These Fatal Tesla Autopilot Crashes Can Tell Us a Lot About Self-Driving Tech

Self-driving technologies are the new space race with car manufacturers jostling to be the first to achieve fully autonomous vehicles. But the road to get there has been bumpy, with a track record that’s far from flawless. Autopilot helped Tesla become one of the first automakers to introduce advanced driver assistance systems, an innovative technology that’s been available in Tesla vehicles since 2015, expanding to all models by 2019.This feature is an advanced assistance system tha

BMW's third-gen fuel cell system will enter production in 2028Due to enter series production in 2028, BMW's third-generation fuel cell system will be "a milestone in automotive history", says BMW, and "the first-ever series production fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) to be offered by a global premium manufacturer".It may be the first from a premium manufacturer but other FCEV makers include partner and fuel cell development veteran Toyota, which launched the Mirai in 2014 and started

How does the new Macan 4S Electric fare against ICE-powered rivals from Audi and BMW?The ‘profit warning’ is a counterintuitive concept in the modern corporate world. Seems a bit like the idea of a well-signed, buried treasure-related trip hazard, or the threat of sudden and unexpected happiness.
But it means the opposite of all that: and, as we now know, even the most ‘bankable’ of automotive brands can be vulnerable to one. Few brands in the automotive industry hav

Chris Cervenka from Modified Muscle and I had a good conversation about the high sticker prices for new performance cars -- and what those high MSRPs do to car culture.Have you had to put off a sports-car dream because of sticker shock?When I was younger, it wasn't that unusual for folks on a middle-class salary to have a "toy" car. A Fox-body Mustang. A Camaro. A Miata. Something that got driven only a bit during good weather. Now, however, a Mustang GT with all the goodies prices out well into

In 1992 a new Eldorado debuted alongside the flagship Seville, as both models ushered in anew era of styling for Cadillac. With the promise of more technology, luxury, and refinement than ever, Eldorado was supposed to look forward. However, the past was firmly on the mind of Cadillac’s designers as they penned the Eldorado’s exterior. (Note: The light blue Eldorado is a 1991 example in base trim, and the Cotillion White car is a 1992 that’s also a base trim.)That’s not t

Waymo is recalling over 3,000 autonomous taxis, following an investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) after one of the vehicles illegally passed a stopped school bus. The incident turned out to be anything but isolated, showcasing a major defect in the company's safety programming.
In our earlier coverage, we reported that a Waymo test mule was faulted for having driven around a bus that was actively dropping off children in Atlanta, Georgia. The incident promp

Today's TTAC podcast will speak to the car enthusiasts' heart. Chris Cervenka from Modified Muscle comes on the podcast and discusses the high price of performance cars, and how that hurts car culture.Also, TTAC contributor Matthew Guy and I go over snow brushes for your car and we give our opinions about the NASCAR trial -- unfortunately, we couldn't foresee that they'd settle before we went live. Check back next week to hear Guy and I discuss the outcome of the settlement.We thank Matthew Guy

Known for its sensible, reliable cars, Toyota is a ubiquitous presence in the U.S. Despite this extreme popularity, the thing most Americans don't know is that the Japanese brand kept many of its most luxurious and fun cars for its home market. In another visit to ATOM 2025, the All Toyotas of the Midwest car show, automotive expert Jim Hall walks us through some of the most interesting JDM cars that are on display. From luxury variants of the Toyota Crown to the outrageous gull-wing Toyota Sera

Jameel Motors previews new car franchise for the UK market after establishment of Geely van brand hereJameel Motors, the UK distributor of Farizon electric vans, is already thinking of an expansion with a possible new car franchise.
The Saudi Arabian firm is currently a major distributor for Toyota, Lexus and BYD in more than 10 countries, from Japan to the UAE, as well as Geely-owned Farizon in the UK. 
According to CEO Jasmmine Wong, the introduction of Farizon into th

A senior European lawmaker says the ban is "off the table"; EU expected to officially confirm on TuesdayThe European Union has scrapped its 2035 sales ban on new combustion cars, a senior lawmaker has said.
While yet to be officially announced, Manfred Weber, president of the EPP – the European Parliament’s largest party, confirmed to German newspaper Bild that the plans were “off the table”.
In its place, he said, flexible emission reduction rules will be implemented. "F

Brand will return next summer with new iterations of two of its previous best-sellersMitsubishi has confirmed it will sell the Outlander plug-in hybrid and L200 pick-up in the UK when it returns next summer.
The two models were key parts of the brand’s line-up before it exited the UK in 2021, and it will surely be hoping to rekindle their success with new generations of each car.
The Mk2 Outlander PHEV is a longer, wider and taller proposition than the original, allowing it to offer seven

Roadster, lightweight, GT3 variants are among those planned for the new supercarGenesis will offer a full family of variants of its forthcoming mid-engined Magma GT - including a drop-top and a hardcore GT3 road car. 
Unveiled in concept form, the Porsche 911 and McLaren 720S rival will arrive later this decade as the basis of a new GT3 race car.
But while homologation rules for the class require only 250 road-legal versions to be made, Genesis creative director Luc Donckerwolke confirmed t

I live in a London flat without a garage. Naturally, I've bought a manual-gearbox, soft-top sports car…Having come to terms with the inevitable departure of my Fiat Panda 100HP, I figured it was about time to treat myself to something I'd always wanted: a proper lightweight, rear-driven sports car. 
I’ll admit first that the car I really wanted was a Toyota GT86 – its connection to the ‘AE86’ Corolla really appeals, as does the variety of aftermarket bits &nda

Are you happy that NASCAR, 23XI Motorsports, and Front Row Motorsports have settled their dispute, even though the trial had begun? I acknowledge it won't be an easy question to answer, since we don't know settlement details, so I'd frame it this way -- are you happy the parties settled before the trial went deeper? Or would you rather have had the dispute be decided at trial?You know what to do. Go ahead and sound off below.[Image: NASCAR]Become a TTAC insider. Get the latest news, fe

Today we have one of those small recalls -- fewer than 100 units -- for you. BMW is recalling 25 units of the 2026 X5, X5 Plug-In Hybrid, X6, and X7 because an incorrectly manufactured instrument panel could interfere with proper deployment of the passenger air bag. Dealers will replace the instrument panel trim at no cost. Since the affected vehicles were not sold to customers, BMW is not issuing owner letters. VINs covered by the recall became searchable on NHTSA’s website on December 4,

NASCAR has been involved in a trial over a major lawsuit brought by race teams 23XI Motorsports and Front Row Motorsports.Retired basketball superstar Michael Jordan is one of the owners of 23XI Motorsports. The two race teams brought the lawsuit because they believed NASCAR was acting like a monopolistic bully -- and because NASCAR asked teams to sign its most recent charter agreement on a Friday with deadline that would allow teams very little time to review the proposal.Current NASCAR star De

2025 Nissan Kicks SR AWD Fast FactsPowertrain2.0-liter four-cylinder (141 horsepower @ 6,000 RPM, 140lb-ft @ 4,000 RPM)Transmission/Drive WheelsContinously-variable automatic, all-wheel driveFuel Economy, MPG27 city / 34 highway / 30 combined (EPA Rating)Fuel Economy, L/100km8.4 city / 6.9 highway / 7.7 combined (NRCan Rating)Base Price$27,680 (U.S.) / $37,691 (Canada)As-Tested Price$32,485 (U.S.) / $38,566 (Canada)Disclaimer: Prices include $1,390 destination charge in the United States and $2

California is presently considering a new tax on all-electric vehicles that would charge motorists a few cents per every mile driven. The idea is being pitched as a way to make up for lost revenues as more residents now drive EVs than ever before. But the initiative is getting some pushback from the locals as government action runs behind schedule.
On Monday,KMPH Fox 26confirmed that the California Department of Transportation (or Caltrans) had nearly completed its pilot program to test the mile

Manufacturer is rethinking how components are designed, manufactured and recycled under the name Tomorrow XXMercedes-Benz has revealed details of a new engineering programme aimed at reducing the embedded carbon footprint of its future cars by rethinking how components are designed, manufactured and recycled.
Called Tomorrow XX, the initiative sets out what the German company describes as a “technical pathway to lower upstream CO2 output” – although most elements remain in earl

Chinese brand continues range expansion with big, plug-in hybrid estate to rival Skoda SuperbVolvo may be wavering, but BMW, Audi, Peugeot and a bunch of others still believe estate cars are worth doing, even if it’s only the European market that’s really interested. Now BYD is joining the fold with the Skoda Superb-sized Seal 6.As ever, BYD’s naming isn’t the most straightforward. The Seal 6 doesn’t share anything with the BYD Seal saloon that we know al

Seal family grows with a plug-in, range-extending hybrid estateVolvo may be wavering, but BMW, Audi, Peugeot and a bunch of others still believe estate cars are worth doing, even if it’s only the European market that’s really interested. Now BYD is joining the fold with the Skoda Superb-sized Seal 6 DM-i.As ever, BYD’s naming isn’t the most straightforward. The Seal 6 doesn’t share anything with the BYD Seal saloon that we know already. Whereas that

Alexander Karajlovic is appointed as vice-president for development at M as Dirk Häcker retiresWelcome to Movers and Shakers, an Autocar Business feature covering the latest job moves from across the automotive industry.
This page is updated regularly with all the biggest transfers, promotions and departures in the sector, covering everything you need to know.
Name: Alexander Karajlovic
Company: BMW M
Role: Vice-president for development
BMW XM project manager Alexander Karajlovic

Ambassador was AMC's UK success story
The story starts way back in 1911, when a London dealer introduced Brits to Hudson carsYou might be surprised to learn that such a quintessentially American car as the Rambler Rogue was ever officially offered in the UK - but in fact its maker not only sold cars here over many decades but even produced some here too.
The story starts way back in 1911, when a London dealer introduced Brits to Hudson cars. Eleven years later, the Detroit manufacturer set

Electric sports car project shows signs of life after a year of silenceCaterham will show a near-production version of its first electric car on 9 January.
The first rolling prototype of the Project V sports car will be displayed at the upcoming Tokyo Auto Salon, marking a major milestone in its development. 
The company has been largely silent about the progress of the project since October last year, when it announced it had partnered with Yamaha for the car’s electric motors.

Sector refocuses as slow UK economy and “disjointed” policy hamper demand for used electric carsLeasing and rental firms are pinning hopes on second-life leasing and salary sacrifice in 2026 in an attempt to soften the impact of weaker-than-forecast demand for used electric cars.
The concerns were raised as part of the annual Industry Outlook Report by the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA), which asked 74 brokers, leasing and rental company members about their pr

Renault 4's AMPR Small platform is expected to underpin a replacement for the Puma Gen-E
Selling the R5's underpinnings to Ford was a coup for Renault, catching much of the industry off-guardRenault’s coup in landing Ford as a customer for the small electric platform underpinning the R5 is all the more impressive given Ford’s already deep relationship with the Volkswagen Group on EVs.
Ford currently builds the Explorer and Capri electric compact SUVs on the VW MEB electric platform a

Renault 4's Ampr Small platform is expected to underpin a replacement for the Puma Gen-E
Selling the 5's underpinnings to Ford was a coup for Renault, catching much of the industry off-guardRenault’s coup in landing Ford as a customer for the small EV platform underpinning the 5 is all the more impressive given Ford’s already deep relationship with the Volkswagen Group on EVs.
Ford currently builds the Explorer and Capri electric compact SUVs on the German company's MEB EV platform a

Brands love to shout about British production, but I'm not sure a Union Jack helps to shift metalHow much do we care where our cars come from? Not specifically you and me, I mean; you're reading a British car website, and there's a strong chance you're invested, at least emotionally, if not professionally, in the car business.
But what of 'the man on the Clapham omnibus', the legal profession's hypothetical ordinary, reasonable person on the street, someone uninvested, just going about their bus

It's the perfect time of year to treat yourself...or a loved one...to a used carFor the car enthusiast, Christmas is a time of giving to oneself. And what better gift than a quality used car?
To kick off, we've suggested five dream motors with which to indulge yourself, but so friends and family can't accuse you of unseasonal selfishness, we've selected a further 20 cars, arranged across four categories, that should cast you in a more charitable light.
Best dream cars
What the heart wants for Ch

I spent a few days last month with Nissan learning about its production operations in America.It's been an issue with President Trump's tariffs, but it was already a topic before Trump returned to the White House this year. American-made, when it comes to cars, is a complex conversation.So, I ask of you -- what does that phrase mean to you when it comes to automotive production?You know the drill -- go ahead and sound off below.[Image: Berry Medley/Shutterstock.com]Become a TTAC insider. Ge