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Cars or Computers? The Latest Technology on the Road

One of the best examples of the latest technological advances is all the new tech coming out of the automotive industry. When compared to the first models on the road, modern-day cars resemble computers more than automobiles. Nowadays, a car's technology is as important, if not more, than its engineering. Every year, more aspects of driving become automated in hopes of reducing the dangers of driving and the possibility of an accident. These electronic improvements are also about the car's security, connectivity, and its ability to communicate with the world. While most of the technological improvements are seen as "safety…

Cybersecurity for Connected Cars and Tips to Prevent Being Hacked

Automotive, Tech

Having a high-tech vehicle that can do almost anything may seem like a dream come true, but what about the safety and security of owning a smart car that has access to all your personal information? Since cars are basically computers on wheels, they share the same potential threat of being hacked as our laptops or phones do. However, this time, everything is connected, so hacking one possibly means hacking all. What once seemed like something we only see in movies has become a reality for many "connected" car owners. There were over 150 reported cases of cyber carjacking in…

Car Accident on Autopilot? Who is at Fault: You or the AI Operating the Car?

Automotive, Legal, Tech

While many hail any and all technological improvements without question, we are seeing a rise in consumer doubts when it comes to the auto industry. Most manufacturers have the same claims when it comes to their highly evolved superior autopilot functions: self-parking, lane departure warning, blind-spot alert, adaptive cruise control, and automatic emergency braking. The Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) and Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) all boast about being able to avoid accidents and evening activating the breaks with more pressure than the driver to evade a potential collision. Consumers are willing to shell out the big bucks for these…

The Cleanest/Greenest Economy Cars on the Market

Automotive, Tech

There once was a time where it seemed impossible to afford a car that was both environmentally friendly and fuel-efficient, especially for the average consumer. Luckily, as technology has advanced so has the automotive industry finally putting hybrid and electric cars in reach. Here we will review some of the best eco-economy cars on the market today as well as some of the best fuel-efficient gasoline-powered cars since they still (mostly) dominate the under-$30,000 category. Toyota Prius Let's start with the obvious ones, like the Toyota Prius. The 2021 model, the Toyota Prius Prime, ranges between $29,000-$34,000 depending on what…