug 21, 2017 8:40 PM
Those who thought they could beat the traffic by flying over it may have found themselves in a jam of their own.
Walmart Applies for Patent on Blimp-Based Aerial Hub for Delivery Drones
By Marco Margaritoff
Aug 21, 2017 7:08 PM
Yet another retail giant sees potential in UAV delivery.
Man Uses GPS to Catch Dealership Employee Taking His Mercedes-AMG on Joyride
By Kyle Cheromcha
Aug 21, 2017 6:58 PM
That's an awkward conversation at the service counter.
Apple Patents New Type of Short-Range Vehicle-to-Vehicle Safety Tech
By Eric Brandt
Aug 21, 2017 5:47 PM
Could this be a sign that the fabled Apple Car will become a reality?
Stolen Lamborghini Catches Fire During Police Chase in Dallas
By Chris Constantine
Aug 21, 2017 5:19 PM
A Lamborghini can definitely outrun a Crown Vic, but it can't outrun the law. Or, apparently, conflagration. 
Watch This Distracted Driver Plunge His Scooter Straight Into a Sinkhole
By Kyle Cheromcha
Aug 21, 2017 4:29 PM
Is there a better metaphor for 2017?
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By Stephen Edelstein Aug 21, 2017

Judge Says Uber Can't Present Key Argument in Waymo Lawsuit to Jury

The ruling could be a blow to Uber in its ongoing legal fight with Waymo.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 21, 2017

Many Homes Lack the Capacity to Charge Future Electric Cars, National Grid Says

The utility company believes public charging stations are the better solution.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 21, 2017

Some U.S. States Consider Taxing Self-Driving Cars to Raise Cash

Autonomous cars aren't here yet, but some states are already thinking about taxing them.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 18, 2017

Ford CEO Jim Hackett Takes a More Realistic Approach to the Self-Driving Car Timeline

But when will Ford's fully-autonomous car actually hit the road?
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 18, 2017

Uber Takes Action Against White Supremacists in Response to Charlottesville Violence

The company sent a message to drivers and employees condemning the violence in Charlottesville, Virginia.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 18, 2017

Blame Drivers, Not Phones, For Distracted Driving, Says Apple

Apple is asking a California judge to toss a class-action lawsuit alleging its phones are a safety risk.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 17, 2017

BMW, Daimler May Combine Car-Sharing Services Car2Go and ReachNow, Report Says

Will the German arch-rivals join forces to conquer the car-sharing world?
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 17, 2017

GM's Maven Hints at Plans to Challenge Lyft, Uber in Ride Sharing

Maven may be sick of sitting on the sidelines. 
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 17, 2017

3M Puts Invisible Notes on Street Signs to Help Self-Driving Cars

The notes help autonomous cars "see" where they are.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 16, 2017

Philippines Upholds Uber Suspension Despite Company's Appeals

Uber apologized for any "misunderstanding."
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 16, 2017

Travis Kalanick's Texts to Anthony Levandowski Show Disdain for Google, Tesla

Levandowski proposed a "@FakeTesla" Twitter campaign to challenge Elon Musk.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 16, 2017

Fiat Chrysler Joins BMW-Intel-Mobileye Self-Driving Car Coalition

This appears to mark the first major alliance between two automakers on self-driving cars. 
By Will Sabel Courtney Aug 15, 2017

NASA Once Again Considering Nuclear-Powered Rockets for Missions to Mars

The space agency has signed a contract with a Virginia-based company to explore the technology. 
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 15, 2017

In Open Letter to Uber Employees, Benchmark Calls Ex-CEO Kalanick's Behavior 'Unacceptable'

It looks like the battle between Benchmark and Kalanick is just getting started. 
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 15, 2017

Self-Driving Cars Won't Totally Displace Human Drivers, Lyft Exec Says

Lyft is already considering the future of human workers in an age of autonomous driving.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 15, 2017

This Is How Parked Electric Cars Are Earning Money in Denmark

They're basically battery packs on wheels.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 14, 2017

Toyota Will Bring Self-Driving Cars to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics

But production versions are still several years away.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 14, 2017

Uber Shareholders Ask Benchmark to Leave Board After Filing Suit Against Ex-CEO Kalanick

A boardroom fight is brewing. 
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 14, 2017

Waymo Patents Cushioned Self-Driving Car to Protect Pedestrians

Exterior panels could soften if a collision is detected.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 11, 2017

Tesla's Model 3 'Production Hell' May Raise Tensions Between Carmaker, Workers

Will the production ramp lead employees to favor unionization in greater numbers?
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 11, 2017

Tiny Indian Startup Called Flux Wants to Make Self-Driving Trucks Cheap

But is it asking too much of the technology it seeks to use?
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 11, 2017

Uber Investor Benchmark Sues Former CEO Travis Kalanick

The suit alleges Kalanick committed fraud, and could get him kicked off the Uber board.
By Will Sabel Courtney Aug 10, 2017

Chinese Researchers Reportedly Developing Car 'Facial Recognition' for Speed Cameras

New technology could let cameras identify cars without even seeing the license plates. 
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 10, 2017

Despite Member Nation Rhetoric, European Union Says No to Electric Car Quotas

Internal combustion isn't dead just yet in Europe. 
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 10, 2017

Tesla Semi-Truck Will Be Self-Driving, May Test in Nevada, Report Says

Tesla allegedly wants its trucks to drive in automated "platoons."
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 10, 2017

Little-Known EV Startup Chanje Promises Electric Commercial Van Deliveries by End of 2017

The startup also plans to manage charging and energy infrastructure for fleets. 
By Eric Brandt Aug 9, 2017

Mobileye to Build a Fleet of 100 Level 4 Autonomous Test Cars

These self-driving cars will begin roaming the U.S., Israel, and Europe as soon as this year.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 9, 2017

Hyundai to Deploy Self-Driving Cars at the 2018 Winter Olympics

High-definition maps will be key to dealing with winter weather, the automaker believes. 
By Will Sabel Courtney Aug 9, 2017

Elon Musk Reportedly Raised $600 Million for Tesla in a Few Hours 

The power of the Musk in full effect. 
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 9, 2017

Uber Phasing Out Xchange Car Leasing Program After Major Unexpected Losses

The losses per vehicle were 18 times what Uber had planned for. 
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 9, 2017

GM's Cruise Automation Running Autonomous Ride-Sharing Service for Employees in San Francisco

Employees can hail a self-driving Chevrolet Bolt with a smartphone app.
By Will Sabel Courtney Aug 8, 2017

No, Travis Kalanick Won't Return As Uber CEO, Co-Founder Says

Uber board member and co-creator Garrett Camp told employees as much in an email on Monday.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 8, 2017

Uber Could Soon Be Worth More Than $100 Billion, Investment Firm Says

Despite its many scandals, Uber is still uber-valuable. 
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 8, 2017

Dutch Students Made a Biodegradable Electric Car from Flax and Beets

Now that's how you win the Whole Foods parking lot car show. 
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 8, 2017

Lithium Refineries May Struggle to Meet Electric Car Battery Demand, Tax Report Says

Increased demand for electric cars means increased demand for lithium. 
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 7, 2017

Elon Musk Is Planning His Own Hyperloop, Report Says

Musk apparently doesn't want to sit on the sidelines anymore.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 7, 2017

Researchers Fool Self-Driving Cars With Stickers on Street Signs

Autonomous cars may not be that smart after all.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 7, 2017

Faraday Future Finds a New Factory in California

The factory used to make Pirelli tires.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 4, 2017

Daimler Creates 3D-Printed Metal Spare Parts for Mercedes-Benz Trucks

The parts will be used as spares on Mercedes-Benz trucks. 
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 4, 2017

Uber Leased More Than 1,000 Defective Hondas to Drivers In Singapore

One of the cars caught fire. 
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 4, 2017

Faraday Future Secures $14 Million Rescue Loan

Faraday's future is secure...for now.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 3, 2017

63,000 People Have Cancelled Their Tesla Model 3 Reservations So Far

And that's okay, Elon Musk says. 
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 3, 2017

Toyota Research Aims to 'Personalize' Crash Prevention Tech

Toyota is undertaking 11 research projects related to safety tech.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 3, 2017

Mysterious Startup Aurora Innovation Granted Self-Driving-Car Test Permit in California

Little is known about this secretive company.
By Will Sabel Courtney Aug 2, 2017
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Hyperloop One Prototype Hits 192 MPH in Nevada Test Run

Elon Musk's sci-fi vacuum train takes another (baby) step closer to production.  
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 2, 2017

Uber, Lyft Lose Ground In Seattle Driver Union Fight

A federal judge dismissed a challenge to drivers' unionization efforts.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 2, 2017

Tim Cook Hints Apple May Be Making Autonomous Systems for More Than Just Cars

But he didn't say what else Apple is trying to automate.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 1, 2017

U.S. Senate's New Cybersecurity Bill Could Make Connected Cars Safer

The bill aims to address vulnerabilities in the "Internet of Things."
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 1, 2017

Tesla Model 3 Battery Cells Will Lose Money for Panasonic, Initially

Panasonic still hopes to turn a profit on the batteries within a year, however.
By Stephen Edelstein Aug 1, 2017

Levandowski Made Legal Defense a Condition of His Deal with Uber, Exec Says

Levandowski asked Uber to defend him from Google lawsuits before the ride-sharing company acquired his startup.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 31, 2017

Famed Jeep Hackers Charlie Miller, Chris Valasek Join GM's Cruise Automation

The two cybersecurity experts leave Uber and Didi Chuxing behind for General Motors's self-driving car division.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 31, 2017

Audi Will Cut Costs by $12 Billion to Fund Shift to Electric Cars, Reports Say

And most of the money will come out of the pool for research and development programs.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 31, 2017

A Self-Driving Car Test Will Soon Cross the U.S.-Canadian Border for the First Time

Continental and Magna are organizing the cross-border test. 
By Kyle Cheromcha Jul 28, 2017

Automatic Car Washes Can Be Hacked to Trap, Attack Drivers Inside, Researchers Say

A scary possibility in a connected future.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 28, 2017

Sono Motors's Sion Is a Crowdfunded, Solar- and Battery-Powered Electric Car

German startup Sono Motors hopes to put this electric car into production in 2019.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 28, 2017

Ford's Chariot Shuttle Service Coming to New York City

Ford is taking a different approach to mobility services than other automakers.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 27, 2017

GM CEO Mary Barra Promises Over-The-Air Updates for Cars by 2020

A new electrical architecture will make these updates possible, Barra said.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 27, 2017

Levandowski Can Be Called to Testify in Uber–Waymo Trial, Judge Says

The engineer at the center of the Waymo vs. Uber legal battle may be required to testify.
By Will Sabel Courtney Jul 26, 2017

Electric Cars Could Make Up 90 Percent of New Car Sales Soon After 2025, Hyundai Exec Says

But only if solid-state batteries or other advanced energy storage tech currently under development take off. 
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 26, 2017

Tech Company Convoy Downplays 'Uber for Trucking' Tagline in Wake of Scandals

Convoy is changing its marketing, but not its mission to add tech to trucking.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 26, 2017

Uber Tries to Make Amends by Adding Driver Support Measures

Uber is finally making a concerted effort to address driver complaints.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 26, 2017

Fully-Autonomous Cars Will Cost 'Hundreds of Thousands' of Dollars, Silicon Valley Exec Says

The first generation of self-driving cars will be very expensive, says the CEO of lidar supplier Luminar.
By Lawrence Ulrich Jul 26, 2017

Waze Finally Joins Android Auto, We Take it for a Spin

Google's all-conquering navigation app gets cozier in your car, mines more data.
By Kyle Cheromcha Jul 25, 2017

Tesla Model 3 Deposit Holders Getting Anxious Ahead of First Customer Deliveries

A lack of updates and firm answers has some people on edge. 
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 25, 2017

India Moves to Ban Self-Driving Cars to Protect Jobs

India's transport and highways minister is totally against autonomous vehicles.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 25, 2017

Toyota Planning Long-Range Electric Car Powered By Solid-State Batteries, Report Says

Toyota could be the first automaker to use solid-state batteries in a production car.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 25, 2017

Danish City Using Bluetooth Transmissions from Vehicles to Track Traffic Patterns

If you're worried about data privacy, you might want to steer clear of Aarhus, Denmark.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 24, 2017

Lyft Is Getting Serious About Self-Driving Cars, But Its Rivals Have a Big Head Start

Lyft is launching its own self-driving car division, but other companies are way ahead of it.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 24, 2017

More Bad News for Uber Abroad as Asian Rival Grab Raises $2.5 Billion

The giant ride-hailing company continues to face threats from foreign competitors.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 24, 2017

Daimler, Bosch Testing Autonomous Parking at the Mercedes-Benz Museum

Cars are parking themselves without drivers in a garage in Stuttgart.
By Max Goldberg Jul 23, 2017

Norway Gets One Step Closer To Autonomous Cargo Ships

According to reports, Norway could see autonomous ships by late 2018.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 21, 2017

Cargo Launches Vending Machine for Uber, Lyft, Other Ride-Sharing Cars

You may be able to buy snacks during your next Uber ride. 
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 21, 2017

Continental Calls Its Self-Driving Taxi a 'Feel-Good Cocoon'

Autonomous driving will make urban life more bearable, says the automotive supplier.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 21, 2017

Apple Car Rumors Resurface With Report of Chinese EV Battery Deal

Apple is working with a Chinese firm on electric-car batteries, according to a new report.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 20, 2017

Transit App Citymapper Launches Bus Service in London

Citymapper continues to blur the line between mobility service and transit company.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 20, 2017

U.S. House Panel Approves Proposed Self-Driving Car Rules

The first real federal self-driving car legislation is moving through Congress.
By Justin Hughes Jul 20, 2017

Elon Musk Says He Has Government Approval for NYC–D.C. Hyperloop

Musk claimed to have "verbal govt approval" to build the underground high-speed system.
By Justin Hughes Jul 20, 2017

UberWAV Lets Handicapped Users Hail a Wheelchair-Accessible Van

Chicago joins the limited selection of cities offering the accessible ride sharing service.
By Will Sabel Courtney Jul 19, 2017

Audi Believes It Will Be First to Market With a Self-Driving Car, R&D Boss Says

Exec believes the new A8's lead gives the carmaker too much of an advantage for anyone to overtake it. 
By Will Sabel Courtney Jul 18, 2017

$3 Billion Electric Car Subsidy Bill Working Its Way Through California Legislature

The program could bring EVs down to Honda Civic prices in the state. 
By Will Sabel Courtney Jul 17, 2017

Mercedes-Benz's 2-Pronged Self-Driving Car Strategy: Robo-Taxis, Semi-Autonomous S-Classes

The German carmaker sees two roads leading to our autonomous future...and intends to take both of them. 
By Will Sabel Courtney Jul 17, 2017

Porsche Unveils First 350-kW Charging Stations for Mission E Electric Car

Electric super-sedans need super electric chargers. (But not necessarily Superchargers.)
By Max Goldberg Jul 14, 2017

MyChevrolet App Now Available on the Apple Watch

Now everyone can control their own Batmobile.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 13, 2017

One Year After Exiting China, Uber Merges With Yandex in Russia

Uber is giving up on another potentially lucrative market.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 13, 2017

BMW Connected+ Uses Driver Data to Improve Driver Services

BMW can do a lot with driver data—assuming owners are comfortable sharing it.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 13, 2017

Cortica Will Apply 'Unsupervised Learning' AI Tech to Help Self-Driving Cars Get Smarter

This tech company wants autonomous cars to figure things out on their own.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 12, 2017

Toyota Investment Fund Will Back AI, Autonomous Driving Tech

Toyota AI Ventures launches with investments in three tech companies.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 12, 2017

Hyperloop One Conducts First Full-System Test

The test was done at a (relatively) slow speed.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 12, 2017

Toyota Chooses Xevo Software to Power 2018 Camry App Suite

Infotainment systems's importance is increasing the role of software companies within the auto industry.
By Rob Stumpf Jul 12, 2017

Tesla Is Adding 1,400 Jobs in its Service Department

The California company is tripling jobs to help fuel the Model 3's successful launch.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 11, 2017

Mercedes-Benz Will Build Electric Sprinter Vans in Germany

A Mercedes plant in Düsseldorf, Germany, will build an electric version of the Sprinter.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 11, 2017

Uber Allowed to Depose Alphabet CEO Larry Page in Waymo Case

Uber lawyers will get up to four hours to question the Google co-founder.
By Alex Roy Jul 11, 2017
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The Secret Behind Norway's EV "Miracle" Isn't Oil

In Norway's utopian world of electric vehicles, things are not what they seem.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 11, 2017

Faraday Future Halts Work on Nevada Factory

Faraday will seek an alternate manufacturing facility for its FF 91 electric car.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 10, 2017

Volkswagen R&D Boss Predicts Major Potential Electric Car Battery Shortage

Dozens of new factories may be needed to meet battery demand, a top VW manager says.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 10, 2017

Waymo Drops Most Patent Claims in Legal Battle with Uber

Waymo dropped three of four patent-infringement claims in its lawsuit against Uber.
By Will Sabel Courtney Jul 7, 2017

German Company Whips Up Clutch System That Lets Hybrids Easily Use Stick Shifts

Schaeffler's new module slots a 12-kW electric motor between engine and gearbox. 
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 7, 2017

Uber Wanted to Team Up With Google on Self-Driving Cars, Report Says

Newly-released emails shed light on the rivalry between Uber and Google.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 7, 2017

Volkswagen Partners With Kuka on Robots to Help Charge Electric Cars

Volkswagen wants to use robots to make recharging easy as pie.
By Stephen Edelstein Jul 7, 2017

Tesla Building Massive Energy Storage System in South Australia

Elon Musk is following through on a promise to alleviate South Australia's energy shortages.