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BMW: Going electric-only is 'crazy' without a sustainable economy

BMW's head of development has taken aim at rival companies and select governments pushing all-EV line-ups without sustainable economies.

World's smallest wiper coming to keep Hyundais safe

Hyundai Motor Group is trialling new technology that uses AI to help keep its cars' cameras clean and their active safety features working.

3 months ago

Why smarter cars are a privacy nightmare

We don't think about it much, but connected cars are able to collect huge amounts of data. An American non-profit is triggering the alarm.

3 months ago

Phonestar? Polestar pivots from electric cars to smartphones

Polestar is partnering with a Chinese phone producer to make its own smartphone that can seamlessly connect with its cars.

3 months ago

Tesla's plans to go back in time approved for Los Angeles

Plans for a Tesla Supercharger hub in Hollywood, featuring a 50s-style diner and a drive-in cinema, have been approved.

3 months ago

Victoria to almost triple the number of public electric car chargers

The Victorian Government is investing $2.2 million in 214 additional electric vehicle chargers across the state.

3 months ago

Tesla owners can now control their cars using Siri

The Tesla app now allows iPhone owners to create shortcuts, meaning Siri can control your air-conditioning or doors.

3 months ago

Indian giant turns to China for electric car batteries – report

Mahindra will lean more on Chinese manufacturer BYD for batteries for its upcoming EVs as its deal with Volkswagen is beset by delays.

3 months ago

Audi wants more hybrids for Australia

Audi Australia is planning a big electrification push, not with just EVs, but also a range of new plug-in hybrids – which will we get?

3 months ago

Chinese giant reveals new super-fast charging battery

Chinese battery manufacturer CATL has revealed a new lithium iron phosphate battery that can provide 400km of range from a 10-minute charge.

3 months ago

Electrified military Ford Ranger can tailgate the enemy silently

Ford has revealed a modified Ranger ute with a stealth mode and an electric motor, aimed at defence and security operations.

4 months ago

Audi standardising full suite of safety equipment for MY24

All Audis in Australia will feature the full suite of available safety systems as standard for the 2024 model year.

4 months ago

Hyundai slapped with another US lawsuit after "insufficient" EV plug fix

A law firm in the US has filed a class action lawsuit against the Hyundai Motor Group claiming its EV chargers don't operate as advertised.

4 months ago