Google Meet is now available on Apple CarPlay. If you spend a lot of time commuting, this Google Meet feature will make it easier to join meetings on the go, as you can now join meetings directly from your cars dashboard without picking up your phone. 　　How does it work? Its pretty straightforward. Connect your iPhone to a CarPlay-compatible vehicle...

Kia is finally bringing one of its most important EVs to the US, and its not trying to go big, flashy, or expensive. Instead, its going small and smart. The Kia EV3, a compact electric SUV, has made its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show and is expected to go on sale in late 2026 as...

Land Rover is bringing back the Freelander name, but its no longer just a single SUV. The new Freelander EV lineup will operate as its own label, with six models planned over the next five years and the first set to arrive in China later this year. This comes through its joint venture with Chery, and it marks a sharper...

Geely, the Chinese automotive giant that owns Volvo, has just unveiled the Boyue EREV in China with a limited-time price of 107,900 Yuan, or roughly about $14,900. This price is worth noting, considering its not a stripped-down city car, but an extended-range SUV. It further highlights the value gulf between China and the US looks even wider. Recommended Videos This...

A new survey found that US consumers support Chinese auto brands entering the market, thanks to their lower costs, better performance, battery tech, and modern features. With the average new US EV car now costing close to $50,000, its not hard to see why. However, a new bill, if passed, will ensure Americans never get that option. The Biden administration...

For years, EV drivers using Android Auto have been struggling with a major problem pulling up charging stop suggestions on their phones and awkwardly cross-referencing them on their cars screen mid-highway. Navigation was never a problem; it was the chargers location and status that stressed drivers. That era is finally over now. Google has rolled out AI-powered EV trip planning...

China has never had trouble making things affordable, and electric vehicles are no exception. Still, $6,200 for a feature-packed EV with 190 miles of range, and, not to mention, exceptionally adorable looks, is enough to turn heads without emptying wallets. Meet the 2026 Wuling Hongguang Mini EV, the car that doesnt just undercut the competition, but it makes the competition...

Apple rolled out iOS 26.4 recently, and while your iPhone got several upgrades, CarPlay quietly had one of its best days in years. The latest iPhone updates bring two meaningful features that can change the way you use CarPlay on your cars infotainment screen. 　　Would you use ChatGPT while driving? Apples iOS 26.4 unlocks support for a brand-new category of...

Google is rolling out a much-needed privacy upgrade for cars running Android Automotive: the ability to lock specific apps behind a PIN. Known officially as Sensitive App Protection, this feature finally fixes a major headache for anyone who shares their vehicle with family members, passengers, or valets. Up until now, unlocking your driver profile was an all-or-nothing deal once you...

A new study from the University of Washington (UW) and the Toyota Research Institute (TRI) has found that the increasingly common touchscreen interfaces in modern cars significantly impair both driving performance and touchscreen accuracy especially when drivers are under additional cognitive strain. The findings arrive as automakers replace physical knobs and buttons with large digital displays, raising questions about safety...

This post is brought to you in paid partnership with Ottocast Ottocasts new OttoAibox P3 Pro is a palm-sized device which transforms your car into a smart mobile living living room. From wireless phone mirroring and slick performance, to streaming your favorite TV shows and an AI assistant, the OttoAibox P3 Pro is packed with features. And for a limited...

QuickCharge: This Week in EV This story is part of our regular series, QuickCharge: This Week in EV Updated less than 2 minutes ago The history of innovation at Mercedes-Benz goes back to the invention of the car itself. For most of that time, innovation has gone hand in hand with classism. Mercedes typically introduces new tech on its most-expensive...

Ford has confirmed a significant shift for its iconic F-150 Lightning pickup. Its next generation wont be a fully battery-electric vehicle (BEV). Instead, it will be an extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) that pairs the electric motofrs of the outgoing generation with a gasoline engine to increase the total range. While the new EREV setup retains its electric propulsion system electric...

General Motors recently announced plans to phase out support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto across its vehicles over the coming years. To compensate for this move, the company is now adding native Apple Music support to the infotainment system on select models. According to The Verge, the automaker is rolling out Apple Music to select 2025 and 2026 model...

Rivian is gearing up to change how you talk to your car. After quietly working on it for two years, the EV maker confirmed that its homegrown AI assistant is dropping in early 2026. The best news? Its not reserved for the shiny new models its rolling out to every single R1T and R1S already parked in driveways. Rivians AI...