U.S. regulators will soon decide on a petition filed by General Motors' Cruise self-driving technology unit seeking permission to deploy up to 2,500 self-driving vehicles annually without human controls, a top auto safety official said on Wednesday.\nThe petition, filed in February 2022, seeks government approval to deploy vehicles annually without steering wheels, mirrors, turn signals or windshield wipers.\nNational Highway Traffic Safety acting Administrator Ann Carlson said Wednesday the agency will issue a decision \"in the coming weeks.\"\nCruise currently offers a limited service in San Francisco with a small fleet of Chevrolet Bolt vehicles fitted with driverless technology.\nCruise wants to deploy its Origin vehicle, which has subway-like doors and no steering wheels.
"}}}},{"node":{"postTitle":"Detroit Free Press","slug":"detroit-free-press","publishDate":"2023-07-15 00:00:00","createdLocal":"2023-07-16 14:31:12.040424","feedName":"Autonomous Vehicle News","postSummary":{"childMarkdownRemark":{"html":"Your subscription supports:Exclusive investigative reporting that fights for the truth, exposes corruption and gives voice to the voiceless all across Michigan.\nComprehensive coverage of Michigan's auto industry, including in-depth analysis of Ford, GM, and Stellantis’ latest developments and innovations.\nDon't miss a beat with our sports coverage, featuring the Lions, Tigers, Red Wings, Pistons, Michigan and Michigan State, as well as exclusive access to USA TODAY Sports+.\nDive deeper into the news and sports stories that matter most with our exclusive podcasts, featuring analysis and reporting from our team of experts.
"}}}},{"node":{"postTitle":"Simulator startup aims to make self-driving cars safe","slug":"simulator-startup-aims-to-make-self-driving-cars-safe","publishDate":"2023-07-16 00:00:00","createdLocal":"2023-07-16 14:31:10.161583","feedName":"Autonomous Vehicle News","postSummary":{"childMarkdownRemark":{"html":"Therefore, Morai SIM Cloud utilizes a maximum amount of resources on the cloud to conduct as many tests on various scenarios as possible.That means that we can use a larger amount of computing resources in a more efficient manner.\nBecause Ansys has many tools that can be used to interpret hardware such as sensors, signals and systems, we pair the company’s technology with our simulator, which creates digital twins to strengthen our competitiveness.With AWS, we run our Morai SIM Cloud on the AWS’s cloud service and are working with the company to further secure users in the AWS cloud ecosystem.\nMoreover, we are also in technological cooperation with AWS with the goal of utilizing its technologies to evaluate and validate autonomous driving systems.With Nvidia, we are using its hardware products, such as graphic processing units, to run the Morai SIM program.\nFor example, there is this thing called manned-unmanned teaming, in which manually-controlled defense systems and autonomous weapons conduct missions together.\nMorai is developing a war simulation platform to integrate our technologies involving cars, UAMs, and robotics.K-defense is on the rise as of late, so we are finding new applications in the field by integrating our technologies into one system.BY SHIN HA-NEE [shin.hanee@joongang.co.kr]
"}}}},{"node":{"postTitle":"U.S. to Decide Soon on GM’s Steering Wheel-Free Car Request – Autoblog","slug":"u-s-to-decide-soon-on-gms-steering-wheel-free-car-request-autoblog","publishDate":"2023-07-15 21:33:00+00:00","createdLocal":"2023-07-16 14:31:08.442173","feedName":"Autonomous Vehicle News","postSummary":{"childMarkdownRemark":{"html":"This is not the first time General Motors has sought approval for self-driving vehicles without traditional controls.\nThis program aims to assure the public that the NHTSA is overseeing the deployment of autonomous vehicles on public streets.\nThis came after reports of two injuries in rear-end crashes involving Cruise vehicles.\nIf approved, it would pave the way for the deployment of thousands of self-driving vehicles without traditional controls.\nIt is essential to strike a balance between innovation and safety, ensuring that autonomous vehicles meet appropriate standards and regulations.
"}}}},{"node":{"postTitle":"Tesla AI Leadership & Highlights At World AI Conference In China","slug":"tesla-ai-leadership-highlights-at-world-ai-conference-in-china","publishDate":"2023-07-15 00:00:00","createdLocal":"2023-07-16 14:31:07.380748","feedName":"Autonomous Vehicle News","postSummary":{"childMarkdownRemark":{"html":"Tesla joined more than 400 exhibitors who were in Shanghai, China, to showcase their capabilities and advancement in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI).\nFrom the 6th to the 8th of July, Shanghai was hosting the World Artificial Intelligence Conference.\n😆The 2023 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (#WAIC) kicks off today.
\n“Buckle up for an extraordinary showcase of innovation at the 2023 World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai,” Tesla posted in a tweet to announce its participation in the World AI Conference.
"}}}},{"node":{"postTitle":"5 Weird Places Robotaxis Are Driving In San Francisco","slug":"5-weird-places-robotaxis-are-driving-in-san-francisco","publishDate":"2023-07-15 00:00:00","createdLocal":"2023-07-16 14:31:06.281341","feedName":"Autonomous Vehicle News","postSummary":{"childMarkdownRemark":{"html":"Two weeks ago, I wrote about opposition to unlimited robotaxi expansion in San Francisco.\nHowever, others, including the San Francisco Fire Department (SFFD) and the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) want a pause on expansion for now, at least.\nHere are 5 odd cases of robotaxis driving in weird, off-limits places or scenarios:Through electric trolley wires: San Francisco has iconic, old-school electric trolleys.\nThe San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, which runs Muni, had already de-energized the lines by the time the Cruise taxi hit them.” Yikes!\nInto shooting scenes: Some robotaxis have reportedly also driven right into shooting scenes.
"}}}},{"node":{"postTitle":"Australia’s ‘Most Advanced’ Driverless Car Zoe.2 Takes On Outback Roads In Mount Isa","slug":"australias-most-advanced-driverless-car-zoe-2-takes-on-outback-roads-in-mount-isa","publishDate":"2023-07-03 00:00:00","createdLocal":"2023-07-16 14:31:05.381090","feedName":"Autonomous Vehicle News","postSummary":{"childMarkdownRemark":{"html":"This week, ZOE.2, the most advanced fully-autonomous car in Australia, was tested on outback roads, with the technology tipped to become a reality for consumers within the next 10 years.\nMount Isa resident Ranita Toholke, who was the first person in town to try the car, said elderly and disabled people as well as those who could not drive for other reasons would be able to take advantage of a driverless car.\nFellow Mount Isa resident Paul Shaw said the vehicles could make long trips often taken by outback residents a lot more comfortable.\nMr Shaw said a lack of public transport in town meant driverless vehicles could ease pressure on taxi services.\nZOE was tested in Mount Isa to prove that high-tech, driverless cars could adapt to outback environments.
"}}}},{"node":{"postTitle":"Ford Next CEO Arrested On Charges Of Arson And Assault With A Dangerous Weapon","slug":"ford-next-ceo-arrested-on-charges-of-arson-and-assault-with-a-dangerous-weapon","publishDate":"2023-07-15 22:10:00+00:00","createdLocal":"2023-07-16 14:31:04.820895","feedName":"Autonomous Vehicle News","postSummary":{"childMarkdownRemark":{"html":"Franck Dominique Louis-Victor, the CEO of Ford's \"global venture studio\", has been arrested after reportedly trying to burn two handbags worth thousands of dollars during a domestic altercationFranck Dominique Louis-Victor, the CEO of Ford Next, was arrested outside his home following a domestic dispute.\nThe executive is being charged with arson and assault with a dangerous weapon.\nOakland County Police in Michigan say that Louis-Victor was involved in a domestic violence altercation on Saturday, July 8.\nAs a result, he is being charged with arson – preparation to burn property worth between $1,000 and $20,000, according to Click on Detroit.\nIn addition, he faces charges of assault with a dangerous weapon, though details on that allegation have not been released.
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