Category: Car stuff
Kia’s AI voice assistant now available for EV3
Kia’s much-anticipated AI voice assistant is now available for EV3 drivers as part of a range of features included in the company’s latest over-the-air (OTA) update. Available for telematics-equipped Kia […]
Car output down as sector calls for measures to boost manufacturing
UK car and commercial vehicle production experienced an 11.6% drop in February, according to data released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Manufacturers produced 82,178 units, a […]
Motorists switching off in-car safety tech, Which? survey reveals
A significant number of UK drivers are disabling advanced safety features in their cars, finding them distracting, dangerous, or simply unnecessary, according to a new report from Which? The consumer […]
Drivers Overlook Lifesaving Tech, IAM RoadSmart Study Finds
A significant number of UK drivers are failing to utilize driver assistance technologies that could enhance safety and comfort, according to a new report by IAM RoadSmart. The study reveals […]
Volvo Cars harnesses AI-generated virtual worlds to enhance safety
Volvo Cars is leveraging AI-generated virtual worlds to accelerate the development of its safety software, including advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) in order to create safer vehicles. The company is employing […]
Wiper blade neglect leads to potential MOT failures, eBay research shows
A significant portion of UK motorists are risking MOT failures by neglecting to check their wiper blades, according to a recent eBay study. The research revealed that 11% of drivers […]
Kia Connect surpasses 1.5 million users across Europe
Kia has announced that its convenience and remote features app, Kia Connect, has reached 1.5 million active users in Europe. Since its launch in 2019, Kia Connect, formerly known as […]
Lotus Robotics and CaoCao Mobility launch robotaxi platform in China
Lotus Robotics, the autonomous driving division of Lotus, has partnered with CaoCao Mobility, a ride-hailing company backed by Geely Holding, to deploy a new autonomous driving platform for robotaxis. Powered […]
Demand for used EVs rises to record levels as second-hand car market grows in 2024
Used car transactions grew 5.5% in 2024 after eight consecutive quarters of growth, with 7,643,180 vehicles changing hands. Pre-loved EVs boast record demand, rising 57.4% to 188,382 units and taking […]
UK used car market starts 2025 strongly despite economic uncertainty
According to the latest data from Auto Trader, the used car market has defied economic concerns and begun 2025 strongly. Based on over 800,000 daily observations, Auto Trader’s Retail Price […]
