Technology & Infotainment
Apple hires former Tesla autonomous driving engineer
An ex-Tesla engineer has followed his former boss across to Apple
Is the agency model better for new car buyers in Australia?
A growing number of manufacturers are switching to the ‘agency model’ for new car sales. But what does that mean and is it good for you? Let’s find out
Google Maps launches option to choose lowest carbon footprint in the US
The new approach has been rolled out in the United States already, with Europe to follow next
Plans to integrate Apple CarPlay into vehicle controls
A new secret project has Apple looking to integrate CarPlay with modern cars
Ferrari partners with former Apple iPhone designer’s firm
Partnership with LoveFrom could extend outside the automotive space
Apple says motorcycle vibrations can damage iPhone cameras
The issue could have implications for other vehicles
American study finds smartphone connectivity is the biggest problem for new vehicle owners
A quarter of all problems listed relate to technology issues
Apple Watch exec takes over car project as outgoing manager defects to Ford – UPDATE
Ford has poached Doug Field, who has been responsible for Apple’s secretive car project for the past three years
Apple reportedly buys former Chrysler proving grounds for US$125 million
More rumours suggest Apple is getting serious about offering an autonomous electric car
Porsche and Zync join forces to improve in-car infotainment
Investment and partnership could lead to more infotainment freedom in model range
Porsche updates infotainment to include Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay
Porsche finally adds Android Auto to its infotainment system but still lacks wireless function
How free-piston technology could save internal combustion, but not as you know it
Forget almost everything you thought you knew about how an internal combustion engine works
Tech explained: Electromagnetic Compatibility Testing
This lesser-known test stops your phone from turning into a brick when near certain hypercars
BMW reveals iDrive 8 infotainment system
The latest generation in BMW’s high-end infotainment interface has been unveiled, here’s what you need to know
Let’s nerd out on the new Audi E-Tron GT with these facts
Curious about Audi’s all-new EV? Here are some things to break the ice…
AmpliTex: coming to a racetrack near you
A Swiss company is proving there is a cost-effective way to create a light, eco-friendly material that rivals carbon fibre
Ford, Google partner up for in-car technology – and Australia is in the mix
Hey Google! Ford teams up with the world’s biggest tech company to develop future in-car entertainment
Will Android Auto still work if Google pulls out of Australia?
As the Australian Government and Google clash, Android Auto and Google Maps should remain safe
Sony has no intention of selling Vision-S electric sedan after all
Sony’s Vision-S electric vehicle will live on as a test bed for future tech, but won’t be sold to the public
This is the intense Bugatti Chiron climate control system
Flawless air conditioning at a 400km/h-plus top speed does tend to complicate matters
Why the Ferrari SF90 Stradale’s new e-motor is insane
Axial-flux motors sound like time travel stuff, but the SF90 uses it for the next best thing
WA outlaws use of radar detectors with hefty fines
WA to join other Australian jurisdictions by banning the use of radar detectors
New Apple CarPlay iOS 14 reviewed
Apple’s all-new iPhone operating system, iOS 14, has launched with a raft of updates to Apple CarPlay. But how does it work in practice?
Do wireless phone chargers in cars damage phones?
Wireless induction is more convenient way to charge your phone, but is it less safer to you or your phone than using a USB cable?
