Stellantis to Decide Fate of UK Factories in Coming Weeks Amid Zero-Emission Mandate
October 17, 2024 – Following months of dialogue with the UK government regarding the mandatory sales of zero-emission vehicles, Stellantis NV CEO Carlos Tavares has revealed that the company is on the cusp of making a critical decision about its future in Britain. The automaker, which owns the British brand Vauxhall, had previously cautioned in…
Google Launches “AI Future Fund” to Bolster Startup Innovation in Cutting-Edge Tech
May 13 2025 – On Monday local time, Google unveiled its “AI Future Fund,” a strategic initiative designed to fuel the growth of AI startups by providing them with technological resources and financial backing. The fund is now open to eligible AI startups worldwide, with the first application window having commenced on May 12th. According…
Apple’s Quarterly R&D Spending Hits Record $11.73 Billion, Up 32% YoY
July 31, 2026 – Apple has posted another record-breaking quarter for research and development spending, underscoring the company’s accelerating investment in future technologies, particularly artificial intelligence. During the third quarter of its fiscal 2026, which covered the period from March 28 to June 27, 2026, Apple allocated $11.73 billion to R&D. The figure represents a…
BYD’s Electric K-Car Racco Surpasses 5,000 Pre-Orders in First Week, Signaling Strong Japan Market Demand
July 31, 2026 – BYD’s Electric K-Car “Racco” Secures Over 5,000 Orders in First Week After Pre-Sale Launch BYD’s first Japan-focused electric K-Car, the Seagull-inspired “Racco,” has gained strong early momentum, collecting more than 5,000 locked-in deposits within its first week of opening for pre-orders. The compact EV had already attracted significant attention before its…
Tesla Faces Major Autopilot Computer Issues in New US Cars, Disrupting Multiple Vehicle Functions
December 17, 2024 – According to a report by Electrek, a significant number of new Tesla vehicles have encountered failures in their autopilot computers, resulting in the malfunction of various features including active safety functions, cameras, GPS navigation, and range estimation. This widespread issue has placed considerable strain on Tesla’s after-sales service. Electrek, through internal…
BYD’s European Registrations Soar 162% in February, Outpacing Tesla
March 24, 2026 – According to data released by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association, new car registrations in the European market in February 2026 saw a modest year-on-year increase of 1.7%, reaching 979,321 units. Among them, BYD stood out prominently. In that month, its registrations hit 17,954 vehicles, a staggering 162.3% jump from the 6,844…
Demand Soars: Tesla’s Optimus Robot Model Sells Out Quickly at $40
November 18, 2024 – Tesla has introduced a 1:10 scale model of its Optimus robot in its online store this week, which sold out in less than a day. Priced at $40, the miniature version of the robot has garnered significant attention from consumers. On Friday, Tesla unveiled the highly detailed Optimus robot model, featuring…
Apple AI Seeks Partnership with Chinese Giants Baidu, Alibaba, and BaiChuan
June 22, 2024 – According to a report by The Wall Street Journal on Thursday, Apple is currently actively seeking partnership with a local Chinese company to launch its “Apple-branded AI,” Apple Intelligence, in China. The report mentioned that Apple has engaged in discussions with Baidu, Alibaba, and startup BaiChuan, although no agreements have been…
Toyota Unveils $10 Billion U.S. Investment Plan for Next 5 Years
November 13, 2025 – Toyota Motor Corporation has just made a major announcement, revealing its plan to pour an additional up to 10billionintotheUnitedStatesoverthenextfiveyears.Withthisnewinfluxoffunds,Toyota′scumulativehistoricalinvestmentintheU.S.issettosoartoapproximately60 billion. In a related development, Toyota held a grand opening ceremony for TBMNC, its first self-owned battery manufacturing enterprise outside of Japan. Situated in North Carolina, this facility marks Toyota’s 11th manufacturing…
Apple’s iPhone 16 to Feature Revolutionary Dual-Function Camera Button
January 19, 2024 – Apple is set to introduce a groundbreaking new feature in the upcoming iPhone 16: a dedicated physical camera button with dual touch and press capabilities. This innovative button, unlike any seen before on an iPhone, offers users a unique way to interact with the device’s camera. By sliding their finger left…