Car Tech

What do you do when the engine management light comes on, and how do you safely turn it off?

Find a parking space easily and quickly thanks to these car parking apps

The UK’s electric car charging infrastructure has changed substantially in the past 12 months but can it make an EV suit your lifestyle?

Need to change a tyre on the drive or by the side of the road? Our online guide is here to help you get safely back on the road...

Following a criticism by a German court that Tesla’s driver assistance systems are marketed incorrectly, UK safety experts express similar concerns

Cutting-edge deepfake tech sees computer software simulate infinite number of different road environments to aid autonomous car development

What is Google's Android Auto and how does it enhance infotainment and sat-nav for UK drivers?

A direct shift gearbox, also known as a dual-clutch gearbox, offers an alternative to a conventional automatic

With growing numbers of cars being stolen via keyless theft, we look at the steps you can take to keep your car safe

Petrol vs diesel: which is better? Our guide helps you choose the right fuel for your new car

Steering wheels that change shape are most effective in autonomous driving and emergency situations. BMW has plans to develop the technology.

Aftermarket gadgets and gizmos can pay-off and save you money in the long run – we look at the best car tech products to buy

Latest safety tech eCall contacts the emergency services automatically if your car is involved in an accident

Hybrids are everywhere but with mild hybrids, full hybrids and plug-in hybrids all available, understanding the technology can be hard.

Euro6 emissions regulations and SCR tech mean AdBlue usage is increasing rapidly – but what is AdBlue?

We give you the lowdown on Audi's hi-tech dashboard display screen, the Virtual Cockpit

ABS is a vital part of any new car's safety equipment, and is an effective boost for braking. Here's everything you need to know...

They do exactly as described, but fog lights seem to cause confusion with some drivers. Here’s all the key info on fog light use…

Choosing to get live traffic updates on your Volkswagen is a must, as the system will always take you on the fastest route

Is telematics tech a solution for safer, cheaper driving? We speak to young drivers with first-hand experience of black box car insurance

A guide to the system that keeps your car warm in the winter and cool in the summer

BMW's iDrive in-car control and infotainment system explained: what it does and how to use it

We give you an overview of Porsche’s PASM electronic active damping system – and a verdict on whether you should spec it on your car

Autonomous cars are on the way. Here’s all the information you need to know about the future of driving without a driver

The new Porsche Macan promises to be the best-driving premium SUV, but how does it fare against the Jaguar F-Pace?

The use of solar panels will improve efficiency on Kia and Hyundai's combustion, hybrid and EV ranges from 2020

Update 9.0 adds classic computer games 'Easter Egg' plus several mobile app and usability improvements

New mild-hybrid 40 TDI diesel marks the first time the Audi A7 has used a four-cylinder engine

The SEAT Arona is the first car in its class to feature a digital display, with the Ibiza supermini also getting the tech

This guide explains exactly what Tesla Autopilot is and how it works, plus an inside look as to what the system sees on the road

New mild hybrid system aims to boost power and reduce emissions of diesel units when it joins the range later in 2018

Conventional petrol and diesel engines to be axed by 2025 as DS goes exclusively hybrid and electric

Pre-crash or collision avoidance systems are becoming ever more common on new cars, our guide to AEB explains the benefits

The ultimate A to Z guide to the latest car technology, helping car buyers bust through the jargon and understand the benefits