Latest car technology news

Here are some of the latest car technology news and updates:

Autonomous Driving

• Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., has launched a self-driving taxi service in Phoenix, Arizona, marking a major milestone in the development of autonomous vehicles. (Source: The Verge)
• Tesla has announced that its Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology will be available on all new vehicles starting in 2023. (Source: Electrek)

Electric Vehicles

• Volkswagen has announced plans to launch 50 new electric vehicle models by 2025, as part of its efforts to become a leading player in the EV market. (Source: Autocar)
• Rivian, a new electric vehicle startup, has raised $2.5 billion in funding and plans to launch its first vehicle, the R1T pickup truck, in June 2020. (Source: CNBC)

Infotainment and Connectivity

• Apple has announced a new CarPlay feature that allows drivers to use their iPhone's Siri virtual assistant to control their vehicle's infotainment system. (Source: Apple)
• Android Auto has been updated with a new design and features, including support for Google Assistant and Android 10. (Source: Android Authority)

Safety and Security

• The European Union has introduced new regulations requiring all new vehicles to be equipped with advanced safety features, including automatic emergency braking and lane departure warning systems. (Source: EU News)
• Tesla has announced that its vehicles will soon be able to detect and respond to emergency vehicles, such as ambulances and fire trucks, using its Autopilot system. (Source: Tesla)

Other News

• Hyundai has announced plans to launch a new vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology that allows vehicles to communicate with other vehicles, pedestrians, and infrastructure. (Source: Hyundai)
• Ford has announced that its SYNC infotainment system will soon be able to recognize and respond to voice commands using Amazon Alexa. (Source: Ford)

Upcoming Events

• The 2020 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) will take place in Las Vegas from January 7-10, 2020, and is expected to feature a range of new car technology announcements and innovations.
• The 2020 Geneva International Motor Show will take place from March 3-15, 2020, and is expected to feature a range of new electric and autonomous vehicle announcements.