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This Talking Datsun Hid a Tiny Six-Track Record Player Beneath the Dashboard

A new car speaking to its driver no longer feels remarkable. Navigation systems issue directions, safety assistants complain about lane markings and voice controls wait patiently for somebody to remem

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Your EV Has Finished Charging, but the Plug Won’t Let Go. Look in the Trunk

The charging session is complete. The battery has enough range, the dashboard looks satisfied and everyone is ready to leave. The plug, unfortunately, has made other plans. Pressing its rele

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Your Ignition Key Feels Trapped, but the Car May Only Need One Gentle Movement

The key slides into the ignition normally, but refuses to turn. The steering wheel feels almost solid. Trying harder only makes the key flex in a way no piece of metal that small should ever flex.

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That Tiny Slot Beside Your Shifter Has a Job Most Drivers Never Discover

A dead battery is annoying in any parking space. It becomes considerably more awkward when the car is nose-first inside a garage and the tow truck needs it in Neutral. The brake pedal feels normal.

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New Jeep Door Handles Still Work Even When The Battery Dies

Electronic door latches were meant to simplify things, with a cleaner design and fewer visible parts. Now they introduce a new concern, which is what happens when the power is gone. Jeep looked at

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Self-Driving Cars May Succeed on Tech but Fail in Politics

Battery-electric cars became a political mess well before Elon Musk turned public opinion against his cars by leading the "government efficiency" campaign that sent about 300,000 federal emp

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What Is Brake-by-Wire? A Safe, Smart Shift in Braking Tech

Brake-by-wire systems are showing up in more vehicles these days, and there's no reason for concern. YouTuber Jason Fenske broke down some years ago how these systems function in his "En

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Navigating the Mileage Maze: Smart Guide to Buying Used Cars

Good news! Cars these days are built to last way longer than their old-school cousins. That means more awesome choices when you're hunting for a pre-owned ride.  But even with fancy new parts

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Securing Your Smart Car: Defending Against Digital Dangers

This whole cybersecurity thing is getting really scary, right? I mean, first it's your laptop, then your phone, and now your CAR? Ugh. But yeah, all that fancy tech in new cars has a downside &

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