Kodiak’s self-driving truck system matches human fleets in safety ratings
Kodiak AI’s Safety Ratings for Autonomous Trucks Recent evaluations indicate that Kodiak AI’s self-driving system, known as Kodiak Driver, has achieved top safety ratings, matching the best scores among over 1,000 fleets run by human drivers. This assessment was carried out by Nauto, Inc. using its Visually Enhanced Risk Assessment (VERA score), which rates vehicle […]
Tesla reintroduces Mad Max mode in new Full Self-Driving update
Tesla Revives Mad Max Mode in Latest Update Tesla is back in the news with the reintroduction of its fully self-driving, albeit supervised, Mad Max mode. This feature is intended to make driving more assertive, which comes at a time when automakers are under increased scrutiny from regulators and facing lawsuits. Recently, Tesla rolled out […]
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving facing federal investigation for ignoring red lights
Tesla Faces Federal Investigation Over Self-Driving Software Tesla is currently facing a federal inquiry due to numerous reports indicating that its fully self-driving (FSD) software has violated traffic regulations and been involved in at least six accidents, with four resulting in injuries. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported on October 7 that it […]
NHTSA Looks Into Tesla’s ‘Full Self-Driving’ Cars for Running Red Lights and Other Hazardous Actions
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is looking into Tesla, the car company founded by Elon Musk, due to reports of the vehicles running red lights and engaging in other unsafe driving while utilizing the Full Self-Driving (FSD) software. NHTSA stated it has initiated an investigation involving about 2.9 million Tesla vehicles after becoming […]
Tesla’s ‘Full Self-Driving’ under investigation, affecting almost 3 million vehicles
Federal Investigation into Tesla’s Self-Driving Tech Federal regulators are currently looking into around 3 million Tesla vehicles following reports of crashes linked to the company’s self-driving technology. On Thursday, the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) revealed that it is examining accidents involving Tesla cars. Some incidents included failures to stop at red lights or, […]
Self-driving lawnmowers trialed on National Mall as the Trump administration promotes AI
AI Initiatives in the Trump Administration The Interior Department announced on Tuesday that the Trump administration is focused on improving “operational efficiency” through the use of artificial intelligence. This move is part of a broader strategy to enhance decision-making, manage energy resources more effectively, and safeguard natural spaces. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum emphasized that AI […]
Nvidia Stock (NVDA) Changes Course Following Possible $500M Investment in UK Self-Driving Technology Company Wayve
Semiconductor leader Nvidia (NVDA) is gearing up to invest $500 million in Wayve, a UK company focused on autonomous driving technology. Investment Plans Wayve, based in London, has announced that Nvidia intends to evaluate a cash investment in its next funding round. This move follows a technical agreement signed by the UK and US aimed […]
Tesla Drivers Say Elon Musk’s ‘Self-Driving’ Technology Cannot Spot Trains at Level Crossings
Concerns Grow Over Tesla’s Autonomy Software Elon Musk’s Fully Autonomous Driving (FSD) software is facing scrutiny as several Tesla owners report issues, particularly regarding the system’s failure to recognize and respond appropriately to trains at railway crossings. According to NBC News, Tesla’s much-lauded FSD, which is intended to enhance driver assistance capabilities, has raised alarm […]
Tensor from Silicon Valley seeks to develop a Level 4 self-driving robocar for consumers
Tensor’s Ambitious Leap into Self-Driving Cars A California startup, Tensor, is making waves in the world of autonomous vehicles by aiming to develop the first truly self-driving car meant for personal ownership, rather than joining the Robotaxi race. They’re calling it the world’s first individual robot car. This striking electric vehicle is designed with level […]
The impact of self-driving trucks on the freight sector in America
Trucking in Transition: The Role of Autonomy Think about your dinner tonight. Everything you see on the table—your food, your clothes, everything—probably arrived via truck. It’s fascinating, really. Almost everything we interact with has taken a journey on 18 wheels before it gets to us. The trucking industry is undergoing significant changes. Artificial intelligence, which […]