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Showing posts with label Technology. Show all posts

August 31, 2026

Nissan, Honda To Jointly Develop ECUs, Vehicle Software


Nissan and Honda have formally entered into a joint development agreement to standardize multiple electronic control units (ECUs) that form the core of its next-generation vehicles, along with the in-vehicle operating system and key parts of the middleware and vehicle control software that run on these ECUs.

July 26, 2026

On Touchscreens And Artificial Intelligence: Nissan Remains Rooted In Japanese Craftsmanship


Kenneth Lee, Nissan’s senior design director and Kouichi Ishizuka, program design director shared their opinion on two key automotive design trends: artificial intelligence and touchscreens.

July 21, 2026

Did Shell Just Come Up With The Holy Grail Of BEVs?


Shell has unveiled its Triple 10 Challenge concept car, a proof-of-concept vehicle designed to inspire a new design philosophy for the next generation of battery electric vehicles (BEVs).

July 13, 2026

MG To Introduce Next-Generation PHEV, ADAS System By 2027


MG showed off its technology road map encompassing its electrification and self-driving technologies which are both heading to its next-generation vehicles. These developments are part of the brand’s commitment to making advanced tech more accessible, useful, and relevant for everyday drivers.

July 6, 2026

Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale Brings Back The V12 Manual But With A Twist


Bemoaning the loss of the manual transmission? Ferrari is bringing back the fun and engagement of a three-pedal Prancing Horse as part of a limited-edition series for its 12Cilindri supercar (read our first drive). But unlike a traditional manual transmission car, the Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale uses a “manual-by-wire” system—the brand’s first.

June 29, 2026

Mitsubishi Confirms That All-New 2027 Pajero Will Get The Iconic Multi-Meter Display


Mitsubishi continues its tease of the all-new Pajero ahead of its autumn 2026 (September to December) global launch.

June 24, 2026

Mazda Answers All-New 2027 CX-5 Infotainment System's Critics


The all-new, third-generation Mazda CX-5 has been controversial for one thing: the infotainment system. For the past decade or so, Mazda has been so adamant against using touchscreens for in-car functions, opting instead for a tactile rotary knob known as the Mazda Connect Commander knob.

June 9, 2026

Believe It Or Not, The GAC Aion UT Takes On Japanese Design Sensibilities


GAC Motor’s Chief Technological Officer, Masato Katsumata brought on not just his expertise, but a bit of Japanese sensibilities to the Chinese brand.

June 1, 2026

BYD Believes In Its ADAS So Much, They Will Cover Any Damage Caused By It


BYD is putting its money where its mouth is by being the first carmaker in the world to offer full damage coverage for its God’s Eye autonomous driving technology. The announcement, specifically for the Chinese market, was made at the company’s “Intelligence Strategy” launch event.

May 15, 2026

What Do You Think Of Honda's New Design Language?


Honda is rebuilding its automotive business after its sudden pull out of its pure BEV ambitions. The carmaker’s President and Global CEO Toshihiro Mibe confirmed a pivot to gasoline-electric hybrids with 15 models to be launched globally by March 31, 2030.

May 12, 2026

Mazda's Cautious Approach Towards EV Development May Have Saved Them The Headache


Mazda’s cautious approach in the battery electric vehicle (BEV) space seems to be the right call. After Honda’s shock cancellation and subsequent write down of its 0 (Zero) BEV program, the Hiroshima-based carmaker says they are simply delaying the launch of its first in-house BEV vehicle by two years to 2029.

May 2, 2026

Let's Geek Out On The 2027 Lexus ES 350h's Sixth-Generation Hybrid Powertrain


When Lexus launched the eighth-generation Lexus ES sedan roughly a year ago, they opted to launch the full electric versions, the ES 350e and ES 500e, first. At the time, they said that the familiar hybrid variant would come a bit later. Roughly a year later, the ES 350h has been officially launched in one of its first global markets: the United States.

April 20, 2026

MG Races Ahead With World's First Semi-Solid State EV Battery


MG is racing ahead of other carmakers in introducing a world’s first semi-solid state battery. Despite the rather misleading, “SolidCore Battery” name, this new battery delivers better range, faster charging capability, and improved safety whatever the temperature conditions.

April 19, 2026

What's The Difference Between GWM's Hybrid Systems? Their Chief Technology Officer Explains


In the next couple of months, GWM Philippines will be introducing its very own hybrid electric (HEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) offerings. Already previewed at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), the carmaker showed off the Haval H7 and the Tank 700—both equipped with a form of electrification alongside the full electric Ora 5.

April 14, 2026

Nissan Is Making A Body-On-Frame Hybrid SUV As Part Of Change In Product Strategy


Nissan confirms that it will launch a hybrid system for its body-on-frame SUV offerings, signaling a potential shift away from diesel to electrified offerings soon.

March 29, 2026

Chery Smart App Activated For Tiggo rEV Owners


Chery Tiggo rEV owners join the growing rank of vehicle owners with built-in advanced car telematics systems.

March 20, 2026

BYD's Hard Headedness Made Them Today's Global Plug-In Hybrid Leader


BYD is celebrating a milestone by surpassing the 7.7 million mark when it comes to the number of Plug-In Hybrid (PHEVs) produced.

March 8, 2026

Philippine-Bound Denza Z9 GT First To Get 2nd Generation Blade Battery


BYD just broke down the final barriers to truly widespread EV adoption through its second-generation Blade Battery and its self-developed Flash Charging system.

February 20, 2026

Geely Philippines Adds Android Auto, Vehicle Enhancements With Software Update For EX5 EV SUV


Geely’s all-electric compact SUV, the EX5, has finally received its first global software update this 2026.

February 17, 2026

Physical Buttons, Controls Now A Requirement For 5-Star Safety Score


Carmakers are now working to redesign car interiors after two separate safety agencies, the Euro NCAP and China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology will start to penalize touchscreen-only controls for essential driving tasks.