All articles tagged with #vehicle features
iOS 26 introduces a new Smart Display Zoom setting for CarPlay, allowing users to resize the interface to better fit their vehicle's dashboard, along with other features like Liquid Glass design and enhanced messaging. The update is in developer beta, with a public beta next month and full release expected in September for iPhone 11 and newer.
A woman went viral after struggling to fill her new Honda with gas, unaware that it had a capless fuel system, which is designed to be intuitive but can confuse new users. The system eliminates the need for a traditional gas cap, making fueling easier and cleaner, but requires users to read instructions or labels. The incident highlights the importance of reading owner’s manuals and understanding new vehicle features.
Ford is discontinuing the driver-assist parallel parking feature in its vehicles, citing minimal usage and a $10 million annual savings. The decision is based on data from connected vehicles and feedback from dealers, who believe customers won't miss the feature. Analysts support the move, noting that self-parking features can be cumbersome and not widely utilized. In addition to cutting the parking assist, Ford has found further savings by replacing a vehicle part for improved fuel economy. CEO Jim Farley emphasized the commitment to making cuts without disrupting the customer experience.