Ford Syncs With Smartphone Apps
Ford will upgrade its Sync infotainment system, it's announcing at CES today, to add WiFi capability - and the ability to run a number of smartphone apps, including Twitter and Pandora Internet radio.
View ArticleGM’s New App Turns Smartphones into Virtual Key
The automotive world is going smartphone app crazy. The latest to join the fray? General Motors will roll out smartphone apps - specialized apps geared for customers of its four remaining U.S. brands -...
View ArticleOnStar For Everyone?
OnStar will begin selling a "smart" rearview mirror that offers many of its services, including emergency services in the event of a crash, through Best Buy. That's just the start of a big push by...
View ArticleKia Displays Latest Electronic Innovations at CES
Kia continues to find ways to grow its customer base whether its with pricing, improved quality and now it’s looking toward interactive technologies to differentiate the company and its vehicles from...
View ArticleFord’s Smart Mobility Plan Changing Global Transportation
Ford's developing an autonomous vehicle, but plans to stay true to its roots at the automaker that produced the first affordable car by introducing the first self-driving car for the masses, CEO Mark...
View ArticleAutomakers Turning CES into a High-Tech Car Show This Year
You'll hear plenty about the Internet of Things, digital cameras and next-gen TVs. But this year's Consumer Electronics Show will bring major announcements from the auto industry, as well. Among those...
View ArticleFaraday Future Sketches Out Plans for Tomorrow
The future is now, or so say the folks at Faraday Future. The mysterious Chinese-owned carmaker is finally going public, pulling the wraps off an exotic battery-powered "dream car," the FF Zero1. But a...
View ArticleChevrolet Confirms Debut of Production Bolt EV
Chevrolet has confirmed one of the worst-kept secrets at the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show: the wraps are coming off the new 2017 Chevrolet Bolt in Las Vegas. To find out more, go to...
View ArticleKia Plans Extended Phase-In of Autonomous Vehicles
Kia is the latest automaker to lay out plans -- cautious plans -- for introducing autonomous vehicles to its line-up. Find out more at TheDetroitBureau.com.
View ArticleVW Introduces its New BUDD-e
If ever VW needed a product that could distance it from the diesel scandal, its new battery electric minivan concept BUDD-e shown at CES today, might be it. To find out more about the vehicle, go to...
View ArticleDriving the (Almost Production Ready) Chevrolet Bolt
TheDetroitBureau.com got an invitation to take the soon-to-debut Chevy Bolt EV out for a brief test drive. Despite being close to a the Sonic in size, it delivers plenty of room and plenty of pep....
View ArticleVolvo Making Semi-Autonomous System Standard on New S90
Volvo is poised to set an industry first. The Swedish maker plans to make its Driver Assist system standard when it launches the all-new Volvo S90 sedan later this year. Get the details at...
View ArticleAutomakers, Shows Changing to Feature Technology
Changing consumer preferences are forcing automakers and auto shows to change how they include technology. Check out the evolution at TheDetroitBureau.com.
View ArticleDetroit Auto Show Ready to Go Mobile with AutoMobili-D
Auto shows are hosting entirely separate “show within a show” style events showcasing technology. In Detroit, that space is AutoMobili-D and its upping the ante in an already heated competition for...
View ArticleContinental Unveiling Fingerprint-Based Ignition System
Continental AG is showing the combination of the keyless entry and start system with a biometric element, opening up new possibilities in vehicle personalization and authentication at CES. Get details...
View ArticleDetroit Auto Show Confirms it May Move to October
One of the world's most important auto shows is facing some serious headwinds and organizers now confirm they are seriously considering moving the North American International Auto Show from frigid...
View ArticleDetroit Auto Show Moving to June in 2020, Adding Major New Features
The Detroit Auto Show is moving to June, part of a plan to rebuild momentum for what has been one of the world's most important auto show. The new date will offer not just warm weather but new...
View ArticleNissan Boosts Range, Performance With New Leaf Plus
With the launch of the new, 226-miles Leaf Plus, Nissan hopes to regain momentum for what had been the world's best-selling battery-electric vehicle. TheDetroitBureau.com checks out the 2020 model.
View ArticleChrysler Bringing Airflow Vision Concept to CES
Named for the automaker's stunningly futuristic 1934 sedan, the 2020 Chrysler Airflow Vision Concept will debut at CES next week. Could this be a much-needed Chrysler brand SUV? And is this...
View ArticleU.S. Transpo Chief Rules Out Nationwide Autonomous Vehicle Standards
With Congress seemingly deadlocked over proposed federal autonomous vehicle guidelines , the Trump Administration has rolled out plans that call for voluntary industry efforts and offer little real...
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