European car industry executives believe automakers need clear guidelines for safeguarding driver information and privacy to make self-driving cars a success.

The motoring manufacturer is trialling technology in connected cars that see them slow down and speed up at appropriate times, to avoid stopping altogether.

Competitors drive neck-to-neck to acquire patents necessary for connected and autonomous cars.

The motoring company tests technology in Germany that will see drivers being alerted to accidents ahead so they can make way for emergency responders.

Semi-autonomous features are already available in high-end vehicles on the road and Ford plans to bring these features to cheaper cars.

The motoring company releases its latest compact SUV in SA, the EcoSport, with the two higher range models featuring the SYNC 3 infotainment system.

The motoring manufacturer tests an on-demand delivery system in Miami to research how people and businesses interact with self-driving tech.

The motoring company tests new tech that gathers information from car sensors to show drivers a map of available parking spaces.

The motoring company develops technology to help visually impaired passengers 'see' the landscape through haptic feedback on a car window.

The motoring companies have begun separate tests for a fleet of self-driving cars that will deliver consumer goods and larger cargo.

The motor manufacturer will integrate the community-based traffic and navigation app Waze into its SYNC 3 system in cars globally by April.

Ford's plan to double its electrified vehicle spending is part of an investment tsunami in batteries and electric cars by global automakers.