Automotive

How to never get a speeding fine again, and maybe save a child’s life

What if our cars didn't allow us to speed? Or, at least, strongly encouraged us not to speed? We could help motorists avoid speeding—and therefore...

Electric cars hit the road less than gasoline ones, shows study

When it comes to helping the planet, electric vehicles (EVs) are often thought of as a big part of the solution. But a new study...

Cars are a ‘privacy nightmare on wheels’. Here’s how they get away with collecting...

Cars with internet-connected features are fast becoming all-seeing data-harvesting machines – a so-called “privacy nightmare on wheels”, according to US-based research conducted by the...

How drone submarines are turning the seabed into a future battlefield

A 12-ton fishing boat weighs anchor three kilometers off the port of Adelaide. A small crew huddles over a miniature submarine, activates the controls, primes...

How sodium-ion batteries could make electric cars cheaper

Cars that burn petrol and diesel must be replaced with renewable alternatives if the climate crisis is to be overcome. Electric vehicles (EVs) are...

MIT’s ingenious co-pilot blends human and AI attention for safer skies

Navigating through the myriad of information, especially during pivotal flight moments, pilots often find themselves saturated with data. A solution has emerged from the MIT...

Ghosts in the machine: The invisible threat to self-driving cars

In the realm of artificial intelligence, Professor Kevin Fu from Northeastern University has discovered a new, potential threat to the security of self-driving cars:...

Solar cars could bring bright future for eco-friendly urban travel, shows study

The dream of establishing greener and more sustainable urban spaces is getting a boost with a new study examining the potential of solar-powered cars. This...

Self-driving cars can be a solution for aging drivers

As we get older, our physical and mental abilities often start to decline, making everyday activities more difficult. One routine task that gets hit...

New algorithm could help keep self-driving cars safe

Have you ever wondered how self-driving cars will handle the unpredictable world of busy streets, pedestrians, and all sorts of unexpected events? Well, scientists at...