Technology & Infotainment

General Motors to ditch Apple CarPlay, Android Auto

America's biggest carmaker has revealed it will remove the ability to project Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in its next-gen models, in favour of a connected system it can better monitor – for revenue purposes, of course

New battery for Tesla Model 3 could give 700km driving range

The Tesla Model 3 Performance is set to gain an upgraded battery later this year, according to the world’s largest EV battery supplier

BYD app connectivity launches in Australia, available to all Atto 3 owners

BYD has added smartphone connectivity in Australia, allowing owners to check their vehicle and control various features remotely

Tesla: Musk overruled engineers on removing safety tech, former workers claim

Former Tesla employees allege a poor workplace culture and Musk leadership style has led to the development of ‘unreliable’ safety assist systems

Fill 'er up thanks: Hyundai unveils 'Automatic Charging Robot' for electric cars

Ridiculous? Not so fast... the Automatic Charging Robot will be perfect for avoiding terrible weather, and drivers with reduced mobility will be glad

Best outdoor GPS devices in Australia in 2023

There’s no need to get lost, with our selection of the best satellite-assisted terrestrial navigation tools for hiking, biking and more

Waze makes EV charging stops easier

The popular navigation app is harnessing its crowdsource feature to ensure drivers can find reliable and available public EV charging stations

Porsche looking to integrate Google tech

Porsche is seeking to implement more Google software, after previously refusing to adopt Android Auto due to data collection concerns

BMW hydrogen FCEV car to debut by 2030

BMW’s hydrogen project head has detailed what the future of FCEVs may look like – and what barriers it needs to overcome

BMW’s latest iDrive system is inspired by smartphones

In line with running updates, BMW models will gain updated iDrive software from July

Ford E-Transit van has saved 2.8 million litres of fuel in North America

Ford has revealed how much its electric delivery van has saved for the environment in just one year

Hyundai developing new self-levelling tech for EVs

Hyundai is testing a new ELC system to improve accessibility, off-roading, driving range, and performance capabilities for electric vehicles

Tesla confirms bidirectional charging coming by 2025, but Musk says it’s ‘inconvenient’

Tesla EVs will gain bidirectional charging functionality soon, but CEO Elon Musk has labelled it as “extremely inconvenient”

Tesla to focus on AC charging roll out; V4 Supercharger launches

Tesla has been famous for its widespread Supercharging DC fast-charging network, but is now also focusing on slower AC stations run off renewable energy

Tesla details data privacy policy

As new cars become akin to ‘computers on wheels’, Tesla is outlining what data it collects and where it’s stored

Tesla and Musk sued by shareholders for misleading ‘full self-driving’ promises

Disgruntled US shareholders have filed a class action lawsuit for false and misleading Autopilot and FSD statements

2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Next-generation tri-screen cabin revealed

The next-generation E-Class interior has been revealed with three screens, TikTok compatibility, and a selfie camera

Toyota’s new CEO promises to accelerate EV plans

Toyota’s new CEO will start on April 1 and is planning a major shake-up with a “BEV-first mindset”

Old EV batteries repurposed to power California

Electric vehicles aren’t just A to B machines anymore; a startup claims to have a world-first system using old EV batteries to power the Californian grid

Interview: Volvo safety boss Thomas Broberg

Volvo’s acting head of the Safety Centre, Thomas Broberg, says a human-centred approach to safety is critical and unique to Volvo

Volvo’s electric future: No going back

Volvo CCO says that Volvo is sticking to going all-electric globally by 2030

Brainlifts are going to be more important than facelifts says Volvo chief

Volvo Chief Commercial Officer Bjorn Annwall maps out the Swedish carmaker’s electric and digital future

Tesla now opening Superchargers to all EVs in Australia

Tesla has finally opened its Superchargers to any EV in Australia. But, the most expensive charging provider in the country gets even pricier

What are sodium-ion electric car batteries?

Lithium-ion battery costs have risen, proving a headache for cheaper EVs. But, sodium-ion tech is emerging as the new solution