automotive technology

Nissan shows off technologies at CES Asia 2019

THE CES Asia 2019, held in Shanghai on June 11-13, allowed Nissan Motor a venue in which to present its “vision for the future of mobility.” The carmaker at the event demonstrated technologies that access brain waves,…

Elon Musk firm pitched to build transit system in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS — Entrepreneur Elon Musk’s dream of an express tunnel transit system could finally become a reality in Las Vegas after major setbacks in other cities. Las Vegas’ tourism agency announced Wednesday it is recommending that…

Spotify’s long-awaited in-car system could come out this year

According to the Financial Times, Spotify is planning to release in-car music player later this year for about $100 (almost P5,300). Early last year, rumors started spreading that Spotify could be developing an in-car music device complete…

Toyota, Softbank unveil tie-up, eye autonomous vehicle services

Japanese car giant Toyota and conglomerate Softbank on Thursday announced they would create a joint venture to provide “new mobility services” including autonomous vehicles for services such as meal deliveries. The new company will be called “Monet”…

Chinese SUV comes with anime girl holographic assistant

A recently launched Chinese SUV featured a host of new technologies including an anime-style holographic personal assistant to help navigate for the driver. The SUV is the Bestune T77 from Chinese car maker First Automobile Works. The…

Car tech that can help you survive the rainy season

Heavy rain is a motorist's enemy, leading to poor visiblity and treacherous road conditions.…