Cameras that replace car side mirrors with a high-tech – and more aerodynamic – alternative will go into safety testing by US road regulators, potentially bringing legislation currently blocking the high-tech upgrade in line with what’s permitted internationally. Several automakers already offer vehicles with cameras in the place of traditional glass mirrors, but current laws

Waze, the popular navigation app known for irritating police departments and giving drivers access to fun celebrity voices, is far more robust than one may expect upon first launching it. The app goes beyond mere step-by-step instructions, instead boasting a wide array of features that’ll make life on the road a bit easier for anyone

If you are an owner of one of the 1.2 billion cars in the world, the thought of someone breaking into your car could be one of your nightmares. The truth of the matter is that unless you are a crook with sophisticated code blocking devices, the average person won’t be able to walk up

Introduced in 2015, Android Auto is a hands-free information management system for Android users. In simple words, it takes the relevant information from your Android smartphone and displays it on your vehicle’s infotainment system so that you can focus on the drive. While some cars come with a proprietary infotainment user interface, Android Auto brings

By now, Android has gone through many incarnations, moving beyond what Google envisioned and officially supported. Not all of these Android-based variants are created equal, of course, and some look and feel more polished than others. Unfortunately, that also applies to Google’s own Android spin-offs, some of which seem to be getting left by the

Tesla strives to deliver a complete automotive experience, providing most services a driver might desire. Intending to provide a complete suite of Tesla-branded tools, the company limits customization of its cars’ onboard software, especially ones performed by drivers, double-extra-especially if the desired customization involves apps, tools, and resources developed by parties outside of Tesla. As

At its annual developer conference in 2022, Apple announced a new version of CarPlay with tightly integrated climate control, several customization options, and widget support. During the presentation, Emily Schubert, Apple’s engineering manager, remarked that 98% of all cars in the U.S. come with Apple CarPlay. That statistic, however, is set to change soon as

General Motors is planning to axe Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support from its upcoming electric vehicles, and it’s difficult to see that as anything other than a dire mistake. The decision, confirmed today, will see GM’s brands like Chevrolet, Cadillac, and GMC push the automaker’s own infotainment platform, with the argument that tighter integration

Following a multi-year redesign, Google recently rolled out its latest Android Auto UI, codenamed Coolwalk, at CES 2023 in Las Vegas. What’s immediately noticeable is that the automotive interface for Android smartphones is sporting a new flexible layout. Maps is now relocated to a prominent screen position on the drivers side of the vehicle for

Recharging a modern EV has more to do with plugging a socket. For starters, there are different charging levels to think about, and not all EVs come with the same charging connectors from the factory. There’s also the element of speed, as DC fast-charging stations have different outputs. Some electric cars like Teslas and Polestars