Apple plans to launch its long-awaited Apple Car in 2026, according to new rumours
The first model will not feature self-driving capabilities, and is said to cost less that £100,000
Future of cars
BMW has started its production of the hydrogen-powered iX5 concept SUV
The German prestige car giant has begun production of the iX5 Hydrogen Concept Car, first shown in 2019.
Car manufacturers want to charge subscription fees for features such as heated seats
Customers may have to pay a subscription fee for features already built into the car
Surveillance Black boxes to be mandatory in all new vehicles sold in Europe
All cars to be fitted with Intelligent Speed Assist (ISA) systems by July 2024
Update to Apple CarPlay will take over the dashboard
The new features are set to be released in late 2023
Updates to the Highway Code would allow motorists with self-driving cars to check emails and watch TV
The UK Department for Transport has stated that insurers will be liable for claims made by owners of self-driving vehicles, rather than the owners themselves.
