Alef Aeronautics, a San Mateo-based startup founded in 2015, has begun producing what it describes as the world’s first road-legal flying car. While autonomous ground vehicles continue to face reliability challenges, Alef points out that controlled aerial mobility is both feasible and practical; the company’s original goal of building a flying car in six months proved unrealistic, but steady development resulted in a full-size prototype by 2019 and the start […]

LG Display has just become the first automotive display manufacturer to receive a cybersecurity certification, affirming its readiness for the era of Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs). The company was awarded the Cybersecurity Assurance Program Certificate for ISO-SAE 21434:2021 (Road Vehicles – Cybersecurity Engineering) by UL Solutions. This global standard verifies that automotive suppliers have established robust processes to manage cybersecurity risks across the entire product lifecycle, spanning development, production, supply, and […]

BYD continues to expand its presence in the electric vehicle segment, particularly in China, with the introduction of a new model that highlights the company’s technological ambition and design evolution. The manufacturer is preparing to launch another fully electric sedan: the BYD Seal 07 EV, classified as a mid-size model and aimed at consumers seeking a blend of performance, modern styling, and advanced safety systems. Information regarding the vehicle became […]

Concerns have grown regarding the reliability of Chinese-made batteries used in certain Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, following new technical assessments questioning their longevity and repairability. The issue centers on NCM811 lithium-ion battery packs produced by LG Energy Solutions, which are installed in a portion of these popular Tesla models. The topic resurfaces shortly after another report described the Model Y as one of the least reliable vehicles […]

Xiaomi has reached a major milestone in its rapidly expanding automotive division, surprising industry observers with the speed of its progress. The Chinese technology company, widely known for its smartphones and consumer electronics, announced that its 500,000th electric vehicle has rolled off the production line. What makes this achievement remarkable is the timeframe: Xiaomi accomplished it in just one year and seven months of car manufacturing. For comparison, many established […]

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LG Display announced that two of its latest automotive display innovations have received CES 2026 Innovation Awards from the Consumer Technology Association (CTA). The recognized technologies—Dual View OLED and Under Display Camera-infrared (UDC-IR) OLED—were honored in the In-Vehicle Entertainment category, highlighting LG Display’s continued leadership in next-generation automotive display solutions. Dual View OLED is presented as the world’s first display capable of showing different content depending on the viewer’s position. […]

According to a recent Bloomberg report, Tesla may soon introduce Apple CarPlay support in its vehicles, marking a major shift from the company’s long-standing stance against third-party infotainment systems. The electric car manufacturer has reportedly begun internal testing of the feature, signaling a potential move to meet consumer demand and strengthen its market position. Historically, Tesla’s CEO Elon Musk has resisted integrating CarPlay, preferring the company’s proprietary infotainment platform. Tesla […]

At CEATEC 2025, NEC unveiled an excellent example of how generative AI can improve real-world safety. Its AI Driving Diagnosis system, demonstrated inside the company’s booth, turns ordinary dashcam footage into an intelligent conversation about how we drive—and how we could drive better.The concept might sound like another driver-monitoring gadget, but NEC’s approach is quite different. By combining its video recognition AI with a large language model (LLM), the system […]

China has introduced a new contender in the affordable electric vehicle (EV) market: the Aion UT Super, a compact, fully electric car developed through a collaboration between GAC Group, CATL, and JD.com. Sold exclusively online through JD.com, the model aims to redefine the concept of low-cost and smart mobility.The pricing strategy is one of its most attractive features. Consumers can either purchase the vehicle without a battery for about €5,000 […]

Flying from Sydney to London in a single leap has been aviation’s white whale for decades. It’s a route so long that even the most advanced aircraft had to bow to fuel constraints (and the limits of human patience). Now, Qantas says it is almost ready to make that myth routine.Its first Airbus A350-1000ULR, the flagship of the airline’s Project Sunrise program, has completed the major assembly stages in Toulouse, […]

Chinese automaker Chery has lifted the curtain on a groundbreaking solid-state battery prototype that could mark a turning point for electric vehicles, promising driving ranges far beyond what current technologies can deliver. After months of secrecy, the company presented its innovation at a recent event in China, describing it as a major leap forward in energy storage for the EV industry.According to Chery, the new battery achieves an energy density […]

Daegu’s integrated technology exhibition brings together four major events—DIFA, ROBEX, ITCE, and the Start-Up Arena—to explore how AI is reshaping mobility, robotics, ICT, and entrepreneurship across South Korea. This October, the city of Daegu will host FIX 2025, a technology exhibition combining four distinct trade events—mobility, robotics, ICT, and startup innovation—under the shared theme “The Future Already Begun, All on AI.”  Daegu International Future Auto & Mobility Expo (DIFA) Daegu […]

Apple has expanded one of iOS’s most dynamic features — Live Activities — to CarPlay, marking a significant step in bringing real-time interactivity to in-car displays. Originally launched with iOS 16.1, Live Activities allowed users to stay updated on real-time events directly from the Lock Screen or Dynamic Island on iPhone. Over the years, the feature has been refined and integrated into more Apple platforms. With iOS 26, it now […]

BYD, one of the world’s leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, is intensifying its efforts to stay ahead of competitors such as MG, particularly in response to the rising success of the MG4 and its semi-solid-state battery technology. The Chinese automaker has confirmed plans to introduce its first fully solid-state batteries by 2027, with mass production expected to begin by 2030. The company has been developing this technology for over a […]

Google is quietly phasing out another feature from Android Auto, its in-car interface for Android smartphones. This time, the company appears to be removing GameSnacks, a collection of simple HTML5 games originally designed to give drivers something to do while their vehicles were parked.The change first came to light after users noticed that GameSnacks had disappeared from the Android Auto menu. Some reported that reinstalling the app temporarily brought the […]

Camping culture is booming in China, and Ford has found a clever way to tap into the trend. The automaker’s latest innovation, an electric version of the Bronco, isn’t just built for rugged trails — it’s also designed to turn into a compact living space within seconds.At the push of a button, the retractable roof lifts by roughly 14 inches, creating extra headroom, while the seats fold flat to form […]

The global electric vehicle (EV) market has witnessed a major shift in leadership. After years of dominance, Tesla has been overtaken by Chinese automaker BYD, which now holds the top position in global EV sales.According to figures reported by CarNewsChina, cumulative sales up to the third quarter of 2025 show BYD leading Tesla by nearly 400,000 units. BYD delivered approximately 1.606 million vehicles, while Tesla recorded 1.218 million deliveries. Both […]

Mazda has unveiled its latest SUV, the Mazda EZ-60, in China, marking the brand’s boldest step yet in the electric vehicle market. Promising strong performance, advanced features, and highly competitive pricing, the model will be released globally in 2026 under the name Mazda CX-6e.Two Versions: Electric and HybridThe EZ-60 comes in both a fully electric and a hybrid configuration. The EV version is powered by a 190 kW motor paired […]

The Saic H5 represents Huawei’s most affordable SUV to date, developed in partnership with SAIC. Officially unveiled on September, it enters the Chinese market starting at approximately $20,400 USD and offers a blend of competitive pricing, advanced technology, and impressive driving range.According to CarNewsChina, the Saic H5 is available in both EREV (Extended Range Electric Vehicle) and BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) formats: Pro EREV – ~$20,400, 32.6 kWh battery, up […]

Audi has officially unveiled the E5 Sportback, a fully electric vehicle developed in partnership with SAIC, aimed at the Chinese market. The model combines futuristic design, advanced digital systems, and strong performance, positioning itself as a competitive option in the premium EV segment. It will be available in four versions, priced between 235,900 and 319,900 yuan (approximately $30,000–$41,000 USD).Futuristic design with digital mirrorsThe E5 Sportback departs from conventional automotive design […]