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  1. Lexus Teases Updated NX Ahead of September 1 Debut

    Lexus has released teaser clips of the facelifted NX crossover, set for a global debut on September 1. The update brings a restyled nose inspired by …

    · 2 min

  2. BMW iX3, Volvo EX60 and Mercedes GLC Electric put to the test

    The new BMW iX3, Volvo EX60 and Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric are tested head-to-head. The BMW leads on range, efficiency and charging speed, while the Mercedes over-delivers …

    · 4 min

  3. Elon Musk Says Starlink Will Be the Only Way to Connect Cars

    Elon Musk has suggested that all cars will eventually use Starlink satellite connectivity as the sole method of connection, a statement that has raised concerns among …

    · 3 min

  4. Passenger screens go unused as drivers favour simple car tech, JD Power finds

    JD Power's 2026 US Tech Experience Index shows drivers are happiest with unobtrusive features like smart ignition, while passenger screens record high problem rates and 35% …

    · 3 min

  5. 2027 BMW X5 M60 V8 Flagship Spotted in North Carolina

    A development version of the 2027 BMW X5 M60, the V8-powered flagship of the new G65 generation, has been spotted on a public street in North …

    · 3 min

  6. Robot delivery dog leaves packages on doorsteps with a steaming surprise

    A new delivery robot named R-dog aims to replace gig workers with a friendly design, but its method of dropping off packages has drawn attention for …

    · 4 min

  7. Illinois legalises 40 mph e-bikes on streets with new licensing rules

    Illinois has signed a sweeping new electric bicycle law that legalises high-powered e-bikes capable of 40 mph on public roads, but riders will need a licence, …

    · 2 min

  8. Tesla Model Y shows driver assistance can work without the bongs

    The Tesla Model Y demonstrates that advanced driver assistance systems can be effective without bombarding the driver with alerts, a contrast to the intrusive approach of …

    · 4 min

  9. Tesla sets Cybercab launch event for next week as Cybertruck prices rise

    Tesla will hold its Cybercab launch event next week, with the robotaxi expected to carry a $30,000 price tag. The announcement comes as the company raises …

    · 4 min

  10. Lexus to Build Next-Generation EV in Shanghai Using Gigacasting

    Lexus will reportedly produce a next-generation electric crossover at a new Shanghai plant starting in autumn 2027, using Tesla-style gigacasting to cut weight and boost range. …

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  11. BYD’s Yangwang U7 Covers 18,600 Miles in a Week of Flash-Charging, Battery Retains 98.7% Capacity

    BYD has completed an extreme endurance test of its luxury Yangwang U7 sedan, driving it nearly 19,000 miles in under nine days with more than 350 …

    · 3 min

  12. Kia EV9 Owner Receives £16,000 Charging Bill After Network Glitch

    A Canadian Kia EV9 owner was invoiced CAD$22,308 for a charging session that added just 4.91 kWh. The network appears to have kept the session open …

    · 4 min

  13. BMW M Boss: Electric M3 Is a Choice, Not a Compliance Move

    BMW M boss Frank van Meel says the upcoming electric M3 is being built because it can deliver a better car, not to meet emissions rules. …

    · 3 min

  14. BMW iX3 Doors Can Refuse to Open When Cyclists Approach

    BMW's new iX3 introduces enhanced safety features, including electronic door locks that delay opening when cyclists approach, emergency steering intervention, and improved braking systems, debuting on …

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  15. Capacitive buttons in cars: why the innovation failed drivers

    Capacitive controls promised simpler, cheaper interiors, but real-world driving exposed their flaws. A look at how customer needs lost out to engineering enthusiasm and cost targets.

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  16. Hyundai Cuts Battery Costs by 30% and Extends Lifespan by 20%

    Hyundai has announced new mid-nickel battery cells that cut costs by 30%, extend lifespan by 20%, and double output, alongside plans for Level 2+ autonomous driving …

    · 4 min

  17. Ferrari May Drop Hybrid System for New 296 Challenge Stradale

    Ferrari is reportedly developing a hardcore 296 Challenge Stradale that could ditch the hybrid system for a tuned V6 with 720 hp, focusing on track performance …

    · 3 min

  18. BMW defends removing physical buttons from new i3 and iX3

    BMW has removed physical buttons from its new i3 and iX3 models, arguing younger drivers prefer touchscreens and voice commands. The decision has drawn criticism from …

    · 4 min

  19. Why pastoral privacy could become a serious product feature

    D.O.M. is exploring a Christian social platform where confidential spiritual conversation could be treated as a distinct class of communication, rather than another source of behavioural …

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  20. Mazda MX-5 1.5-litre gains power as 2.0-litre exits UK

    Mazda has updated the 1.5-litre MX-5 with a modest power increase and extra equipment, confirming the 2.0-litre version has been withdrawn from the UK market due …

    · 3 min