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Mercedes-Benz's next-generation car OS is built around paid software bundles
When MB.OS arrives by mid-decade, Mercedes-Benz plans to offer bundles that allow drivers to add new features to their cars.
What it's like to drive a Lucid Air after its first major update
ucid did an exquisite job with the Air, its first ever car. But like all automakers, the company found that developing good software is tougher than it looks. While the Air's driving dynamics are top-notch and the design has been praised, there have been reports of laggy elements plaguing the infotainment system. With Lucid UX 2.0, the automaker is hoping to squelch those issues with nearly a complete rewrite of the vehicle’s software.
Android Auto is getting a major UI update
At I/O 2022, Google announced that a refreshed UI with better support for larger displays and split screen view is coming to Android Auto
GM is shutting down its in-car shopping app
Although Marketplace was in millions of vehicles, it didn't take off as the automaker hoped.
Tesla is selling a microphone for in-car karaoke, but only in China
The TeslaMic arrives alongside a new karaoke platform for the infotainment system.
BMW will use Amazon's Fire TV to power an 8K backseat 'Theatre Screen'
BMW has unveiled a sprawling 8K 'Theatre Screen' for rear passengers based on Fire TV.
Volvo is bringing YouTube and Google Home integration to its vehicles
You won't be able to stream videos on the display while the car's moving.
Amazon Fire TV is coming to Ford SUVs in 2022
Amazon's Fire TV interface is coming to more cars in 2022, including Ford models.
Volvo says Qualcomm's car chipsets will make its infotainment system twice as fast
Polestar 3 and Volvo's upcoming electric EV will both use the next-gen system.
Tesla under investigation for 'Passenger Play' gaming feature
The NHTSA is looking into how games being played on the infotainment system while the car's moving may distract drivers.
Tesla’s in-dash video games can be played even while driving (updated)
More than 3,100 people died in crashes involving distracted drivers in the US in 2019.
Spotify opens its Car Thing waitlist to all US users
You'll need a Spotify Premium subscription to actually use the music and podcast player though.
Tesla update adds Disney+ streaming and a Car Wash mode
Tesla's 2021.24 software update includes Disney+ and a new Car Wash Mode.
Tesla's revamped Model S and X will feature RDNA 2 GPUs, AMD confirms
Tesla's refreshed Model S and X will run AMD's RDNA 2 graphics.
Google is simplifying how developers build Android for Cars apps
There’s a simpler way to make apps work on both Android Auto and Android Automotive.
Spotify's voice-controlled 'Car Thing' is available for some subscribers
Spotify admitted its voice-controlled in-car streaming player existed in 2019. Now you might have a chance to actually use it.
Mercedes-Benz's EQS interior is a blend of luxury and high-tech
While we wait for Mercedes-Benz to unveil its 2022 EQS luxury EV sedan on April 15th, the automaker has given us the first detailed look at the interior.
Jeep's Wagoneer lineup is loaded with technology and touchscreens
Jeep's Wagoneer is back and big in every sense of the word, including the amount of technology found inside.
NHTSA wants Tesla to recall 158,000 Tegra 3-equipped vehicles
NHTSA is pushing Tesla for a full recall to deal with a memory chip that can wear out and cause touchscreens in Model S and Model X EVs to go blank.
Cadillac offers a glimpse at the Lyriq EV's 33-inch display
The 33-inch wraparound display that GM is building will first be integrated into Cadillac’s upcoming Lyriq EV, which we first saw last August. The UI experience will reportedly be personalizable with themes designed to match the driver’s mood and personality.
