These predictive smart headlights automatically adjust when approaching corners
Pop-ups, DRLs, lasers—which cars had them first? Read on to find out
Tricky to say, as the first primitive motor carriages, born into a world without many paved roads, weren't exactly intended for nighttime running. At first, the motoring aristocracy used railway-spec oil lamps in glassy jars, which would stay alight in
by Ollie Kew
The feature is more attainable than ever
Last week, a shiny white Volkswagen Santana rolled into our office garage equipped with a pair of automatic headlights. The big deal? None, really-but this sedan got us thinking.There was a time when one couldn't even dream of having
by Drei Laurel
For the observant car guys and gals
American poet Mary Oliver once wrote: "Instructions for living a life. Pay attention. Be astonished. Tell about it." Wise words, for sure. Now, we're fairly certain that she wasn't talking about cars when she coined that quote, but
by Jason Tulio
Headlights, head on
If you're viewing this on a mobile device and can't see the video, please click here.Headlights, head on. Ever wonder just how bright your bulbs are? YouTuber Nick Murray produced this convenient, informative side-by-side video comparison of
by Drei Laurel
Check this out first before buying one
If you're viewing this on a mobile device and can't see the video, please click here. Let's face it: When we're buying a car, the headlights are probably the least of our concerns. And even when we do
System set to debut in September
While cars today tend to look almost identical in terms of design, some brands still manage to differentiate themselves via familiar design details. Mercedes-Benz, for instance, has its three-pointed star. BMW showcases its twin-kidney grille up front. Porsche has
But can it detect hiding traffic officers?
Headlights have definitely come a long way from the flashlight-like bulbs that were fitted on cars of decades past. Sure, these helped drivers see what lay ahead of them while driving at night, but the sad reality was that these weren'
Part of its i-ActivSense safety technology
CEATEC Japan, an annual IT and electronics trade show, was held recently at the Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan, and Mazda used the venue to showcase its next-generation adaptive LED headlight system. This supposedly makes Mazda the first Japanese carmaker to
