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Android Auto Is Getting Gemini, Google’s AI Assistant

Gemini is replacing the old Google Assistant, so drivers can now translate messages, search for addresses in emails and more.

Nov 21 2025 -

21% Of Tesla Drivers Want Apple CarPlay. But Do They Really Need It?

A new survey shows what Tesla owners really think about Apple CarPlay, even with the advanced software they already enjoy.

Nov 20 2025 -

The Rivian-Volkswagen Partnership Will Go Even Further Than We Expected

Rivian and Volkswagen are racing to bring next-generation software and electrical architecture to mass-market electric vehicles.

Nov 12 2025 -

BMW Brings Alexa+ to Its Infotainment System–Here’s What It Means

BMW vehicles will be the first to get Amazon’s new AI-based conversation assistant, which does away with fixed keywords for commands.

Nov 7 2025 -

'Zero Fatalities, Zero Accidents:' Toyota Wants Software To Make Cars Safer. But It's Not There Yet

The new RAV4 is the first step toward Toyota's goal of a safer, software-defined future. But the company is still playing catch-up.

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Toyota's Slick New Software Drops Hints About Its Future EVs

Toyota’s slow EV rollout has also left it lagging in the software race. The 2026 RAV4 plug-in hybrid will now try to catch up.

Oct 14 2025 -

The Lucid Gravity Needs To Be A Game-Changer. Right Now, It Has A Key Problem

Lucid aimed to make life easier with a new key fob, but it made the experience very frustrating. Here's what owners are dealing with.

Oct 8 2025 -

‘Sorry To Customers Who Lost Trust’: Inside Volvo’s Scramble To Fix Its Software

After the disastrous launch of the EX90, Volvo says a heavily upgraded software stack can finally iron out all the problems.

Sep 29 2025 -

Rivian Owners Now Get More Hands-Free Driving, Cheaper Charging

Rivian's big software update, rolling out today, could save owners $900 on charging per year—and provide better hands-free driving assistance.

Sep 25 2025 -

The 2025 Volvo EX90 Was A Disaster. Volvo Gave It A Giant Upgrade For 2026

The 2025 EX90 felt like a rough draft. The 2026 version aims to fix that, with a new 800-volt architecture and some other major upgrades.

Sep 23 2025 -

Hyundai's Next Act: A Tesla-Style Software System In 2026

Hyundai's got a big software upgrade coming in 2026: driver profiles, an in-car app market and advanced AI integration.

Sep 18 2025 -

‘Myth’: Most Drivers Don’t Rely On CarPlay As Much As You Think, BMW Says

The internet is still mad because several EVs don’t have CarPlay. But BMW’s internal data shows it’s not such a big deal.

Sep 10 2025 -

ZF's New EV Software Tunes Your Car Like A Video Game

The German company says automakers can create a “brand DNA with just a few clicks.”

Aug 7 2025 -

Some Audi EVs Now Offer Multiplayer Gaming With Smartphones As Controllers

The Audi A6 E-Tron and Q6 E-Tron can act as massive gaming consoles on wheels, even while driving.

Aug 6 2025 -

Mercedes-Benz Will Let You Show Your Face In Online Meetings While Driving

Showing your boss that you're a hard worker even when driving.

Jul 17 2025 -

'An Extraordinary Number Of Issues:' Consumer Reports' Volvo EX90 Is A Mess

"In its current form, the EX90 feels like what we’ve experienced driving cars from startups like Fisker and VinFast," the outlet says.

Jul 15 2025 -

Rivian EVs Are Getting Google Maps Navigation

Rivian owners will get to enjoy Google Maps’ real-time traffic information and routing system.

Jul 15 2025 -

Tesla's Grok AI Has Landed. Here's What We Know

After sparking controversy for anti-Semitic social media posts, xAI's Grok "AI companion" is now enabled on some Teslas.

Jul 13 2025 -

We Tested Apple CarPlay Ultra. It's Great—But There's a Catch

Apple’s invasion into automotive displays starts with Aston Martin, and its crisp, clean, and intuitive integration makes it hard to argue with.

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'Don’t Invade Our Systems': Automakers Warn Apple Over CarPlay Ultra

Apple's CarPlay Ultra would take Apple's software to your entire screen, including your A/C and speed. Car companies say no thanks.

Jun 26 2025 -

How Apple CarPlay Will Be Less Annoying With iOS 26

Goodbye, call screen that takes up the entire display. Welcome, widgets and Liquid Glass.

Jun 10 2025 -

VW’s Cariad Software Division Is Doing Better Now: CEO

With losses of over $7.5 billion in three years, Cariad was responsible for the delayed launch of the Porsche Macan EV.

Jun 5 2025 -

Rivian Is Adding A Key Charging Feature To The R1S And R1T EVs

The change is part of a larger update that brings a revamped energy meter and faster charging for some versions.

Jun 3 2025 -

Android Auto’s New Features Will Make Being Parked Less Boring

You’ll be able to watch full-screen videos and even browse websites through your car’s infotainment screen.

May 27 2025 -