Waymo defended its use of remote assistants for its robotaxis after the testimony of one of its top executives during a Senate hearing went viral. In a letter to Sen. Ed Markey (D-MA) on Tuesday, Waymo’s head of global operations Ryan McNamara provided a detailed description of the company’s remote assistance operations, including the number…
Tesla’s highly anticipated integration of Apple CarPlay has hit a significant technical roadblock, according to reports from industry analyst Mark Gurman. While initial expectations suggested a launch by early 2026, compatibility hurdles between Tesla’s proprietary software and Apple’s ecosystem have stalled the rollout. Tesla’s objective is to run CarPlay within a dedicated window inside its…
The Federal Aviation Administration has closed the airspace around El Paso International Airport in Texas, grounding all flights in and out of the airport for the next 10 days. No explanation for the closure has been given, beyond a vague reference to “Special Security Reasons.” The closure was announced late on February 10th in a…
Apple is reportedly preparing to expand CarPlay by allowing third-party AI assistants to support voice interactions in a future update, according to Bloomberg. This change would enable developers such as OpenAI and Google to bring CarPlay-compatible versions of their AI apps, including ChatGPT and Gemini, into Apple’s in-car platform. Currently, Siri handles most voice-based tasks…
A growing number of automakers are scaling back or removing support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in newly launched vehicles. The move reflects a broader shift in how manufacturers approach in-car connectivity, with increasing emphasis on proprietary infotainment systems designed to offer deeper integration with vehicle functions. Even as smartphone mirroring technologies continue to…
Lemonade says it will reduce per-mile insurance rates by about 50% for Tesla drivers when Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system is engaged, using vehicle telemetry to distinguish between human-driven and FSD-driven miles. The insurer described the offering as “Autonomous Car Insurance,” built on its pay-per-mile model. Lemonade’s collaboration with Tesla gives the insurer access to…
Waymo driverless car is not able to detect traffic lights after a major power outage in San Francisco, California, | Photo by Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu via Getty Images A power outage struck San Francisco on Saturday that blacked out about 130,000 customers at its peak, according to Pacific Gas and Electric Company, but also caused another…
BYD continues to expand its presence in the electric vehicle segment, particularly in China, with the introduction of a new model that highlights the company’s technological ambition and design evolution. The manufacturer is preparing to launch another fully electric sedan: the BYD Seal 07 EV, classified as a mid-size model and aimed at consumers seeking…
Concerns have grown regarding the reliability of Chinese-made batteries used in certain Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, following new technical assessments questioning their longevity and repairability. The issue centers on NCM811 lithium-ion battery packs produced by LG Energy Solutions, which are installed in a portion of these popular Tesla models. The topic resurfaces…
Xiaomi has reached a major milestone in its rapidly expanding automotive division, surprising industry observers with the speed of its progress. The Chinese technology company, widely known for its smartphones and consumer electronics, announced that its 500,000th electric vehicle has rolled off the production line. What makes this achievement remarkable is the timeframe: Xiaomi accomplished…
