Technology News

Many of us wait for the monsoon to come but when the rain gods hit hard, you're mostly stuck in deep waters. It's a yearly occurrence now in cities like Mumbai, Delhi and Pune to name a few. It is at times like these that you hoped you had something which could wade through this flood and well guess what there's someone in Philippines who's thought and acted over it.

Tata Motors had partnered with Motor Development International (MDI) - a French firm - to work on this project about 7 years ago. The company's silence on the project led us to believe that the project had been shelved.

Google has come a long way, from becoming a search engine, which ensures information at your fingertips, to making technology accessible, to paving the path for new technology in the automotive world. Just when you thought they'd sit steady and say they've conquered a lot, there's news that Google is all set to enter the ride share business and to be specific, become a rival to Uber.

Blaupunkt launched its first android based double-din multimedia navigation system for the aftermarket - the Cape Town 940. The system is based on the android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean operating system and is characterized by a large 6.8" capacitive touch screen display.

Jaguar Land Rover has unveiled their new Bike Sense system which warns drivers about nearby bicycles and motorcycles. According to the company, the variety of sensors used in the car will help the system determine when a bicycle or motorcycle is approaching the car.

A new software that allows a self-driving car to determine its location using a single video camera instead of several laser scanners can shave thousands of dollars from the cost of such vehicles.

In a first step towards promotion of green vehicles, Mahindra & Mahindra today handed over four battery-powered vans to the Agra Development Authority to be used for public transport under a pilot project.

Blaupunkt India has entered a new segment with TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systems). TPMS will help provide the real time information and customizable alerts on tyre pressure and temperature conditions.