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Apple CarPlay Ultra looks dead on arrival as another automotive giant distances itself – here's what needs to change
By Leon Poultney published
Apple's enhanced version of its CarPlay system has taken another blow, with a major German auto maker saying it has no plans to adopt it.

‘Let the cat out of the bag there’: Elon Musk says the new, affordable Tesla coming in 2025 will just be a cheaper Model Y
By Leon Poultney published
Musk confirms that cheaper versions of the current Model Y are coming – but there are no signs of an all-new car.

Tesla's futuristic drive-in Diner is the coolest thing it's built in years – here's what it's like inside
By Leon Poultney published
Tesla has just opened the doors to its new LA Diner – and it's a retro-inspired triumph.

Refreshed EVs are the best EVs: how rapid updates are redefining car ownership
By Myriam Joire published
An auto remade, over and over again

I’ve driven the new Mercedes-Benz CLA and it convinced me that EV efficiency can actually be exciting
By Leon Poultney published
Forget performance figures, the Mercedes CLA goes big on range and that's fine with me

Automakers appear to be turning their backs on CarPlay Ultra but that hasn’t stopped Apple adding this new feature
By Leon Poultney published
Apple continues to work on its CarPlay Ultra offering, despite a number of automakers stating they won't be adding it to future vehicles.

This Pocket Rocket electric motorcycle essentially runs on a giant AA battery and it’s now available to pre-order
By Leon Poultney published
Ever wanted to ride a pipe on wheels? Sol Motors has you covered.

Tesla introduces Grok AI into some of its cars, but it can’t control the vehicle… yet
By Leon Poultney published
Tesla adds Grok to some US-made vehicles, but its abilities are currently limited.

Electric cars can be fun – the 6 hottest new EVs from the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2025
By Leon Poultney published
Big names unveil new models at the world’s loudest garden party

The Lucid Air just broke the world record for the longest EV journey on a single charge – across three countries without stopping
By Leon Poultney published
The Lucid Air has just smashed the world record for the longest EV journey on a single charge – with driver Umit Sabanci adding 237 miles to the vehicle’s official WLTP range.
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