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Tesla is rolling out a new version of its Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software that can take control of your car to avoid a crash, even when you’re driving manually. The automaker announced the feature, part of FSD Supervised v14.3.9, in a post from its AI team early Friday. FSD steps in even when you’re not using it Tesla said v14.3.9 is “starting to roll out shortly” and includes what it calls “a new active safety feature set.” FSD Supervised “can now activate on your behalf when an imminent collision is detected and Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) may not be enough,”…

The size of the Go 6 is perfect, both for reading when you’re out and about and at home. Its 6-inch screen puts it on par with the entry level Kindle and the Kobo Clara BW for compactness, landing right in the Goldilocks Zone of portability and readability. It fits in my smallest bags while still having a large enough display to read comfortably. It can sit in the back pocket of most jeans and even some front pockets (barring those afflicted by Bad Designs for Women’s Clothing). There is at least one limitation to consider when bringing it around,…

Hyundai’s new Ioniq 3 launches without an instrument cluster on its base trim — meaning the driver’s primary speed and status display simply isn’t there unless you pay to move up. Announced this week alongside details of the Korean-market Elantra (sold as the Avante in South Korea), the decision marks one of the clearest examples yet of a mainstream automaker treating a traditionally standard feature as a paid upgrade. Both models run Hyundai’s new Pleos Connect infotainment system, which pairs a large central touchscreen — up to 14.6 inches on the Ioniq 3 — with a slim 9.9-inch instrument cluster…

Few companies in the automotive world have generated as much genuine engineering intrigue as Czinger — and the deeper you look, the more remarkable the story becomes. The 21C hypercar is the most visible proof of concept, but the real revolution is happening one layer beneath the bodywork, in the AI-driven manufacturing platform that makes it possible. Leveraging AI-based design and optimization software has allowed Czinger to implement components and systems that have afforded the Czinger 21C a level of performance and design that has not been introduced in the automotive industry before. The source of Czinger’s advanced technology is…

Chrysler practically invented the modern family hauler. The brand’s early-1980s minivan didn’t just sell well — it reshaped the entire automotive landscape and kept Chrysler profitable for the better part of two decades. But tastes shift, and by the late 2000s the minivan’s cultural cachet had evaporated almost overnight. Crossovers and SUVs were eating its lunch, and Chrysler needed a response. The answer the company landed on was equal parts clever and cynical: take the Dodge Durango, dress it in chrome and leather, and badge it as the Chrysler Aspen. It didn’t go as planned. When the minivan’s desirability first…

A Freelander 8 on display at the model’s launch event in Beijing on September 3, 2026. Credit: Freelander The Freelander 8, developed by a joint venture between Chery and JLR, starts at 289,900 yuan ($42,770) after incentives. It is the first model from the revived Freelander brand, with Huawei’s Qiankun ADS 5 standard across the lineup. The Freelander brand, jointly developed by Chery (HKEX: 9973) and Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), has disclosed initial orders for its first model following its launch, signaling early acceptance of the vehicle. The Freelander 8 received more than 5,000 firm orders within 12 hours of…

The Lexus RX SUV has been many things over its three decades on sale, but an engaging driving machine is not one of them. That might well be about to change, however, thanks to an intriguing prototype that’s been spied around Toyota’s development centre in Germany.  Just by looking at how this RX prototype sits on the road, you can tell it’s something far more performance-focused than the current hybrid-powered models. Wider wheels, aggressive Michelin tyres, huge brakes and a much lower stance all give this car some serious road presence, something underlined by flared wheel arches and small sill…

Artificial intelligence is helping employees become more productive and reducing burnout, but growing reliance on the technology may also be contributing to weaker workplace relationships, according to new research from Workday. The company’s Human Connection Workplace Index surveyed 2,150 AI users working at large organizations across multiple industries and countries. The findings pointed to delivering measurable workplace benefits from AI but concerns are emerging about its effect on social connection and collaboration. Among the most positive findings, 62 per cent of respondents said their stress or burnout risk has declined since they began using AI tools, while 86 per cent…

A truck crash can leave behind more questions than a damaged vehicle and an injury report. A driver may appear to be the obvious person at fault, but commercial trucking is a large system with many moving parts. A company may control schedules, a mechanic may handle safety checks, and another business may load the cargo.  In Boynton Beach, FL, these details can matter after a serious collision on local roads. A truck accident lawyer in Boynton Beach, FL can look beyond the steering wheel to examine the people, records, and key decisions that may have contributed to…

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Toyota bZ are on sale for Labor Day to clear inventory for the incoming 2027 models. Best EV Deals for Labor Day 2026 Labor Day is on Monday, and automakers are preparing as usual with a slew of incentives and discounts to make room for the new 2027 model-year vehicles. We’ll take a look at some of the best deals on the most popular 2026 EV models. In the first half of the year, over 463,000 electric vehicles were sold in the US. The Tesla Y and Model 3 still dominate the market, holding the…