In a first for the industry, Audi vehicles in the US are set to communicate with nearby traffic signals which could lead to more efficient driving. The technology is known as V-to-I, or vehicle-to-infrastructure communication, and is the automotive industry’s first foray into this area of connected technologies between a […]
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Infiniti reveals world-first variable compression engine
Many have tried but never cracked it; the mass-market variable compression ratio engine. Nissan’s luxury arm Infiniti will be the first carmaker to introduce this technology. The engine, called VC-T, is a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine. What sets it apart is a Harmonic Drive unit attached to the crankshaft which […]
Apple Car to feature unique Korean-made hollow batteries
The latest from the Apple car rumour mill suggests that it has teamed up with a Korean company to develop a revolutionary new battery for the upcoming car. A Korean news source has claimed the new batteries will be developed in conjunction with an expert battery company of 20-25 staff. […]
Google Maps could soon help you find car parking spaces
Google Maps might be planning to release a new feature on its smartphone app that could advise you on the availability of car parks that are nearby. Google recently released a Beta version of its Google Maps app, known as v9.34. The Beta version has several new, convenient-oriented features like […]
Audi develops ‘eROT’ suspension that harnesses energy
Audi has unveiled a revolutionary new shock absorber prototype that not only increases comfort, but also saves fuel. The design has been nicknamed “eROT” by Audi engineers, which throws out the traditional hydraulic damper system in favour of a high-tech electromechanical rotary damper system. While we love cars here at […]
BMW to expand use of 3D-printed components
BMW has revealed that it intends to construct even more parts for its vehicles using 3D printers, expanding its manufacturing capabilities. BMW has printed vehicle components using a 3D printing process in one way or another for 25 years now, and expects its new Planar 3D technology will make production […]
Japanese legislature approves mirrorless cars
For aerodynamicists and engineers alike, the vehicular wing-mirror is an utter nuisance, spoiling the drag of an otherwise sleek masterpiece. Well it looks like the days of the big awkward side mirror could be numbered, as the Japanese Road and Transport Bureau has now approved mirrorless production cars. Cameras in […]
LiquidPiston creates revolutionary ultra-compact rotary engine
LiquidPiston, a start-up company based in the US state of Connecticut, has installed a 70cc prototype X mini engine into a go-kart. The revolutionary new engine, which weighs just 18kg and puts out 5kW, offers a power density of 3.3kW/kg. In addition, it is 30 per cent smaller than a […]