Vivek Shah
Climate control: how does it work?
Setting a desired temperature in your car is nothing new. But how do cars keep to this temperature and what are some recent innovations in this space?
5 Years Ago
William Stopford
25 years of failures: The car brands that didn’t succeed in Australia, Part I
The Australian market may be brimming with promising new brands, but a look back reveals plenty that tried and failed too.
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Vivek Shah
The use of OLED technology in cars
OLED is the hot new display technology, being used in everything from phones to TVs. But how can it be used in cars?
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Vivek Shah
Modified engine (and motor) sounds
Some may call them artificial or unnecessary, but enhanced engine and electric motor sounds are here to stay.
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Vivek Shah
Brakes: Where stopping is going
Brakes are one of the most fundamental mechanical aspects of a car. What types are currently offered, and what innovations have we seen?
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Vivek Shah
Head-up displays: What are they?
Head-up displays have gone from Top Gun to the Toyota Camry, and are part of a long line of aviation technology that’s been adapted for everyday use on the road.
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Vivek Shah
Digital instrument clusters: Why have them?
Digital instrument clusters have enjoyed a resurgence in popularity, and now offer previously unseen levels of customisation.
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Vivek Shah
Interior controls: To push or to touch?
Cars are becoming increasingly digital, and modern interior design has evolved to reflect our touch-centric computing world. But what are the benefits?
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Vivek Shah
Proximity keys and other unlocking innovations
The process of getting in and starting your car might seem to be a fairly simple one. But even this area has seen some significant innovations recently.
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Jack Quick
What happened to the affordable convertible?
In 2007 there were so many strange, different and affordable convertibles you could buy. What happened to the affordable convertible?
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Vivek Shah
Controlling your car? There's an app for that
Once the realm of spy thrillers and science fiction, using your smartphone to control your car is now a reality. Which apps are available and what can they do?
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Vivek Shah
Driver-assist cameras: A closer look
Most new cars have a reversing camera, and more are coming with surround-view systems or digital rear-view mirrors. How can these help?
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Vivek Shah
Digital door mirrors: From concept to reality
Once the realm of concepts, cars that substitute their side mirrors for cameras are here. How do they work?
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Vivek Shah
Leather, and why not all animals are equal
Leather remains the material of choice for premium car interiors – but not all leather is created the same.
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Vivek Shah
Electric cars: What is regenerative braking?
Regenerative braking is a simple concept, but not all systems are created equal. Here's what to look out for.
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Vivek Shah
Leather-free interiors: What are my options?
If you want a new car but don't want leather trim, there's an increasing number of options available on the market.
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