Modern cars, including EVs, have tons of safety features baked in, but sometimes the driver still has to take over when the going gets tough. That's why most new cars out there still have a button somewhere that disengages the traction control system, which can come in handy when tackling slippery roads or deep snow because it allows the wheels to spin without the electronics cutting power.
Car door handles seem innocuous. Tesla's electronic, retractable ones-since imitated by plenty of global automakers-have become a symbol of the automaker's willingness to work from design-first principles, reimagining what the car of the future might look like, electric-style. But in September, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration launched an investigation into the Tesla 2021 Model Y's door handles. More than 140 consumers have complained to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) about the door handles, according to a Bloomberg report published last month.
The off-roader LFG features a carbon fiber body construction that allows it to handle rough terrains without adding significant weight, enhancing performance in off-road situations.
Lidar lasers burn your camera, the Reddit user warned. Lidar is short for light detection and ranging, and it's become the go-to way for automakers to enable their self-driving cars to 'see' their surroundings.
