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2022 GMC Sierra pickup to feature hands-free driving system that can tow

GMC December 10, 2020

2022 GMC Sierra pickup to feature hands-free driving system that can tow

The 2022 GMC Sierra Denali will offer GM's hands-off Super Cruise driver aid as an option. The system will be capable of controlling the vehicle on the highway with a trailer attached.

GM’s autonomous Cruise cars now testing without drivers in San Francisco

Safety December 10, 2020

GM’s autonomous Cruise cars now testing without drivers in San Francisco

General Motors' Cruise division has started testing autonomous cars in San Francisco without anyone in the driver's seat. The electric vehicles will now have a human sitting in the passenger seat to monitor their operation.

Honda's clever Ropot helps kids cross the street

Honda December 7, 2020

Honda's clever Ropot helps kids cross the street

Honda is developing a wearable device that reminds kids to be careful when crossing the street and can detect approaching traffic. The Ropot attaches to a backpack shoulder strap and allows a parent to monitor a child's location.

Ford F-150 mystery: What are those invisible flashing lights in the cabin? Fox News Autos investigates

Ford November 20, 2020

Ford F-150 mystery: What are those invisible flashing lights in the cabin? Fox News Autos investigates

Some new 2021 Ford F-150s are equipped with a safety feature that will be activated next year.

Ford F-150's Max Recline seats are a new kind of pickup bed

Ford November 16, 2020

Ford F-150's Max Recline seats are a new kind of pickup bed

Ford has released new images and information regarding the unique Max Recline front seat it’s introducing in the 2021 F-150, which converts into a nearly flat surface.

Kyocera has designed a 'transparent' car

Innovations November 5, 2020

Kyocera has designed a 'transparent' car

Electronics giant Kyocera has designed an autonomous electric car that features an LCD screen on the dashboard that can provide a view of the road ahead.

Cadillac Super Cruise beats Tesla Autopilot in Consumer Reports test

Cadillac October 28, 2020

Cadillac Super Cruise beats Tesla Autopilot in Consumer Reports test

A Consumer Reports test of highway driver assistance systems found Cadillac's Super Cruise to be better than Tesla's Autopilot. The feature will be available on 22 GM models by 2023.

Electric Ford F-150 powered by gasoline? Patent shows how it’s possible

Innovations October 2, 2020

Electric Ford F-150 powered by gasoline? Patent shows how it’s possible

Range-extending gasoline generator would fit in the bed

Honda leaving Formula One to concentrate on zero-emission cars

Honda October 2, 2020

Honda leaving Formula One to concentrate on zero-emission cars

Honda will divert its Formula One investment to battery and fuel-cell electric vehicle development.

NASCAR's Hendrick, Richard Childress team up for Chevrolet engine R&D

Nascar October 1, 2020

NASCAR's Hendrick, Richard Childress team up for Chevrolet engine R&D

Powerhouse teams joining forces to develop engines for the brand.