Brexit ends speed camera fines for British people in Europe
It’s emerged that British drivers caught by speed cameras while driving in Europe won’t face penalties because the UK’s departure from the EU means offences won’t be pursued across borders. Auto express reports that the Cross Border Enforcement directive, which was introduced in 2015 allowing authorities to fine drivers for motoring offences, as long as […]
Government says UK on the cusp of driverless “transport revolution”
The government has issued a report suggesting that the connected and autonomous vehicle market could be worth £41.7 billion by 2035. A report announced by Transport Minister Rachel Maclean forecasts that in 2035, 40% of new UK car sales could have self-driving capabilities, with a total market value of £41.7 billion, which the government says […]
Dubai beats Birmingham to win the right to host ITS World Congress 2024
Dubai will host the ITS World Congress in 2024 – the first time the European leg of the three-region event is held outside of the continent itself. ERTICO – ITS Europe has confirmed that the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority has been chosen as the preferred host of event, beating Birmingham and Zurich in the […]
Bus users worried at service cuts
The organisation representing bus passengers in the UK has expressed concerns over plans by a growing number of operators to reduce services in line with lockdown restrictions. The aim is to prevent people making what are seen as unnecessary journeys at a time when everyone’s being told to stay at home unless they have a […]
HERE announces more innovations during Virtual CES
The mapping and location technology company HERE has unveilled new solutions for personal data privacy, 3D mapping and electric vehicle navigation during the virtual Consumer Electronics Show. HERE Consent Manager and HERE Anonymyser are designed to allow enterprises to create and deliver personalised data services by embedding personal privacy protection, user control and regulatory compliance […]
Siemens’ average speed enforcement solution approved
Siemens has received Home Office Type Approval for its SafeZone average speed enforcement system, meaning evidence gathered is admissible in court. Its ANPR-based solution uses the company’s British-built Sicore II cameras to provide accurate enforcement, and the certification covers a number of new features, including day/night mode functionality, which enables the camera to operate without […]
Apple and Hyundai planning vehicle tie-up
An agreement could be signed within two months to commit Apple and Hyundai to work together on an autonomous electric car project. Reuters has spotted a report by Korea IT News which suggests the car company and tech giant aim to start production of a vehicle around 2024. Reuters added that Hyundai declined to comment […]
Driverless race launched at iconic Indianapolis circuit
University teams from across the world are being invited to race a driverless vehicle at the home of the Indy-500 motor race. Energy Systems Network and Indianapolis Motor Speedway are organising the Indy Autonomous Challenge, where the teams will set up and program a standard driverless racing car built by Italian company Dallara. They say […]
HE encourages Kent and Essex SMEs to be part of Lower Thames Crossing project
Highways England is aiming to help businesses in Kent and Essex to be a part of the the Lower Thames Crossing scheme, by creating a database of local businesses and their specialists, which will be given to the main works contractors. HE hopes the Small Medium Enterprise directory will give firms the best possible chance to work on this […]
HERE launches Mapping-as-a-Service
Location data company HERE Technologies is introducing a mapping-as-a-service which it says is for enterprises wanting to create differentiation and reduce operational costs through building, maintaining, and using unique map datasets for advanced analytics and services. HERE says the offering is enabled by advanced platform functionality coupled with industry-leading map creation, processing and delivery capabilities. […]