Image Credits: TechcrunchTesla's vehicle sales in Europe and the U.K. dropped by almost 50%, according to data released Tuesday by the European Automobile Manufacturers Association. In April, the company sold 7,261 cars across the EU, EFTA, and U.K.—a 49% decrease compared to the same month last year.The sharp drop in sales is especially concerning...
Image Credits: New AtlasConnecting a charging cable to your EV isn’t complicated, but with the rise of robotics, why not let machines handle it? That’s exactly what Hyundai plans to do at a South Korean airport.Most EV drivers manage plugging in, but those with mobility issues might need help. For autonomous vehicles, expecting passengers...
Image Credits: Artur Widak/NurPhoto / Getty ImagesTesla will launch its long-awaited robotaxi test in Austin, Texas, next month, but will limit it to areas the company considers “the safest,” CEO Elon Musk told CNBC on Tuesday.Tesla Robotaxis to Steer Clear of Complex IntersectionsMusk explained that Tesla vehicles will avoid complex intersections unless the system...
Credit:he 6th-gen RAV4 comes in Core, Woodland, and GR Sport variants, with a bunch of electrified powertrains and trims to choose fromToyotaAfter the 2019 fifth-gen debut, Toyota refreshed the RAV4 for 2026 with updated styling and electrified powertrains. For the first time, the US will also see the GR Sport model.The lineup includes a...
Image Credits: WaymoThe California Public Utilities Commission has authorized Waymo to extend its commercial robotaxi service, allowing the Alphabet company to operate its driverless ride-hailing vehicles in more communities south of San Francisco.Waymo Maintains Current Robotaxi Operations Across San Francisco and Silicon ValleyThe company stated on X that the approval will not alter its...
Image Credits:GoogleGoogle announced during its Android Show—held ahead of the 2025 I/O developer conference—that Gemini, its generative AI, will be rolled out to all vehicles compatible with Android Auto in the coming months.According to the company, incorporating Gemini into Android Auto, and later this year into vehicles with Google’s built-in operating system, will enhance...
Image Credits:Getty ImagesFederal safety officials have issued Tesla a comprehensive set of questions regarding its upcoming robotaxi service, as part of an investigation into how the company’s “Full Self-Driving (Supervised)” software performs under low-visibility conditions.The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Office of Defects Investigation is seeking further details on FSD (Supervised) to better understand...
Credit: EngadgetTesla has canceled its plan to offer a range extender for the Cybertruck and has begun notifying customers who placed a $2,000 reservation for the $16,000 add-on. According to emails shared on social media and forums, the company will issue full refunds. Tesla hasn't explained the decision, but it follows the quiet removal...
Image Credits:Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto / Getty ImagesTesla is recalling approximately 46,000 Cybertrucks due to an exterior steel trim panel near the windshield that may detach.According to a filing by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the panel could come loose while driving, posing a potential hazard to both the driver and others on the...
The Mercedes CLA EV boasts a WLTP driving range of up to 492 milesMercedes BenzMercedes’ "compact sedan for the electric era" has arrived, packed with advanced EV features. It marks the first model in an entirely new generation of Mercedes electric vehicles.The new CLA offers more space, luxury, technology, and style, surpassing its predecessor...
