Ford employs industry-first autonomous vehicle testing
Ford is claiming to be the first car maker to employ autonomous vehicles to assist with its durability testing. Developed by Ford engineers along with Utah-based Autonomous Solutions Inc.
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Ford is claiming to be the first car maker to employ autonomous vehicles to assist with its durability testing. Developed by Ford engineers along with Utah-based Autonomous Solutions Inc.
The strong, scratch-resistant glass used in more than 1.5 billion smartphones and tablets worldwide is tipped to debut in cars within the next 12 months. 'Gorilla Glass', manufactured by US glassmaker Corning, is used almost exclusively...
Voice-to-text technology intended to improve the safety of texting while driving may actually be as distracting as using a hand-held device, new research has shown. The study, conducted by researchers from the University of Utah for US...
Technology giant Apple has announced plans to further its iPhone and iPad operating system integration with vehicle infotainment systems from 2014. At the company's World Wide Developer Conference (WWDC) this morning, Apple announced "iOS in the...
Ford Australia has confirmed future models in its line-up will come equipped with the car maker's next-generation Sync AppLink connectivity technology. Ford launched Sync AppLink into Asia Pacific at Computex 2013 – Asia’s biggest...
New Chinese automotive brand Qoros has announced it will introduce a cloud-based infotainment service as standard equipment on all its future models. Dubbed 'QorosQloud', and developed in collaboration with Microsoft, the system allows drivers...
The stolen vehicle tracking system fitted to the Mercedes-Benz M-Class carjacked by Tamerlan and Dzhokhar Tsarnaev helped police hunt down the alleged Boston Marathon bombers.
Volvo says its extensive development and testing of kinetic flywheels has confirmed the technology is a lightweight, eco-friendly and financially viable solution for improving the performance of its future production vehicles.
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has recommended car makers limit in-car distractions related to electronic communications, entertainment and navigation devices due to an increased crash risk.
The Volkswagen iBeetle and iBeetle Convertible have been unveiled at the 2013 Shanghai auto show, debuting the brand's first two models with full Apple iPhone 5 vehicle integration.
TomTom has previewed its next-generation navigation technology designed to ensure drivers always know the fastest way to their destination regardless of changing traffic conditions.
Audi has launched a new fuel finder service across its European Audi A3 range, providing information about the prices and locations of the cheapest fuel stations. Part of the German manufacturer's Audi connect system, Refuelling Stop works by...
Honda will debut a new autonomous braking system later this year, joining ranks with some of Europe's safest manufacturers. Called City-Brake Active, the Honda system operates below 30km/h and will automatically apply the brakes if a collision...
Mercedes-Benz will introduce five new driver assistance systems into commercial vehicles over the coming months, increasing van safety. Crosswind Assist, Collision Prevention Assist, Blind Spot Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, and Highbeam Assist...
The interior of the all-new Mercedes-Benz S-Class has been revealed ahead of its unveiling in May. The official images of the S-Class's lavish new cabin come as a set of revealing spy shots completely uncovers the exterior design of the luxury...
The new Hyundai Equus has been revealed in a series of videos ahead of its debut at this month's New York auto show. Shown in three videos from the Korean manufacturer, the facelifted luxury sedan's driving dynamics, comfort and safety, and...