[ad_1] With the new SDK, users can ask Alexa to do things like turn on the AC, tune the radio or make a call — even when connectivity is intermittent or nonexistent. That’s thanks to a “Local Voice Control” extension that allows automakers to add a scaled-down version of Alexa’s cloud-based service to a vehicle’s […]
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Uber intends to treat drivers as contractors despite California bill
[ad_1] For a company to treat its workers as contractors, it has to prove that they’re free from the control of the hiring entity, perform work outside the typical range of that entity’s business and regularly engage in an “independently established” business similar to the work they perform. It’s that second requirement that’s the most […]
Inside Volkswagen’s all-electric ID.3
[ad_1] It’s important to note (once again) that the ID.3 is not coming to the United States (boo). But, the layout we’re seeing in this car will more than likely end up in the ID.4. Or at least a very close variant of it will show up stateside. Either way, Volkswagen has produced a clean, […]
Seat wants to sell its Cupra Tavascan EV concept some day
[ad_1] The Tavascan is more defined by its aggressive looks and performance. It’ll ride on parent Volkswagen’s MEB platform used by the numerous ID and Audi vehicles and pack a potent drivetrain. The twin motor, four-wheel drive system delivers 302 horsepower, accelerating the Tavascan from 0 to 62 mph in 6.5 seconods. With a 77 […]
Volkswagen teases the ID.3’s larger EV sibling
[ad_1] In a corner of the Volkswagen booth, a frosted-glass booth begins flashing and lo and behold, there’s the next EV from the German automaker. The license plate signifies it’s the “next ID” which of course means, they’re showing off the ID.4 SUV AKA the ID Crozz that the company has been showing off. Unfortunately, […]
The Silent Arrow is a massive glider delivery drone
[ad_1] Yates Electrospace Corporation (YEC), the company behind the Silent Arrow, envisions the drone as a potential replacement for the Joint Precision Airdrop System (JPADS) delivery method several armed forces, including the US military, use to deliver battlefield supplies. Even if you’re not familiar with the acronym, you’ve probably see JPADS in action in movies […]
Opel’s Corsa-e is an alternative to VW’s ID.3 EV
[ad_1] Instead of designing an entirely new chassis, Opel adopted its popular supermini model, which the automaker first introduced way back in 1982, to create its first EV. The new car features a 50kWh battery with 100kW output, which translates to about 136 horsepower in traditional gasoline terms. Opel guarantees the battery pack for eight […]
Audi teases the E-Tron Sportback with a short cameo
[ad_1] While the car wasn’t covered in camo, it was showered with an intense light show that made photography tricky. But it’s our best look at the upcoming E-Tron variant that’ll join the rest of the automaker’s electric cars. The E-Tron Sportback is expected to have similar specs as the E-Tron SUV that we drove […]
Mercedes’ Vision EQS is a peek at its EV future
[ad_1] The Vision EQS is the automaker’s peek into the future of its sedans. While it’s unlikely the final EQS will be as striking as the concept vehicle unveiled at the Frankfurt Auto Show, it would be a shame to lose all that styling. The all-wheel-drive EQS has the usual silver and blue design aesthetic […]
Hyundai goes retro-futuristic with its 45 EV concept
[ad_1] Like many other concepts these days, the wide, squat car uses dot matrix lighting beneath the hood and truck, and features an illuminated Hyundai logo. Much like Byton’s M-Byte, it also has LED lights that show charge levels from the exterior. It uses side cameras instead of mirrors, complete with a brush that can […]