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Senators: Your Driving Data May Have Been Sold For as Little as 26 Cents
A report from Sens. Markey and Wyden document how GM, Honda, and Hyundai used dark-pattern interfaces to collect data and market it to data brokers.
Musk: Axing EV Tax Credit Would Hurt Tesla 'Slightly,' Be 'Devastating' for Rivals
Meanwhile, though he supports Donald Trump, Musk has paused plans to build a new factory in Mexico, given the GOP nominee's promise to impose a hefty tariff on imports.
Buttigieg Plays the Long Game on EVs, But He's Not Sold on the Cybertruck
Secretary Pete talks about 'doing in a matter of years what took decades to build up' with electric vehicles, making peace with his hybrid minivan, and what he thinks Elon Musk is doing right.
Elon Musk: Affordable Tesla Still Coming Early Next Year, Don't Expect Details Yet
Tesla's CEO has been talking about a $25,000 EV for years and says it's still happening. But he was light on details in an earnings call to avoid dissuading buyers from purchasing its current vehicles.
Cruise Scraps 'Origin' Robotaxi, Will Stick With an Old Favorite Instead
The Origin dropped the steering wheel and incorporated 'campfire' seating. But after a rough 2023, GM-backed Cruise will instead rely on a more affordable and well-known passenger car.
Rivian CEO: Don't Hold Your Breath for Apple CarPlay Support
In a recent interview, RJ Scaringe says the EV company's choice to keep its core technology in-house follows Apple's philosophy—but some drivers aren't happy about it.
US to Restrict Some Chinese Software in Cars Next Month
The Commerce Department may soon limit Chinese software in 'connected vehicles' in the US, requiring car manufacturers to use firms in 'allied' countries for data storage instead.
Trump's VP Pick Wants to Replace $7,500 EV Tax Credit With Gas Car Incentives
Ohio Senator JD Vance advocates for making it harder to buy an EV, which Elon Musk claims he supports even though it could further hinder Tesla's stagnant sales.
Most Efficient EV Ever? Lucid Touts MPGe Boost on 2025 Air Pure Lineup
With a 146MPGe rating, the California-based automaker's 2025 lineup 'requires less electrical energy for any journey taken, A to B, than any other vehicle on the market today,' it says.
Volkswagen Inks Deal to Mass-Produce Solid-State Batteries for 1 Million EVs
A new agreement between VW-backed PowerCo and QuantumScape could finally bring the next-gen battery tech to market for higher electric range, faster charging, and improved safety.
San Francisco Nabs Suspect for Slashing Waymo Vehicle Tires 17 Times
The 36-year-old allegedly used a knife to slash tires during the vandalism spree. But the driverless cars from Waymo had cameras watching the whole time.
Exploring L.A. in a Waymo Robotaxi: Peaceful, Cautious, Sometimes Tardy
Waymo's driverless taxis are attention-grabbing, but without freeway access or rides to and from LAX, the Alphabet-owned company still has some kinks to work out in Los Angeles.
The Best Wireless Adapters for CarPlay and Android Auto for 2024
If your car integrates CarPlay or Android Auto but you hate plugging in your phone while you drive, these dongles may do the trick.
Tesla Catches Fire, Burns to a Crisp at Supercharging Station
A Tesla parked at a Supercharging station in Pennsylvania goes up in flames, destroying the car and resulting in a temporary road closure.
The Best Car Phone Mounts for 2024
Need a safe and smart way to use your phone in the car? These car phone mounts are ideal for hands-free calls, navigation, music streaming, and more.
Self-Driving Cars From China Are Collecting Data on US Roads
Robotaxis from Chinese companies like WeRide have logged 1.8 million miles of driving on California roads, collecting audio and video recordings along the way.
NASCAR Enters the Electric Era With New EV Prototype
Just don't expect it to hit the track anytime soon.
Phoenix Police Pull Over a Waymo Robotaxi for Driving Into Oncoming Traffic
Waymo says the issue was due to inconsistent construction signage.
Amazon Echo Auto (2nd Gen, 2022 Release) Review
The second-gen Amazon Echo Auto is ultimately just a good microphone that lets you use Alexa voice controls in your car. It doesn't do anything your phone can't already do with the Alexa mobile app, but it might be able to hear you better.
Uber, Lyft to Pay Drivers in Massachusetts $32.50 an Hour
They'll also get health insurance and sick leave, though drivers on both services will still be classified as independent contractors.
