Canadians Don’t Trust Autonomous Vehicles, Yet
Nearly two-thirds of Canadians say they would not trust a vehicle to drive itself while they’re in it, stating concerns such as vehicle hacking, theft of data generated by the vehicle and accountability in the event of an accident.
Growing Acceptance of Autonomous Driving Prompts OEMs to Develop New Business Models
New analysis from Frost & Sullivan finds that one in seven cars will feature highly automated features by 2030.
BMW Says It’s Capable of Building the ‘Most Intelligent Car’
BMW is planning on ramping up its hiring so that half of its research and development team is made up of software engineers. They will be tasked with building artificial intelligence, which will ultimately power self-driving BMW cars of the future.
Report Finds Self-Driving Cars May Create Long-Term Challenges for Auto Insurers
Report notes that once self-driving cars are mainstream, accident frequency will fall sharply, translating into significantly lower premiums and lower profits for auto insurers.
NHTSA to Host Public Meetings on Automated Vehicles
As part of the meeting, NHTSA is seeking input on planned guidelines for the safe deployment and operation of automated vehicles.
Lawmakers Worry About Cyberattacks on Self-Driving Cars
Despite the worries, most lawmakers at the hearing appeared excited by the technology, many even referencing rides they had taken in autonomous vehicles.
Filed Ford Patent Suggests Movie Screens May Replace Windscreens
Drawings suggest the system might work as a drop-down screen at the front of the car, blocking out the windscreen, with a projector positioned between the two front seats.
US Department of Transportation to Host Public Meetings on Safe Operation of Automated Vehicles
The meetings, to be held in Washington, D.C., and California, will gather information on a series of issues related to safe operation of automated vehicles as part of NHTSA’s efforts to provide manufacturers with operational guidance.
AAA Survey Finds Three-Quarters of Americans Are “Afraid” to Ride in a Self-Driving Car
With today’s heightened focus on autonomous vehicles, AAA says this fear poses a potential concern to the automotive industry as consumers may be reluctant to fully embrace the self-driving car.
Self-Driving Google Car Hits Public Bus
The fender bender may represent the first time a Google car has caused an accident.
Ford to Triple Investment in Semi-Autonomous Technology
Automaker is developing two new features, Traffic Jam Assist and Fully Active Park Assist, as it continues to expand its Ford Smart Mobility plan.
Report Finds Making All Vehicles Autonomous Could Prevent Up to 95 Percent of All Traffic Accidents
Study shows that the overall economic benefit to the UK could be as much as £51 billion a year due to fewer accidents, improved productivity and increased trade.
