Driverless cars are appearing in headlines more and more frequently. The technology is certainly attractive, because it promises to deliver a much safer driving experience. Automatic systems can scan the environment and react to obstacles much faster than a human driver. Continue reading
Tesla is one of the most iconic names when it comes to electric cars, with its Model S being renowned for the technological innovations it incorporates. While electric vehicles were initially oriented towards being as power-efficient as possible, Tesla demonstrated … Continue reading
The future is here. Last week, Google debuted its self-driving car in front of a host of journalists. Citing the fact that 33 thousand folks are killed on U.S. roads each year, Google expressed its optimism for a future where the … Continue reading
The automotive industry is an ever-changing one, with more powerful and breathtaking cars appearing every day, and while for a great deal of time the ultimate goal for the industry was to push the limits of mechanics and physics to the absolute limit, there is another segment that seems to have moved into the spotlight nowadays: technology. Continue reading
Vehicle-to-vehicle communication refers to automobiles’ ability to wirelessly share data with one another. The primary goal is to allow vehicles to communicate speed and position to help prevent collisions. It is estimated this technology may prevent up to 80% of crashes. Continue reading
The 918 Spyder hybrid Supercar is no longer in production. Like the majority of the best supercars, it was made in limited numbers. The last one has rolled off the production line, it is now only possible to purchase one of these on the second hand market – sellers will be hard to find and the price tag will be impressive. Continue reading
Running an auto mechanic business is no mean feat. The car industry is evolving at a staggering rate, and it’s the mechanic’s job to keep up. As we move deeper into the territory of hybrid engines and electronic systems, we were curious how the mechanic’s job is changing. Continue reading
The incorporation of mobile telemetry has greatly improved fleet management systems for many operators owing to the immense benefits accrued. Fleet management used to be a strenuous job in days gone by, as keeping tabs on your fleet on issues like location, fuel consumption, mechanical state and others would have been almost impossible. Continue reading
Plug in hybrids are on the increase. In 2010 Chevrolet launched the Volt at approximately the same time as the first Porsche Cayenne hybrid. Now the majority of car manufacturers have at least one plug-in hybrid. With the release of the 2015 Cayenne S E-hybrid plug-in Porsche will now have three of these vehicles available to the public. Continue reading
Although the technology used in hybrid vehicles has existed since the early 1900s, it is only recently that hybrid cars have gained a following. This is largely due to the decreased cost of manufacturing them. People are concerned about the environment these days, and many are taking steps to reduce their carbon footprint. Continue reading