Tag: Autonomous driving

AI and Trucks: What Could Go Wrong?

Sudden route changes, ethical dilemmas—like a dog on the road—or GPS failures cast doubt on putting full trust in these vehicles. These are the issues that have raised red flags. The development of autonomous trucks, powered by artificial intelligence systems, is moving rapidly across the globe. Companies like Waymo, Tesla, TuSimple, and Aurora are testing […]

Phantom braking: safety concerns in autonomous vehicles

A new study suggests that autonomous vehicles are not ready to share the road with humans. A new study suggests that autonomous vehicles are not ready to share the road with humans. Conducted by George Mason University professor Missy Cummings, the study found that driverless cars exhibit “phantom braking” and struggle to follow human driving […]

Tesla recalls 375,000 vehicles over power steering issues

The company has issued a recall for some of its Model 3 sedan and Model Y SUV models. Two of Tesla’s most popular models have been recalled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The company has issued a recall for some of its Model 3 sedan and Model Y SUV models. Over 375,000 […]

California drives forward: new draft proposal for heavy autonomous trucks

This measure is designed to optimize delivery efficiency and improve logistics on California’s road network Last Friday, the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) released a draft proposal that will define the regulations for operating heavy autonomous trucks, those exceeding 10,001 pounds. This draft is the result of an extensive consultation process carried out over […]

Autonomous trucks in Texas: a glimpse into the future of transportation

Texas continues to lead in the adoption of advanced transportation technologies Texas could be one of the first states to witness the future of road transportation. Austin-based Kodiak Robotics is perfecting the deployment of fully autonomous trucks, operating without the supervision of a safety driver. The innovative company employs technology that promises to transform both […]

Partially automated driving systems, effective in collision prevention?

Study suggests that these systems should not be regarded as safety measures A new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety raises doubts about the effectiveness of partially automated driving systems in preventing collisions. Contrary to popular belief, the research shows that these systems, which allow vehicles to take control of certain driving functions, […]

Is the autonomous vehicle industry still here?

Recapping the current state of autonomous vehicle development and deployment Much has been talked about in the last year about the future of the industry, especially with the introduction of autonomous trucks into the market. Although these vehicles are still in development and testing stages, exploring their advantages and understanding the current state of this technology will give […]

Waymo introduces robotaxis in Los Angeles

The authorization allows Waymo to deploy and charge for autonomous taxi rides in Los Angeles for the first time. On March 1st, the California Public Utilities Commission authorized Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., to expand its robotaxi services to Los Angeles and cities in the peninsula south of San Francisco. The authorization allows Waymo […]

The present and future of autonomous trucks in the transportation industry

The landscape indicates that autonomous trucks are on track to become an integral part of the transportation industry in the years to come. Over the past few years, autonomous road transport has emerged as a promising frontier, blending economic benefits and safety improvements. A steady influx of new companies and technology firms has focused on […]