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Uber Is Losing A Ton Of People

Uber Is Losing A Ton Of People

Lyft Is Not A 'Better Boyfriend'

Lyft Is Not A 'Better Boyfriend'

Artist Imagines How We Might Trap Autonomous Cars In The Future

Artist Imagines How We Might Trap Autonomous Cars In The Future

How Cars Could 'Talk' To Each Other In The Future—And Why That Has To Happen

How Cars Could 'Talk' To Each Other In The Future—And Why That Has To Happen

This Is What Happens When Robot Cars And Human-Driven Cars Mix

This Is What Happens When Robot Cars And Human-Driven Cars Mix

Shit Finally Gets Real For Faraday Future

increasingly appears to be in a tenuous position, and now it seems the company is starting to realize as much: the the troubled start-up has ended talks with the city of Vallejo on a 157-acre site, and instead focus on completing the not-nearly-completed $1 billion factory in Nevada. last year...

'Safety Third' Is The Running Joke At Uber's Self-Driving Car Unit

Yesterday, we zeroed in on the latest between and Google’s self-driving car project, Waymo, courtesy of a superbly-detailed profile of the situation . But there’s one more factoid that’s worth pulling out: they actually have “Safety Third” as a slogan. Much as it’s something we use , it’s a joke...

Uber Employees Use Secret Tools To Target Drivers And Undercut Competition

Three years ago, ride-hailing giant came under investigation for that allowed employees to track drivers and customers in real-time. Uber has since scaled that ability back, but Jalopnik has learned the company still deploys a revamped version of it, along with other secret internal tools, to target its drivers who...

Here’s What You Have To Do To Get Behind The Wheel Of A Robot Car

Back in December Uber refused to pay for to put semi-autonomous vehicles on the road in California. But that regulatory standoff ended this month when the company reversed course and said . So, Jalopnik snagged a copy of the application. One notable part: it includes the program Uber gives to...

Chinese Web Giant Baidu Claims 'Hackers-For-Hire' Tried Stealing Its Driverless Car Tech

So it looks like the driverless car war might have expanded overseas: China’s top search engine, Baidu, is claiming that a gang of “hackers for hire” attempted to steal its autonomous technology, . Look out, Uber and Waymo! The story’s short on details, but Bloomberg quoted the company’s cybersecurity head,...

Faraday Future's Chinese Backer Forced To Sell Land In 'Company Disease' Cash Crunch: Report

might talk a bunch of shit, but maybe executives at the start-up automaker should hold back for awhile because its financial troubles are becoming crystallized. It’s main-backer, a Chinese billionaire, is looking to sell expensive land it purchased from Yahoo only a year ago, thanks to a serious cash crunch....

Automotive news

Toyota extends hybrid electric battery warranty to eight years

Toyota extends hybrid electric battery warranty to eight years"

- Extension on battery warranty from three to eight years now- Applicable for new Self-charging Hybrid Electric Models- Aim to increase adoption of electric vehiclesToyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has announced a new 2021 hybrid electric vehicle battery warranty for eight years. It is said to be the longest warranty period...

Genesis G80 and GV80 showcased at Hyundai India Corporate headquarters

Genesis G80 and GV80 showcased at Hyundai India Corporate headquarters"

- Genesis G80 premium sedan and GV80 SUV showcased - Hyundai has no immediate plans to introduce either of the models in India Hyundai India inaugurated the state-of-the-art headquarter in Gurugram today. At the venue, alongside the all-electric Ioniq 5, the company also showcased the two popular models from its luxury vehicle...

Skoda Auto India to be present in 100 cities by August 2021

Skoda Auto India to be present in 100 cities by August 2021"

- Skoda India will have more than 225 touchpoints by next year- The company has received more than 200 dealership applications after the launch of the KushaqSkoda Auto India has increased its network presence by almost 15 per cent with the launch of the Kushaq that took place last month....

BS6 Skoda Kodiaq facelift spied undisguised in India ahead of launch

BS6 Skoda Kodiaq facelift spied undisguised in India ahead of launch"

- The 2021 Skoda Kodiaq facelift will be launched in India later this year- The model is expected to be powered by a 187bhp 2.0-litre TSI petrol motorEarlier this year, Skoda Auto India Director Zac Hollis confirmed that the BS6 compliant Kodiaq petrol would be launched in the country in...

Hyundai expects EVs to contribute to two per cent sales by 2025

Hyundai expects EVs to contribute to two per cent sales by 2025"

- Hyundai showcases Ioniq 5 at its newly inaugurated corporate headquarter in Gurugram- EVs to be a strong contributor to cumulative sales in the years to comeBy 2025, Hyundai believes that EVs will contribute to two per cent sales, while 55 per cent is expected to be contributed by SUVs,...

Mini Cooper Anniversary edition - Now in Pictures

Mini Cooper Anniversary edition - Now in Pictures"

A limited run of Mini Anniversary Edition was globally announced by the carmaker recently. We've seen plenty of special-edition Mini Coopers in the past, but this one's even more special. And we reasonably say that as Mini is not only celebrating 60 years of John Cooper Works performance but also...

Skoda’s upcoming mid-size sedan spotted testing again; interior details leaked

Skoda’s upcoming mid-size sedan spotted testing again; interior details leaked "

- Likely to be a petrol-only sedan- Expected to be launched by the end of 2021With the Skoda Octavia and the Kushaq launched, Skoda Auto India is now shifting its focus to the upcoming mid-size sedan that is slated to be introduced in the country later this year. Spotted yet...

Hyundai Ioniq 5 showcased in India for the first time

Hyundai Ioniq 5 showcased in India for the first time "

- Showcased at the brand’s new corporate headquarters in Gurugram- Internationally available with two battery pack optionsEarlier this year, Hyundai globally introduced its first full-electric crossover – the Ioniq 5 in its production form. Offered with two battery options, quirky styling, and a futuristic cabin, the Ioniq has finally been...

BMW X7 facelift spied testing with split headlamp setup

BMW X7 facelift spied testing with split headlamp setup"

- The BMW X7 facelift could debut later this year or by early 2022- The model is expected to get updates to the exterior designBMW has already commenced work on the facelifted X7 ahead of its debut that could take place by the end of the year or in early...

Hyundai plans to introduce a mass market EV in India in next three years

Hyundai plans to introduce a mass market EV in India in next three years "

- Hyundai sets up 14 EV charging units at its newly inaugurated India headquarter - Hyundai Kona EV customers can charge at the newly set up chargers at the company headquarter- Considering strong demand for sub-four metre SUVs Hyundai Venue might get an electric drivetrainHyundai India is working on plans to...

What's The Best Cupholder Mod For Cars That Don't Have Beverage Space?

What's The Best Cupholder Mod For Cars That Don't Have Beverage Space?

Now that I’ve got the wheels, tires, and suspension on build right where I want them, the car’s edging closer to becoming the ultimate long hauler. But it’s missing a key component: it needs cupholders. As, the beverage capacity of my overlander is important to me, and the cup holding...

Amazon Orders 100,000 Vans From Electric Startup Rivian By 2024 [Updated]

Amazon Orders 100,000 Vans From Electric Startup Rivian By 2024 [Updated]

Earlier this year, invested $700 million in Michigan’s electric car startup , but now the company has built on that with an order for 100,000 vans to hit the roads by 2024, which is a lot of vans. Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos announced that his company ordered 100,000 vans...

Comment Of The Day: What Malibu Hybrid? Edition

Comment Of The Day: What Malibu Hybrid? Edition

I really like the Chevrolet Malibu. It’s a competent commuter sedan in a world suffering from SUV-itis. , I was totally and completely unaware that Chevy had been building a hybrid version that was capable of 49 damn miles per gallon in the city. That’s within spitting distance of...

The Fiat Panda Trussardi Is A City Car For The End Times

The Fiat Panda Trussardi Is A City Car For The End Times

Most of us assume the end times are coming eventually, probably sooner than later at this rate. All of that considered, it might be time to consider what your vehicle lineup will be when the time comes—an , perhaps, for the gloomier days, and certainly an extravagantly for when...

Nirvana — 'Lake Of Fire'

Nirvana — 'Lake Of Fire'

Traffic sucks, so why not start your morning off with some music? You provide the toast and we’ll provide the jams. We as a society do not deserve Nirvana's Unplugged set. ...

Special reports

How to get the best fuel efficiency from a manual car

How to get the best fuel efficiency from a manual car

IntroductionWith a country obsessed with the fuel efficiency of their car, we surely are always on a lookout to extract that extra kilometre from every drop of fuel we feed our engines. But seldom do we realise, the fuel efficiency of any car is dependent on a plethora of factors....

Types of car loans - New car loan, used car loan and loan against car

Types of car loans - New car loan, used car loan and loan against car

Types of car loansCar loans can make buying that dream car, whether it be a necessity or for leisure, way simpler. Rather than paying up a rather large amount of money up front, which could take years of savings, car loans can help you get the car you want/dream immediately...

Temasek, Warburg Pincus and March Capital invest Rs 325 crore into CarTrade

Temasek, Warburg Pincus and March Capital invest Rs 325 crore into CarTrade

HighlightsThe CarTrade Group, India’s largest online automotive group, has raised Rs 325 crore from investors Temasek, Warburg Pincus and March Capital Partners. It plans to use these funds for its expansion into the auto finance space and to invest into companies in the automotive space. Commenting on the fund raise, Mr....

How to manage a car loan - Tips and tricks

How to manage a car loan - Tips and tricks

How to manage a car loan - Tips and tricksYou have decided to buy a car and have come to the conclusion that you will need a car loan to do so. But the myriad of options are confusing and you have hit a roadblock. Here are some tips and...

How to drive a manual transmission car?

How to drive a manual transmission car?

IntroductionIndia has predominantly been a manual-car market, but with the influx of automatic transmissions, the 'art of driving a manual car' might be in jeopardy. Nonetheless, owning and driving a manual car is still a dream for many. However, it’s one thing to drive a car and another one to learn...

Automobile information

Are BMW X4 good cars?

Are BMW X4 good cars?

　　As of my last knowledge update in January 2022, the BMW X4 is generally well-regarded as a luxury compact crossover SUV. However, whether a BMW X4 is a good car for you depends on your specific preferences, needs, and priorities. Here are some factors to consider: 　　Pros: 　　Performance: The BMW X4 is known for its sporty and engaging driving dynamics....

Can BMW i3 run on gas only?

Can BMW i3 run on gas only?

　　The BMW i3 is primarily an electric vehicle EV designed to operate on electric power stored in its high-voltage lithium-ion battery pack. However, some versions of the BMW i3 are available with an optional range extender, often referred to as the REx model. The range extender is a small internal combustion engine that serves as a generator to produce electricity,...

Are BMW 5 Series good cars?

Are BMW 5 Series good cars?

　　The BMW 5 Series stands as a well-regarded car in the automotive world, earning praise from both industry experts and owners alike. It has carved a niche for itself by blending performance, luxury, and cutting-edge technology. Lets delve into the key factors behind the BMW 5 Series acclaim: 　　Performance: The BMW 5 Series offers a spectrum of engine choices, including...

Are BMW X6 reliable?

Are BMW X6 reliable?

　　the BMW X6 was a bit of a mixed bag, as is the case with any vehicle. It all boils down to factors like the model year, how well its been taken care of, and the driving conditions its been through. Since the BMW X6 falls into the luxury SUV category, you might find that its maintenance and repair costs...

Can a BMW i3 charge at a Tesla charging station?

Can a BMW i3 charge at a Tesla charging station?

　　BMW i3 vehicles are not designed to charge directly at Tesla Supercharger stations. Tesla Superchargers use a proprietary charging technology that is specific to Tesla vehicles. Tesla vehicles use a unique charging connector and communication protocol that is not compatible with other electric vehicles, including the BMW i3. 　　The BMW i3 typically uses the Combined Charging System CCS or Type...

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