What Is a Software-Defined Vehicle? Rivian’s CEO Explains

What Is a Software-Defined Vehicle? Rivian's CEO Explains

The term “software-defined vehicle” (SDV) always seemed like a bit of meaningless buzz to me. Cars have been defined by software for decades, I figured, with lots of little computers to control various electronic functions. Hell, Bendix came out with electronic fuel injection in 1956. (Admittedly, it didn’t work at the time, but the principle … Read more

Can the Sun Melt a Vehicle?

Can the Sun Melt a Vehicle?

A Michigan woman has gone viral for believing her Toyota RAV4 is ‘melting’ in the Michigan sun.  In a TikTok that’s generated over 750,000 views as of this writing, Kaitie (@kaitiemarielsg) shares how her car’s paint is bubbling and deteriorating over time. Kaitie has done a series of updates with her melting car since 2021. … Read more

America’s Most Stolen Vehicle Is a Muscle-Car Favorite

America's Most Stolen Vehicle Is a Muscle-Car Favorite

If you own a Camaro built from 2022 to 2024, we suggest keeping a close eye on it. According to new data released on Thursday by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), sixth-generation Camaros from those model years are 13 times more likely to be stolen than the average car. The high-horsepower ZL1 variant … Read more