The overlooked danger of Chinese self-driving cars on roads in America
Self-driving cars are gaining popularity in the US, and while Elon Musk’s Tesla leads this new automotive sector, many new companies are beginning to emerge or are being established. However, a report from Fortune magazine highlights how these self-driving cars, especially those made in China, pose a significant danger to Americans. Fortune magazine reported that […]
Ready or not: Self-driving robo rides are rolling into reality
The Motor City is igniting its engine of innovation again. This time, it’s about cutting-edge autonomous vehicles (AVs) designed to serve those who need it most. May Mobility, a leader in AV technology and deployment, has kicked off its 14th deployment in downtown Detroit. But what makes this program unique? Let’s take a closer look. […]
Tech that’s turning big rigs, trucks, even tanks into self-driving vehicles
Have you ever been driving down the highway, seen a large truck beside you, and wondered, “What if those trucks could drive themselves?” So fasten your seat belt and get ready: thanks to companies like Kodiak Robotics, that future is closer than you think. We know what you’re thinking: “Self-driving trucks? Really?” It’s a legitimate […]
‘Rolling Surveillance Devices:’ Chinese Self-Driving Cars Are Mapping America
As Chinese companies test autonomous vehicles on U.S. roads, concerns are growing about the sheer amount of data these “roving surveillance machines” collect and the potential impact on national security. luck Reports Chinese companies have been quietly testing self-driving cars on American roads in recent years, particularly in California. While this may seem like a […]
Waabi’s game-changing approach to self-driving trucks
Imagine a world where large trucks could drive themselves, navigating the highways with the precision and intuition of a skilled human driver. Sounds pretty crazy, right? Thanks to Waabi, an AI startup and leader in the autonomous vehicle industry, this could soon become a reality. To get security alerts, expert tips, sign up for Kurt’s […]
Meet the self-driving car ending road rage (and ethics)
“When you see a fully self-driving car crossing lanes to make a left turn, you know AGI has arrived,” is the headline posted on X by user @0xgaut, who watched a video by @AIDRIVR showing Tesla’s latest model sneaking into an open space in a congested left-turn lane. A human driver attempting to do the […]
Elon Musk’s Tesla Committed Fraud by Misrepresenting Self-Driving Capabilities
A federal judge has ruled that Elon Musk’s Tesla must sue for fraud by misrepresenting the self-driving capabilities of its vehicles. ars technica report In a recent ruling, U.S. District Judge Rita Lin for the Northern District of California ruled that California resident Thomas Rosavio’s lawsuit against Tesla can proceed on fraud charges. The lawsuit, […]
NHTSA Launches Investigation of Google’s Waymo over Self-Driving Cars Causing Accidents
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says Google’s Waymo self-driving cars can cause major problems on the road, including crashing into stationary objects and ignoring red lights. ars technica report Google’s Waymo is facing scrutiny from the NHTSA over potential safety risks with self-driving cars. The Office of Defect Investigations (ODI) is currently investigating […]
Waymo, Zoox self-driving cars under federal investigation following reported traffic violations, collisions
Zoox CEO Aicha Evans talks about her technology and the competition in the robotaxis space on “The Claman Countdown.” The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that self-driving car companies Waymo and Zoox are under federal investigation for their involvement in traffic violations and crashes. NHTSA, part of the U.S. Department of Transportation, said […]
Amazon-owned Zoox self-driving vehicles facing probe after two crashes
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced Monday that it has opened an investigation into Amazon’s self-driving Zoox, which was linked to two rear-end crashes in which motorcycles were injured due to unexpected braking. NHTSA has begun a preliminary evaluation of Zoox 500 vehicles equipped with autonomous driving systems after two crashes involving vehicles from […]