Volkswagen says its most advanced driver assistance system, IQ.Drive, comes with its ID.Buzz with the Atlas, Golf and Tiguan to include most of the advanced features. The system includes features such as Travel Assist for hands-free lane changes, Emergency Assist Plus for emergency handling and Predictive Active Cruise Control. The ID.Buzz also benefits from Road Experience Management, which uses cloud-based data for mapping.

Drayton's latest Wiser 2nd Gen smart radiator thermostat offers quieter operation, rechargeable battery support, broader valve compatibility and a physical one-hour temperature boost. The thermostat integrates with the Wiser Home app for room management and scheduling, potentially saving up to 30% on energy bills.

Automakers such as Ford, Hyundai and Stellantis are introducing extended-range electric vehicles that use gasoline engines as generators to address range anxiety. The Jeep Grand Wagoneer and the Hyundai Santa Fe will be among the first such vehicles in the US, offering ranges of up to 690 miles. The success of these vehicles will depend on consumer acceptance of the new technology and could indicate the direction of future vehicle production.

Apple is leaning into "ambient AI" with features such as Siri Recap and Live Rewind that provide useful summaries and context without storing continuous audio recordings, emphasizing a more privacy-conscious approach. Apple has also introduced Apple Reference Image, a feature on the iPhone 18 Pro that creates verifiable proof that photos haven't been altered, which experts say could help advance the fight against fake content.