Tag: Vehicle Tech
Kia becomes the latest car giant to offer in-car Netflix – and as a father with young kids, I’m fully on board with the idea
Kia says it will offer Netflix, Disney+ , YouTube and LG Channels The entertainment is only available when parked It’s not free, as it comes part of a subscription-based package Kia is the latest in a slew of manufacturers to start offering blockbuster entertainment inside vehicles, with a new subscription-based…
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The myth of Megawatt charging – and why Porsche doesn’t think it’s the answer to smoother EV journeys
While the battle for EVs with the longest range may well have tapered off, a new arms race has begun in its place – and it’s all about charging speeds. In China, some of the world’s most recognizable automotive and tech brands are dueling it out to see who can…
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Volvo launches the first smart seatbelt that uses sensors to provide the perfect tension
Volvo’s innovation uses sensors to help the belt adjust its load The company claims it can help reduce injuries The multi-adaptive safety belt will feature on the EX60 Volvo can claim to be part of the very history of the humble seatbelt, considering Swedish engineer and Volvo employee Nils Bohlin…
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I review motorbikes for a living – here’s why I’m excited about GoPro’s new smart motorcycle helmet
Since GoPro purchased the Australian smart motorcycle helmet company Forcite last year, the two-wheeled world has been waiting to see what the action camera giant can do if it applied its technology to rider safety equipment. Now, GoPro has announced that it will work with Italian helmet manufacturer AGV on…
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Volvo’s cars will be the first to get Google Gemini’s ‘conversational’ AI – and I think the in-car tech has massive potential
Volvo will be one of the reference hardware platforms for Google’s dev work Volvo cars will be the first to receive Google Gemini in the vehicle The Swedish company showcased an EX90 with Gemini at Google I/O Volvo has announced that it will be a key player in Google’s delivery…
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Volkswagen says ‘mind-blowing’ electric GTI EVs are coming – here’s what to expect and what I want to see
VW’s CEO confirms a GTI version of the upcoming ID 2 electric model An entire family of GTI cars will arrive in the next decade An electrified Golf is also on the cards Volkswagen’s CEO, Thomas Schäfer, has gone on record to state that the brand plans to propel its…
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