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Virtual joystick for manual control spotted in Tesla Cybercab

Tesla has been found to have built a hidden manual control function into its steering wheel- and pedal-free Cybercab robotaxi, allowing movement via a virtual on-screen joystick. Passengers recently spotted the interface on the vehicle display, which is believed to be intended for Tesla staff or maintenance personnel to reposition vehicles at low speed. How the function can be accessed and what safeguards apply remain unconfirmed, with no further explanation from Tesla.

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Is driving a plug-in hybrid in 2026 an in-between choice

Battery electric vehicles retain strengths in efficiency and maintenance convenience, but a driver case suggests a plug-in hybrid can be a more practical choice depending on charging conditions and travel patterns. Cleantechnica on Sept. 5 introduced a family that has used both types. The writer cited EV simplicity and lower maintenance, while noting plug-in hybrids are more complex. Long-distance trips with bikes reduced EV range, prompting a switch to a 2026 Toyota RAV4 plug-in hybrid.

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GM EVs adopt NACS across 2027 lineup to use Tesla Superchargers without adapter

General Motors will install the North American Charging Standard (NACS) port as standard across its 2027-model-year electric vehicle lineup. New EVs from Chevrolet, Cadillac and GMC will be able to use compatible NACS fast chargers, including Tesla Superchargers, without an adapter. Most 2026 models will still use CCS1 and need a NACS DC adapter for Superchargers. GM is also adding an Energy Pass feature to its apps to streamline registration and payment across multiple charging networks.