Category: Car stuff
Abarth trials facial recognition technology to measure driver happiness
The performance car brand, Abarth, has become the first manufacturer to trial facial recognition technology to better understand the emotions experienced in one of its cars. Working in partnership with […]
Three-quarters of Brits would welcome noise cameras on our roads
The subject of noise cameras is front and foremost again, with further rollouts expected across the country after a successful trial in the London borough of Kensington and Chelsea. And […]
5 Tips For Trouble-free Journeys This Winter
In conjunction with GEM Motoring Assist, we offer 5 basic tips for drivers to ensure trouble-free journeys this winter…. Giving some attention now to batteries, tyres, antifreeze, wipers, lights and […]
Volvo launches system that detects if driver is unfit to drive
Volvo is to launch a driver understanding system as standard in its EX90 that can detect if a driver is unfit to drive and even take control of the steering […]
Autonomous technology requires education for drivers, warns safety charity
Independent road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, has highlighted the need to ensure government and car makers prioritise training drivers for autonomous vehicles in its evidence to a House of Commons […]
1 in 3 drivers would only trust autonomous car if they could take over controls
35% like driving and don’t want a driverless car Older drivers most against driverless cars UK drivers are not ready to embrace driverless technology yet, according to a survey. The […]
Ford trials headlight technology to improve safety for nighttime driving
Head-up displays have enabled drivers to stay focussed on the way ahead for some time. Now Ford engineers are trialling new headlight technology that could help ensure those behind can […]
Polestar electric roadster concept to enter production as Polestar 6
Volvo-owned Swedish electric car company Polestar has confirmed plans to put the Polestar electric roadster concept into production. The production car is expected to launch in 2026 as the Polestar […]
Volvo adds Apple CarPlay with over-the-air-software
This week marks the start of the rollout of Volvo’s latest over-the-air (OTA) software update to all Volvo cars with Google built in, enabling a variety of feature and quality […]
8 Driving Tips To Consider When Travelling This Summer
Summer is finally here in the UK, with temperatures increasing every day – with highs of 30C (86F) to be expected over the next week. As expected, many will be […]
