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Jet-powered Ferrari could take on Tesla's 'flying' Roadster

Ferrari February 2, 2023

Jet-powered Ferrari could take on Tesla's 'flying' Roadster

Ferrari has received a patent for a "pulsejet" system that uses compressed air to improve the acceleration, braking and cornering performance of a sports car.

The Nissan Max-Out is the convertible of the future

Nissan February 2, 2023

The Nissan Max-Out is the convertible of the future

The Nissan Max-Out is a convertible EV concept that showcases the brand's possible design direction as it transitions toward electrification.

Ford beats GM and Tesla with driver assist technology in Consumer Reports test

Auto Safety January 25, 2023

Ford beats GM and Tesla with driver assist technology in Consumer Reports test

Ford's BlueCruise advanced driver assist system was ranked the highest of 12 tested by Consumer Reports, which included GM's Super Cruise and Tesla's Autopilot.

Hot car: Toyota built a hydrogen-powered classic

Toyota January 13, 2023

Hot car: Toyota built a hydrogen-powered classic

Toyota has converted its classic AE86 sports car to burn hydrogen instead of gasoline. It also has an electric motor that's connected to a manual transmission.

Revolutionary: Mazda brings back the rotary engine ... in an electric car?

Mazda January 13, 2023

Revolutionary: Mazda brings back the rotary engine ... in an electric car?

The Mazda MX-30 R-EV is the first plug-in hybrid to use a rotary engine as a range-extender that can provide electricity after the battery is drained.

Hyundai built a car that can drive sideways and spin

Hyundai January 12, 2023

Hyundai built a car that can drive sideways and spin

Hyundai Mobis is developing an e-Corner System that gives an electric vehicle four-wheel-steering capability with up to 90 degrees of articulation.

St. Louis Hyundai/Kia dealer invents security device for cars being stolen through TikTok challenge

Innovations January 11, 2023

St. Louis Hyundai/Kia dealer invents security device for cars being stolen through TikTok challenge

A Hyundai and Kia dealer in St. Louis has developed a Bluetooth ignition immobilizer to address a wave of car thefts targeting the brands' vehicles.

Return of the rotary: Mazda's iconic engine is coming back with a twist

Mazda January 9, 2023

Return of the rotary: Mazda's iconic engine is coming back with a twist

Mazda is bringing back the rotary engine for use as a range-extending generator in its MX-30 electric SUV, which can only go 100 miles between charges.

China's moonwalking Yangwang U8 SUV has the moves

Electric January 9, 2023

China's moonwalking Yangwang U8 SUV has the moves

The Yangwang U8 luxury electric SUV from Chinese automaker BYD has four electric motors that can be used to allow it to drive sideways in a demonstration.

New auto, tech, health innovations unveiled at Consumer Electronics Show

VIDEO January 7, 2023

New auto, tech, health innovations unveiled at Consumer Electronics Show

Consumer Technology Association's VP of Strategic Partnership & Conferences Kara Dickerson, discusses the latest innovations in auto, tech, and health showcased at the Consumer Electronics Show.