Car Technology

Car Technology

Going beyond ‘vegan-friendly’ car materials

There is a sense that, having initially rushed to embrace vegan interior materials, some manufacturers now appear to be adjusting that approach to focus on animal welfare rather than the full vegan philosophy.

Porsche’s making changes to be CO2-neutral by 2030

Porsche is close to a radical reinvention as it prepares to electrify its entire lineup. Here’s how it’s leading the charge to net zero.

ZF’s heated seatbelts can increase EV range

ZF says heated seat belts will help drivers and passengers reduce energy consumption used to heat an electric vehicle.

What new car tech to expect from CES 2023

Major car makers and OEMs will showcase the latest innovations at the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show. Here's what's going on show this year.

Driving the Sono Sion solar powered EV

Sono is using solar power to help charge the firm’s first EV, the Sion. We take a drive and look at its plans to develop the technology.

Nissan e-Power and the evolution of hybrid technology

New ideas can be squeezed out of electrified drivetrains as hybrid technology develops.