Automobiles

OMODA introduces a Super AI Cockpit powered by ByteDance’s Seed LLM, targeting young drivers in Southeast Asia. Details on models and launch dates remain undisclosed.

• Geek Salad Team
• July 30, 2026

ByteDance is conducting early research into autonomous driving through its Seed team, focusing on physical AI, but has not confirmed plans for a commercial vehicle business.

• Geek Salad Team
• July 23, 2026

New phone-based app offers a cost-effective way for older car drivers to detect drowsiness and prevent highway crashes, with testing underway.

• Thorsten Meyer
• July 21, 2026

Recent data shows a sharp increase in international media mentions of Gran Turismo, indicating rising global interest in the franchise.

• Geek Salad Team
• July 15, 2026

Volkswagen has implemented a new client assertion requirement, blocking Home Assistant integrations from accessing VW Connect services, raising concerns among users.

• Geek Salad Team
• May 29, 2026

Modern vehicles gather detailed personal data, raising privacy concerns. This report explains what is confirmed, what remains uncertain, and why it matters.

• Geek Salad Team
• May 29, 2026

Lucid Motors is testing a new compact electric vehicle, potentially called the Cosmos, signaling plans for a smaller, more affordable model.

• Geek Salad Team
• May 25, 2026

Waymo has paused freeway autonomous vehicle operations across all US markets due to safety issues related to construction zones and flooded roads, impacting service and scaling efforts.

• Geek Salad Team
• May 22, 2026

Stellantis announces a €60 billion ($69.7B) five-year strategy aiming for positive cash flow by 2027, with significant investments and new vehicle launches.

• Geek Salad Team
• May 22, 2026