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Cutting the cord on Apple CarPlay is a small gadget away. Does it actually work?

Apple and Google’s smartphone mirroring tech have transformed the automotive industry. But, they weren’t the first. Let’s take a look at the rise and fall of its spiritual predecessor, MirrorLink.

Cameras, sensors, microphones. Cars are now connected technology hubs, but equally, they’re becoming a goldmine for data collection and surveillance.

Volvo and Waymo are teaming up to create a new electric taxi platform with Level 4 self-driving capability.

Taking your smart home voice assistant in your car is now possible with the Echo Auto. Alexa, tell me more about how to get it set up...

An Oxford-based autonomous vehicle software company has developed new tech that uses “deepfaking” to expose self-driving cars to virtual situations.

Apple's new phone-based unlocking is set to arrive in Australia late this year – making it easier to loan your car to family or friends, and allowing owners to leave their keys at home.

Sick of doing the keys, phone, wallet check on the way out the door? Apple wants to help remove your car keys from that equation, with the launch of its new CarKey tech.

Volkswagen will build its own open-source operating system, in an attempt to take charge of 60 per cent of the software in its vehicles by 2025.

BMW and Mercedes-Benz have cancelled plans to jointly develop a self-driving car technology platform, but will still work together on other projects.

Want to wear and listen to your liberating wireless earbuds while driving? It's legal, but with conditions.

Tesla will finally enable side cameras for easier parking and changing lanes. Though, it still isn't a bona-fide 360 degree view.

Mercedes-AMG will offer Formula 1 technology in its next-generation performance cars, revealing a new 48V 'e-Turbo' designed to eliminate turbo lag.

Stalwart USB-A gone, USB-C in. New cars are now trending towards using pill-shaped USB Type-C ports, but why?

Monitoring the road ahead is our job, but proving what we saw requires the help of a dashcam. We put three portable options to the test.

With more vehicles featuring wireless charging pads, what exactly is it and do you need it in your next car?