Smart Cars
Trek Unveils First Throttle-Equipped E-Bike: Boasts 80km Range & 45km/h Top Speed
May 27 2025 – Trek has unveiled its first-ever electric bicycle equipped with a throttle, the FX+ 1, marking a departure from its traditional focus on pedal-assist models. Priced at $1,999, the FX+ 1 is designed as a versatile e-bike suitable for urban commuting, casual rides, and light off-road adventures. Powered by a 500W Hyena…
Volvo Issues Warning: LiDAR Beams Can Permanently Damage Phone Sensors; Maintain Safe Distance for Photography
May 26 2025 – A Reddit user, Jeguetelli, recently took to the platform to share an unusual incident involving their iPhone 16 Pro Max and a newly purchased Volvo EX90. According to the post, the car’s built-in LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) system emitted a beam that allegedly caused irreversible damage to the phone’s CMOS…
Giamaro Automobili Unveils Beastly 4-Turbo V12 Hypercar with 2100HP Surge
May 24 2025 – Italian hypercar manufacturer Giamaro Automobili has burst onto the scene with its latest flagship model, the Katla, making a bold statement in an era dominated by electric vehicles. This supercar, powered entirely by Giamaro’s in-house-developed 7.0-liter quad-turbocharged V12 engine, stands out as a refreshing alternative in the market. The Katla is…
Farewell to Combustion: Boxster/Cayman Exit in October as 718 Lineup Embraces Full Electrification
May 23 2025 – According to Motor1, following their discontinuation in Europe last year, Porsche’s current 718 Boxster (convertible) and Cayman (coupe) models are set to be phased out in other regions globally later this year. Frank Wiesmann, Porsche’s head of product communications for North America, confirmed that production of the fourth-generation Boxster and Cayman…
Musk Confirms Tesla Autonomous Taxi Rollout by June-End: Fleet to Expand to Thousands if Trial Succeeds
May 21 2025 – Tesla CEO Elon Musk has confirmed, as reported by CNBC, that the company is set to deploy its autonomous taxis on the streets of Austin, Texas, by the end of June. However, the safety concerns surrounding Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system are currently under investigation by U.S. regulators. During an interview…
Toyota Execs Swiftly Approach Nissan for Alliance Talks After Failed Honda-Nissan Merger
May 20 2025 – Rumors have surfaced indicating that a senior executive from Toyota Motor Corporation reached out to Nissan Motor Co. to explore potential collaborative frameworks, though the latter has declined to comment on the matter. Toyota, in response, confirmed it is reviewing the reports but has yet to issue an official statement. As…
Tesla Giga Berlin Unveils FSD Unsupervised Tech: Model Y Vehicles Now Self-Navigating Factory Floors
May 19 2025 – Tesla’s Giga Berlin facility has quietly joined the ranks of its U.S.-based counterparts in deploying cutting-edge FSD Unsupervised technology for internal vehicle logistics, automotive enthusiast outlet ilovetesla revealed in a blog post yesterday. The innovation, already operational at Fremont Factory and Gigafactory Texas, is now automating Model Y transportation within the…
2028 LA Olympics to Usher in ‘Air Taxis’ for Revolutionary Spectator Commute
May 19 2025 – As reported by the Associated Press on the 16th, attendees and VIPs at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will have the chance to take to the skies for the first time, using air taxis to reach the competition venues. Archer Aviation’s electric air taxi, named “Midnight,” will take off from vertical…
Japan Eyes Including Tesla Superchargers in Local Subsidy Program Amid Tariff Policy Adjustments
May 19 2025 – According to a report by Japan’s TBS Television, during the ongoing discussions between Japan and the United States regarding tariff reductions, Japan is contemplating offering subsidies for the establishment of Tesla’s charging stations. It has been revealed through the report that the Japanese government currently provides installation subsidies only for electric…
Honda Delays Canadian EV Investment Amid 59% Profit Plunge, Citing Slow Demand and Trade Pressures
May 14 2025 – Honda Motor Co. has announced a significant delay in its ambitious plan to establish a comprehensive electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem in Canada, originally unveiled on April 25 of the previous year. The postponement, spanning roughly two years, aims to recalibrate strategies amid a notable slowdown in global EV demand. The Japanese…