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Buzz AD autonomous vehicle”> The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is an all-electric minivan that has been highly anticipated since it was first unveiled as a concept car in 2017. The vehicle is based on the iconic VW Microbus and features a retro design with modern technology. The autonomous version of the ID. Buzz is equipped with sensors, cameras, and other hardware necessary for self-driving capabilities. With over 100 robotaxis hitting the streets for testing, Volkswagen is making significant progress in the development of autonomous vehicles. The safety operators onboard the vehicles will monitor the system and intervene if necessary during the…

The highly anticipated SpaceX IPO is nearing its final stages, with recent developments indicating that Elon Musk is gearing up to take his rocket company public. Bloomberg Senior ETF Analyst Eric Balchunas has suggested that Musk will likely use the ticker $SPCX for the SpaceX listing. In order to secure the four-letter symbol, Musk reportedly had to acquire it from Matt Tuttle of Tuttle Capital Management, who previously used it for his SPAC and New Issue ETF. This move mirrors how Mark Zuckerberg famously obtained the $META ticker from a small ETF issuer when Facebook rebranded. The SpaceX IPO is…

Walmart, the retail giant known for its wide range of products and services, has recently made a significant expansion to its electric vehicle (EV) fast charging network in the United States. In just two months, Walmart has increased the number of DC fast charging stations at its stores by an impressive 50%, now boasting over 200 ports across the country. According to the Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels Data Center and EVChargingStations.com, Walmart currently has 31 DC fast charging stations with a total of 224 high-powered connectors. The company has exclusively installed 400-kilowatt chargers from Alpitronic or ABB, equipped with…

SpaceX is gearing up for its 12th integrated flight test, which will mark the maiden voyage of the Starship V3 vehicle and its upgraded Super Heavy booster. Elon Musk confirmed the upcoming mission, which is set to take place in early to mid May 2026. This mission is a significant milestone for the program, as it introduces a completely redesigned architecture aimed at achieving massive orbital efficiency. The V3 iteration is a substantial evolution from the Block 2 vehicles seen previously. Engineers at Starbase have been working on increasing power and reducing complexity to make the system fully reusable. The…

After more than a year of scrutiny from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a probe into Tesla’s Actually Smart Summon (ASS) feature has finally been closed, marking a regulatory victory for the electric vehicle manufacturer. The investigation, which was initiated last January, focused on approximately 2.59 million Tesla vehicles equipped with the ASS feature across the Model S, Model X, Model 3, and Model Y lineups. This innovative feature allows owners to remotely move their parked Tesla using a smartphone app, directing the vehicle short distances in parking lots or private property while the driver supervises from the…

The Geely group’s Lynk & Co 10+ is making waves in the electric car industry with its ultra-fast charging capabilities. Charging at over 1.1 megawatts, this electric sedan can go from 10-97% in under 9 minutes, outpacing its competitors like BYD. China’s charging arms race is heating up, with automakers striving to deliver charging speeds that rival filling up a gas tank. BYD was the first to introduce a production electric car with over 1 megawatt charging capabilities, but now Geely’s Lynk & Co is taking it a step further. The secret behind the Lynk & Co 10+’s fast charging…

After six months of owning my Diamond Black Tesla Model Y Premium Long Range, I can confidently say that my experience with true electric vehicle ownership has been nothing short of amazing. Transitioning from a gas vehicle to a Tesla was a decision I never thought I would make so soon, but it has been a game-changer in many aspects. The driving experience of the Model Y is truly exceptional. While Tesla promotes Full Self-Driving capabilities, I find myself wanting to drive the car manually more often because of the sheer joy it brings. The suspension, cornering ability, quick acceleration,…

Tesla has recently launched the Full Self-Driving (Supervised) v14.3 update with software version 2026.2.9.6, marking a significant milestone in the company’s pursuit of autonomous driving technology. This update is considered a crucial step towards achieving Tesla’s autonomy goals, thanks to a complete overhaul of its AI architecture. One of the key advancements in this update is the rebuilding of the AI compiler and runtime using MLIR, resulting in a 20% faster reaction time. This enhanced speed is essential for real-world safety, allowing Tesla vehicles to process complex environments and respond to potential hazards more quickly than human drivers. Additionally, a…

BMW has announced that Rimac Technology will be supplying the battery packs for the next-generation i7, marking a significant step forward in the German automaker’s commitment to electric mobility. The partnership between BMW and Rimac is expected to deliver improvements in range, energy density, and charging performance for the flagship sedan. The next-generation i7 will receive the full Neue Klasse treatment, featuring BMW’s latest battery and powertrain technology. This will include the use of Rimac’s Gen5 module-based technology and Gen6 4675 cylindrical lithium-ion cells. According to Rimac’s founder and president, Mate Rimac, the collaboration has resulted in a high-voltage battery…

Tesla’s Vision-Based Occupancy Network: A Deep Dive into FSD Technology Tesla has unveiled a groundbreaking patent that sheds light on its innovative vision-based occupancy network. Titled “Artificial Intelligence Modeling Techniques For Vision-based Occupancy Determination,” this patent, officially published on March 12, 2026, provides a comprehensive look into how Tesla harnesses artificial intelligence to interpret the physical world without the need for radar or LiDAR technology. At the core of Tesla’s occupancy network lies the concept of voxels, three-dimensional pixels that represent specific points within a volumetric grid surrounding the vehicle. By processing image data from the vehicle’s eight exterior cameras,…