NHTSA to Consider Rear-Seat Safety
Posted on Jun 1, 2016 in Industry News | Comments Off on NHTSA to Consider Rear-Seat Safety
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration will soon begin to test safety for passengers in rear seats as well as in front seats. The increased use of car-sharing services has led to more people riding in rear seats, many times without using seat belts. In addition, consumer advocates contend that although safety has improved for drivers and front-seat passengers, these safety...
Michigan to Allow Self-Driving Vehicles?
Posted on May 31, 2016 in Industry News | Comments Off on Michigan to Allow Self-Driving Vehicles?
This summer, the Michigan legislature is expected to consider various bills that could allow the sale and operation of autonomous vehicles in that state. One bill would allow self-driving cars to be operated on public roads without a driver behind the wheel. This could allow auto manufacturers to run networks of on-demand self-driving vehicles. Another bill would help convert a...
Owner Claims Tesla Crashed While Autopilot System Engaged
Posted on May 31, 2016 in Industry News | Comments Off on Owner Claims Tesla Crashed While Autopilot System Engaged
A California driver recently claimed that her car’s self-driving functions caused her to crash into another car on the freeway. According to the owner, her Tesla S Autopilot cruise control system was engaged, but the car failed to slow down when the car in front of her suddenly stopped. The owner says she manually braked but still hit the car in front of her. Tesla contends that the...
Major Companies Invest In Ride-Hailing Companies
Posted on May 27, 2016 in Industry News | Comments Off on Major Companies Invest In Ride-Hailing Companies
Two major car manufacturers have recently invested in ride-hailing companies, signaling their interest in and commitment to the mobility services market. Volkswagen AG is investing $300 million into Gett Inc., and Toyota Motor Corp. is investing in Uber Technologies Inc. Toyota’s partnership with Uber contemplates a new leasing model (allowing customers to cover lease payments for...
Companies Create A New Lobbying Group To Present United Front for Self-Driving Cars
Posted on Apr 27, 2016 in Industry News, Technology Impacting Auto Insurance | Comments Off on Companies Create A New Lobbying Group To Present United Front for Self-Driving Cars
In order to present a united front to regulatory agencies like the Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, companies heavily invested in autonomous technology have created a new lobbying group called the Self-Driving Coalition for Safer Streets. The companies involved in forming the group include Google Inc., Ford Motor Co, Volvo AB, Uber...
GAO Says DOT Should Do More To Combat Real-World Cyberattacks
Posted on Apr 27, 2016 in Industry News | Comments Off on GAO Says DOT Should Do More To Combat Real-World Cyberattacks
In a recent report, the Government Accountability Office asserted that more needs to be done by the Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in preparing for and combating real-world cyberattacks on automobiles. Although there have been no such attacks documented, researchers have identified vulnerabilities affecting critical systems,...
