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fromFuturism
22 hours ago

Dozens of Robotaxis In China Stop Dead in the Middle of Roads and Highways, Causing Crashes

A system failure left over a hundred Baidu robotaxis stranded in Wuhan, causing traffic chaos and multiple crashes.
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Delivery Robot Companies in Trouble as Bot Become Targets for Vandalism

Out of the company's first 80,000 deliveries the bots finished on campus, about 1,600 involved incidents of vandalism. At a cost of $2,500 per Kiwibot, the damage adds up quick.
London startup
Healthcare
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Insurance Companies Already Deploying AI Systems to Deny Claims Faster Than Ever Before

AI automation in insurance claims may lead to increased denials of necessary medical care, raising concerns among patients and advocates.
#tesla
Toronto startup
fromTechCrunch
22 hours ago

The final days of the Tesla Model X and S are here. All bets are on the Cybercab. | TechCrunch

Tesla ends production of Model S and Model X due to declining sales, focusing on new projects like the Optimus robot and Cybercab.
Cars
fromTESLARATI
1 month ago

Tesla Cybertruck owner credits FSD for saving life after freeway medical emergency

A Tesla Cybertruck with FSD Supervised detected driver unconsciousness, slowed, activated hazards, and pulled safely to the shoulder during a medical emergency.
Cars
fromTESLARATI
2 months ago

Tesla Model Y's new feature lands driver in hot water from police officer

A police officer warned a Tesla Model Y driver to "get it fixed" despite the new full-width rear light bar functioning and meeting regulatory brightness.
Toronto startup
fromTechCrunch
22 hours ago

The final days of the Tesla Model X and S are here. All bets are on the Cybercab. | TechCrunch

Tesla ends production of Model S and Model X due to declining sales, focusing on new projects like the Optimus robot and Cybercab.
Toronto startup
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Tesla's robotaxis are reportedly remotely driven by humans, sometimes

Tesla allows remote operators to directly control its robotaxis in emergencies, a practice not commonly used by competitors.
Cars
fromTESLARATI
5 days ago

Tesla FSD mocks BMW human driver: Saves pedestrian from near miss

Tesla's Full Self-Driving software anticipates pedestrian intent better than human drivers, demonstrating superior safety and reaction times.
Law
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Penalties stack up as AI spreads through the legal system

Lawyers face increasing sanctions for using AI-generated errors in legal briefs, with over 1,200 cases reported, including significant fines for fictitious citations.
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

North America drives video telematics market to 22 million units by 2030 | Computer Weekly

The integration of cameras to enable various video-based services in commercial vehicle environments has become one of the strongest trends over recent years, in a fleet video telematics sector that is set to grow by 16% globally to 2020.
European startups
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Mobileye Is the "Dominant" Global ADAS Supplier - Berenberg Just Initiated a Buy Rating

Mobileye Global Inc. is rated Buy with a $9.30 target, highlighting its leadership in camera-based advanced driver assistance systems.
#baidu
E-Commerce
fromZDNET
3 days ago

These car gadgets are worth every penny

Spring and summer are ideal for purchasing car gadgets to enhance road trips.
fromMail Online
3 days ago

Scientists work out why the car you just overtook seems to reappear

Dr. Conor Boland explained that red-light timing can erase small speed advantages, allowing a slower car to catch up again and again. He noted, 'You pass a car, and then a few minutes later, it ends up beside you again.' This phenomenon is partly psychological, as we remember surprising moments when the same car shows up again, but it is also built into how traffic works.
Psychology
#autonomous-vehicles
fromInfoQ
5 days ago
DevOps

Optimization in Automated Driving: From Complexity to Real-Time Engineering

fromTechCrunch
3 days ago
Toronto startup

Robotaxi companies refuse to say how often their AVs need remote help | TechCrunch

fromFuturism
1 month ago
Austin

Waymo Says It Has Nothing to Say After Its Self-Driving Taxi Blocked an Ambulance Responding to a Mass Shooting

US news
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Waymo Under Investigation After Crashing Into Child Outside Elementary School

A Waymo robotaxi struck a child near a Santa Monica school after the child entered the road; regulators opened an investigation and reported minor injuries.
Artificial intelligence
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Half of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Crashes Are Waymos

2,150 ADAS/ADS incidents show Waymo vehicles made up just over half; most crashes were property damage, revealing autonomy is not yet reliably safe.
DevOps
fromInfoQ
5 days ago

Optimization in Automated Driving: From Complexity to Real-Time Engineering

A production-grade AV stack is a distributed dataflow graph of components, optimized for resource management and real-time constraints.
Toronto startup
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Robotaxi companies refuse to say how often their AVs need remote help | TechCrunch

Senator Ed Markey's investigation reveals a lack of transparency in autonomous vehicle companies regarding their use of remote assistance operators.
Austin
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Waymo Says It Has Nothing to Say After Its Self-Driving Taxi Blocked an Ambulance Responding to a Mass Shooting

A Waymo robotaxi blocked an ambulance responding to a mass shooting in Austin, Texas, raising concerns about autonomous vehicles handling emergency situations.
Cars
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Waymo hits 170 million miles while avoiding serious mayhem

Waymo's autonomous vehicles have traveled over 170 million miles with crash and injury rates 82-92% lower than human drivers, though incidents continue under investigation.
Business intelligence
fromComputerworld
4 days ago

Microsoft adds multi-model AI to Copilot Researcher, raising accuracy stakes

Enterprises must enhance governance frameworks for AI deployment to manage complexity, accountability, and ensure effective decision-making.
#robotics
Science
fromNature
5 days ago

Inside the 'self-driving' lab revolution

Eve, an AI-powered robotic platform, automates early-stage drug design, significantly enhancing efficiency in scientific research.
London startup
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Humanoid tests humanoid robot for automotive logistics

Humanoid's robot successfully completed a proof-of-concept test for automotive manufacturing, demonstrating its capability in a production environment.
Science
fromNature
5 days ago

Inside the 'self-driving' lab revolution

Eve, an AI-powered robotic platform, automates early-stage drug design, significantly enhancing efficiency in scientific research.
London startup
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Humanoid tests humanoid robot for automotive logistics

Humanoid's robot successfully completed a proof-of-concept test for automotive manufacturing, demonstrating its capability in a production environment.
Austin
fromFast Company
6 days ago

This new tech could help prevent future runway crashes

New runway collision warning technology could significantly enhance aviation safety by providing pilots with immediate alerts.
#waymo
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

TechCrunch Mobility: When a robotaxi has to call 911 | TechCrunch

Waymo provides 500,000 paid robotaxi rides weekly, facing challenges like vehicle paralysis requiring public service intervention.
California
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Waymo relies on firefighters and police to bail out stuck robotaxis | TechCrunch

Waymo's robotaxi service has repeatedly relied on first responders to resolve issues during emergencies, raising concerns about its operational reliability.
#self-driving-cars
Education
fromWIRED
6 days ago

A School District Tried to Help Train Waymos to Stop for School Buses. It Didn't Work

Waymo's self-driving cars struggled to stop for school buses, leading to dangerous incidents and a federal recall.
Education
fromWIRED
6 days ago

A School District Tried to Help Train Waymos to Stop for School Buses. It Didn't Work

Waymo's self-driving cars struggled to stop for school buses, leading to dangerous incidents and a federal recall.
UX design
fromWIRED
6 days ago

The Deceptively Tricky Art of Designing a Steering Wheel

Designing a functional and beautiful steering wheel is one of the most challenging tasks in automotive design.
Silicon Valley
fromTESLARATI
1 week ago

Tesla drives drunk owner while he naps, Police still arrest him on DUI

A man was arrested for DUI while asleep in his self-driving Tesla, highlighting legal and safety concerns around autonomous vehicles.
Cars
fromwww.businessinsider.com
21 hours ago

Automakers are teaming up, speeding up, and hoping AI can help them down a tough road ahead

Automakers are leveraging AI to shorten vehicle development timelines and enhance efficiency in response to industry challenges.
Medicine
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 week ago

How Truck Accident Injuries Are Evaluated for Compensation - Social Media Explorer

Truck accidents can cause severe physical and psychological injuries, necessitating comprehensive medical care and accurate documentation for treatment and legal processes.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Cyberattack on a Car Breathalyzer Firm Leaves Drivers Stuck

Law enforcement dismantled major botnets while new vulnerabilities and privacy issues in tech continue to emerge, raising concerns over security.
Cars
fromFortune
2 days ago

Why hands-free systems in self-driving cars aren't actually safer, according to the NTSB | Fortune

Driver assistance systems are convenient but do not enhance safety, leading to increased driver distraction and reliance on technology.
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Cyberattack on vehicle breathalyzer company leaves drivers stranded across the US | TechCrunch

Intoxalock spokesperson Rachael Larson confirmed that the company had been hit by a cyberattack, stating that they took steps to temporarily pause some of their systems as a precautionary measure.
Information security
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Piedmont Cybertruck Crash Survivor Files Lawsuit Against Tesla Over Faulty Door Locks

Riordan couldn't get any of the doors to open, and none of the unlock buttons would activate. Per the Chronicle, Riordan eventually broke the window by repeatedly ramming a tree branch into the glass. He just sat there in flames with a rescuer pounding on the window, trying to get him out, Miller's attorney, Anthony Label, a partner at the Veen Firm, said regarding Miller.
SF parents
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

I Tried Mercedes' Futuristic New Steering Yoke. It's Better Than It Looks

Mercedes-Benz's steer-by-wire system in the EQS prototype offers a unique driving experience with variable steering ratios and innovative design.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 days ago

Lucid Recalls Thousands Of Gravity SUVs Over Rear Seatbelt Issue

Lucid is recalling over 4,000 Gravity SUVs due to potentially dangerous issues with rear seatbelt anchors that may not be secured properly.
UK news
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Warning to Scots drivers over new AI cameras that can see inside cars

AI-powered cameras will monitor Scottish drivers for seatbelt use and mobile phone usage over six months to inform future enforcement strategies.
#lucid-motors
Cars
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Lucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs over seat belt defect

Lucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs due to improperly welded seat belt anchors, posing safety risks during collisions.
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago
Cars

Lucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs citing improperly welded seat belts | TechCrunch

Cars
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Lucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs over seat belt defect

Lucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs due to improperly welded seat belt anchors, posing safety risks during collisions.
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago
Cars

Lucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs citing improperly welded seat belts | TechCrunch

Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Ford's new AI assistant will help fleet owners know if seatbelts are being used | TechCrunch

Ford launched a free AI assistant for commercial customers to analyze fleet data and improve profitability, betting that software generates revenue even when offered at no cost.
San Francisco
fromFuturism
4 weeks ago

Emergency Responders Say They're Now Unpaid "Roadside Assistance" for Confused Waymos

San Francisco emergency responders are increasingly forced to provide roadside assistance for malfunctioning Waymo robotaxis, diverting critical resources from actual public safety emergencies.
Privacy technologies
fromSecurityWeek
1 month ago

Researchers Uncover Method to Track Cars via Tire Sensors

TPMS tire pressure sensors transmit unencrypted unique identifiers allowing low-cost roadside receivers to track vehicle movements and driving patterns.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
2 weeks ago

Tesla Cybertruck gets long-awaited safety feature

Tesla's anti-dooring protection feature for Cybertruck uses existing cameras to detect approaching cyclists, pedestrians, or vehicles and prevents door opening if hazards are detected in blind spots.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Ford is giving its commercial fleet business an AI makeover

Ford Pro AI is a generative AI chatbot that analyzes commercial vehicle data to provide fleet managers with actionable insights for cost reduction and operational efficiency.
Cars
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

The Voorhees law of traffic: when overtaken slow cars seem to always catch up at a red light

Mathematics reveals that the perception of slower cars catching up at traffic lights is an illusion, as spacing remains constant on average.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

If technology could bring traffic fatalities down to nearly zero, why not embrace it?

Compact, low-rise villages and cities made sense based on how far people could reasonably travel on foot or by horse. This was true all the way up until the late 1800s. Then came an invention that let people travel incredible distances in seconds, entirely reshaping cities with dense population clusters.
Miscellaneous
Gadgets
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

Connectivity, AI drive fleet safety, productivity and decision-making | Computer Weekly

AI, connected data, and safety-focused services are transforming fleet operations, with GPS tracking adoption at record highs and AI delivering measurable safety improvements and cost reductions.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

Driverless cars, meet your eye doctor

Kinetic's CEO Nikhil Naikal states, 'We have eyes, and when we need to correct vision, we go to an optometrist... In the same way, this is a digital prescription to correct the errors of the car's understanding of the world around it.'
Cars
Cars
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Does parking fill you with dread? I tried Kia's new self-parking car

Kia's EV2 features Remote Smart Parking Assist, allowing drivers to park remotely, potentially transforming urban parking experiences.
Cars
fromFast Company
1 week ago

This Ford recall involves a feature you probably rely on every day

Ford recalls 254,640 vehicles due to potential rearview camera image issues affecting advanced driver assistance features.
Science
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

The first cars bold enough to drive themselves

Leonardo Torres Quevedo's 1904 Telekino demonstrated the first wireless-controlled vehicle, pioneering remote-control systems that foreshadow modern autonomous vehicle technology.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

Why fully self-driving cars are almost impossible

Despite significant investments and technological advancements, the reality is that no vehicle currently operating on public roads can be classified as fully autonomous. The complexities of real-world driving conditions present insurmountable challenges.
Cars
Cars
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago

Predictive Maintenance Through AI Vehicle Inspections: Reducing Downtime and Repair Costs

Predictive maintenance uses AI and real-time data to optimize vehicle servicing based on actual condition, reducing costs and breakdowns.
Cars
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

My Self-Driving Car Crash

A Tesla operating in Full Self-Driving mode collided with a wall during a residential drive, injuring the driver and totaling the vehicle despite safety systems functioning as designed.
Tech industry
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Man Claims Self-Driving Zoox Smashed His Hand, Zoox Claims the Guy Doored Their Vehicle

San Francisco man alleges a Zoox autonomous vehicle struck his car and smashed his hand; Zoox says the man opened his door into incoming traffic.
Cars
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

5 AI features coming to your next car

Cars are evolving into software-defined vehicles with advanced AI features, including improved voice assistants, cloud connectivity, and onboard processors that fundamentally transform vehicle operation.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Tesla door design is targeted by new US automotive safety bill

Legislation would require new cars with electric door systems to include clearly labeled mechanical latches and first-responder access for power-loss situations.
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Tech support detective solved crime by checking the carpark

"A floor manager responsible for production asked me to fix his PC, which was so slow he could literally make a coffee in the time between double-clicking an icon and having the program open," Parker told On Call. The manager's PC was only a year old and ran Windows XP, a combo that at the time of this tale should have made for decent performance.
Information security
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Man dies after being hit by police vehicle

A man in his 30s has died after he was hit by a police vehicle on an emergency call in south London. The pedestrian was struck by the marked vehicle on Borough High Street at 00:34 GMT, the Metropolitan Police said. He was given emergency first aid by officers and treated by paramedics from the London Ambulance Service, but died at the scene.
UK news
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Delivery Robot Gets Stuck on Train Tracks, Gets Obliterated by Locomotive

Footage of the incident, which took place January 15, shows the robot sitting motionless on the tracks, seemingly making no attempt to get out of the way as the unmistakable blare of the train horn gets louder and louder. "Oh it's gonna crush it!" the onlooker taking the video can be heard saying moments before the train, operated by Brightline, flattens the unfortunate bot into the tracks. Sparks can be seen flying from beneath the train before the video cuts off.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Drivers in fatal Ford BlueCruise crashes were likely distracted before impact | TechCrunch

The safety board released documents for each crash and announced it will hold a public hearing on March 31 in Washington D.C., where it will discuss the findings and likely issue recommendations to Ford. The NTSB is an independent federal agency that investigates transportation accidents, but doesn't regulate the industry.
Cars
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

Motive accelerates Edge AI safety for automotive operations | Computer Weekly

"Collision rates and related costs remain unacceptably high around the world," said Shoaib Makani, co-founder and CEO of Motive. "Organisations need AI-powered driver safety solutions that can perceive and respond in real time. We've added three times more compute, created the first AI dash cam with stereo vision, and added hands-free communication, all in one system, so organisations can detect more risks and act faster. This isn't just a new product; it reflects a shift toward proactive, AI-driven road safety."
Artificial intelligence
Cars
fromFortune
1 month ago

By Tesla's own math, it reveals that its robotaxis are 4x worse at driving than humans, with redactions hiding even more details | Fortune

Tesla's autopilot robotaxis experienced five crashes in Austin within one month, and Tesla's own data shows human drivers are four times safer than its autonomous system.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
2 months ago

'Physical AI' Is Coming for Your Car

Chipmakers and automakers are converging on Physical AI—autonomous systems that perceive, reason, and act—driving a large, growing market opportunity in robots, cars, and chips.
Artificial intelligence
fromInfoQ
2 months ago

How to Unlock Insights and Enable Discovery Within Petabytes of Autonomous Driving Data

Edge cases in autonomous driving are rare but critical scenarios that must be identified, retrieved, and included to ensure model safety and robustness.
Artificial intelligence
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Hands off! An on-the-road demo of Mercedes' advanced new driver assist

Drive Assist Pro enables collaborative, reliable urban driving with a software-defined CLA using end-to-end AI and Nvidia Orin for perception and path planning.
Artificial intelligence
fromeLearning Industry
2 months ago

Artificial Intelligence In Transportation Training And Education

AI enables individualized transportation training by evaluating trainee performance, tailoring instruction, simulating real scenarios, and measuring performance for targeted improvement.
frominsideevs.com
2 months ago

ZF's AI-Powered Software Could Make The ESP Off' Button Irrelevant

Modern cars, including EVs, have tons of safety features baked in, but sometimes the driver still has to take over when the going gets tough. That's why most new cars out there still have a button somewhere that disengages the traction control system, which can come in handy when tackling slippery roads or deep snow because it allows the wheels to spin without the electronics cutting power.
Artificial intelligence
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

What happens to a car when the company behind its software goes under?

As vehicles become platforms for software and subscriptions, their longevity is increasingly tied to the survival of the companies behind their code. When those companies fail, the consequences ripple far beyond a bad app update and into the basic question of whether a car still functions as a car. Over the years, automotive software has expanded from performing rudimentary engine management and onboard diagnostics to powering today's interconnected, software-defined vehicles.
Cars
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Honda vehicles used to proactively report road safety issues in nation-first pilot

Honda and DriveOhio have teamed up on a new road safety initiative in which Honda vehicles are being used to collect real-time data that can advise about potential issues and road deficiencies before they become a problem. Honda's Proactive Roadway Maintenance System, which has been in prototyping since 2021, uses "advanced vision and LiDAR sensors" to identify issues such as worn or obstructed road signs, damaged guardrails, rough roads and emerging potholes.
Cars
Cars
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Dumbphones? Try dumbcars! Experts call for cars to go 'back to basics'

Many modern car technologies—touchscreen infotainment and pop-out door handles—can increase hazard by distracting drivers or preventing occupants from exiting after a crash.
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Is 2026 the year buttons come back to cars? Crash testers say yes.

It's helpful to know that the lack of physical buttons isn't just a trend pushed by designers-the bean counters like it, too. It's quicker-and therefore cheaper-during assembly to just fit a capacitive touch module that controls multiple settings or switches than it is to have individual buttons, each connected to a wiring loom. Which is why we're seeing the controls for heating and cooling the interior, the headlights, seat heaters, and more move from knobs and dials and sliders and buttons to touch panels.
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