BMW realises that some people aren’t very conscientious when it comes to look in their wing mirrors. Luckily, it’s developed a vehicle warning system designed to curb collisions caused by drivers turning without checking properly and, like all the best future tech, it uses lasers…







The Mini Scooter E concept might not be real just yet, but we’re hoping BMW’s boffins bring it to light sooner rather than later. This electric two-wheeler plugs into the mains to recharge, and uses a smartphone as its ignition key, satnav and even recognises other Mini Scooter E bikes on the road.

The gadget news has been flowing through thick and fast this morning, so see what you’ve missed while you’ve been in that meeting with a quick catch up right here. Read on for all the headlines in the lunchtime lowdown.