Car tech
GM Trademarks Sidewinder for Future Steering Systems
GM has filed a trademark application under the name Sidewinder for a new steering system to be used in future vehicles.The application, filed with the...
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Elon Musk: Tesla's self-driving system "will not be approved by regulators" in 2022
According to recent statements by CEO Elon Musk, reported by Automotive News, Tesla "will not get regulatory approval" (reservation required) to relea...
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Ford Receives Patent for External Airbag System
Ford has filed a patent application for an external airbag that deploys from behind the grille of the vehicle in the event of a crash.The application,...
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BMW's Next Voice Assistant Will Use Amazon Alexa Technology?
Many automakers are using tech giants to develop a variety of in-vehicle systems, providing a level of technology that is familiar to owners. For exam...
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Volvo EX90 Occupant Detection System May Save Trapped Loved Ones
The EX90, Volvo's electric SUV debuting on November 9, will be the first vehicle for sale to feature a new monitoring system designed to detect faint ...
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Ford patents reducing the turning radius of future vehicles.
While some automakers are turning to all-wheel steering to improve vehicle maneuverability, Ford is about to patent a different solution.The patent ap...
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Ford Patents Power Outlet on Roof Rail
Ford filed a patent application for a power outlet integrated into the roof rail of an automobile.The application, filed with the United States Patent...
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Deep Dive Why Koenigsegg reinvented the manual transmission for the CC850
Debuting at the 2022 Monterey Car Week in August, the Koenigsegg CC850 is the first production reworking of the Swedish Koenigsegg, and one of its hig...
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