Vodafone developing new satellite technology that can locate Internet of Things devices and autonomous vehicles within centimetres
Vodafone and Topcon Positioning Group are developing a new mass-market precise positioning system that will locate Internet of Things (IoT) devices, machinery, and vehicles with a greater degree of accuracy than using only individual global navigation satellites systems (GNSS). Vehicles, scooters, and even robot lawn mowers can be securely monitored in real-time to within a […]
Cruise recalls driverless vehicles for post-crash software update
General Motors’ autonomous vehicle unit Cruise has recalled and updated software in 80 self-driving robotaxis after a crash in San Francisco that resulted in minor injuries. CNBC reports that the crash on 3 June involved a Cruise vehicle, which does not require a human driver, braking harshly while making an unprotected left turn (across traffic) […]
Charity says driverless technology needs awareness
UK’s independent road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, has highlighted the need to ensure that the government, and car makers, prioritise training for drivers in its evidence to a House of Commons Transport Committee Inquiry. Research conducted by IAM RoadSmart shows that there could be an over-reliance on self-driving technology, particularly when control is switched between […]
Warren Buffet company invests in driverless trucking company
Pilot Company, a company that is supported by the investor Warren Buffett has announced a strategic partnership with Kodiak Robotics Inc, a leading self-driving trucking company. Through this partnership, Pilot Company and Kodiak are collaborating to develop autonomous truck services at Pilot and Flying J travel centres. Pilot Company and Kodiak are in the process […]
Former Apple worker admits stealing driverless secrets
A former Apple engineer has pleaded guilty to stealing hardware and schematics for the company’s autonomous car project. IOT Tech World reports Xiaolang Zhang was arrested at San Jose International Airport back in 2018 while attempting to catch a last-minute flight to China. He was accused of stealing circuit boards and a Linux server from […]
Government sets out driverless plans
The Government’s suggesting British roads could see self-driving vehicles rolled out within three years, with plans – backed by £100 million of taxpayers’ money – which prioritise safety through new laws and create thousands of new jobs in the industry. It says some vehicles, including cars, coaches and lorries, with self-driving features could be operating […]
Thatcham Research backs government’s safety-first approach to driverless vehicles
The Chief Executive of automotive risk intelligence specialists Thatcham Research is welcoming the Government’s plans and funding for the development of driverless vehicles and their introduction onto our streets. Jonathan Hewett says this marks another step closer to self-driving vehicles on UK roads, ensuring their safe integration and highlighting the positive impact that this technology […]
Inverness Campus AV Pilot Project under way
The first Autonomous Vehicle passenger service pilot in Scotland is underway. The driverless pod is based at Inverness Campus and will carry passengers around the site until March next year. The regional transport partnership for the Highlands and Islands, HITRANS, is promoting the service, saying it is committed to encouraging multi-modal travel and moving away […]
Law Commission to brief ITS (UK) members on latest remote driving issues
Members of the UK’s Intelligent Transport Systems community will get the chance to find out the latest issues around law changes to prepare for driverless vehicles, thanks to a briefing session by ITS (UK). The Law Commission is currently working on a review of the legal status around remote driving, and is consulting with Industry […]
Tesla patents accurate GPS antenna
Tesla has applied to patent a new multi-band GPS antenna that it believes will be more precise for self-driving and navigation applications. The website Electrek has spotted the paperwork which defines the idea as a multi-band antenna system which can be placed under and embedded within a glass exterior surface of a vehicle. It says […]