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Shanahan: Autopilot crash highlights Level 2’s need for constant driver attention
technology15 days ago

Shanahan: Autopilot crash highlights Level 2’s need for constant driver attention

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan revealed he crashed his Tesla Model S on Autopilot after reaching for a dropped iPhone, injuring himself and a nearby driver but not severely; he accepted responsibility and stressed that you can’t take your eyes off the road, even with Autopilot. The incident underscores the risk of Level 2 driver-assistance systems, which require a ready human driver at all times, a point echoed by safety discussions and related Tesla data on crashes.

via Electrek|
#autopilot#driver-assistance#kyle-shanahan
VW Atlas Cross Sport 2027 Debuts with Bold Design and 282-HP Upgrade
technology15 days ago

VW Atlas Cross Sport 2027 Debuts with Bold Design and 282-HP Upgrade

Volkswagen unveils the second‑gen 2027 Atlas Cross Sport, featuring a sharper exterior, a 282‑hp turbo 2.0L engine, and a premium interior with massage seats on higher trims, plus larger infotainment screens (12.9–15 inches), enhanced driver assists, Qi2 charging, and a new in‑vehicle Premium subscription via myVW+. Standard front‑drive with 4Motion AWD option and 5,000‑lb towing stay in place, with production in Chattanooga and pricing to be announced ahead of an early‑2027 launch.

via motor1.com|
#2027-model#atlas-cross-sport#driver-assistance
GM Halts Robotaxi Development, Focuses on Autonomous Personal Vehicles
business1 year ago

GM Halts Robotaxi Development, Focuses on Autonomous Personal Vehicles

General Motors is halting its robotaxi development, led by its subsidiary Cruise, to focus on driver-assistance technologies, citing high costs and competition in the robotaxi market. This shift will save GM $1 billion annually and redirect resources to enhance features like Super Cruise. The decision follows a recent incident involving a Cruise vehicle in San Francisco, leading to a nationwide suspension of its services. GM remains committed to autonomous driving but will prioritize technologies that assist rather than replace human drivers.

via CNN|
#autonomous-vehicles#business#cruise
"IIHS Finds Only One Automated Driving System Passes Safety Test"
automotive-technology2 years ago

"IIHS Finds Only One Automated Driving System Passes Safety Test"

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) tested 14 partial automated systems and found that only one, Lexus’ Teammate with Advanced Drive, passed their evaluation. The majority were rated poor, with two being marginal. The systems were found to be easily tricked and bad at monitoring driver attention, with some even working when the driver wasn’t wearing a seatbelt. IIHS noted that all vehicles did well in at least one category, suggesting that fixes may be readily available through software updates.

via The Verge|
#auto-safety#automotive-technology#driver-assistance
Tesla prevails in Autopilot crash lawsuit.
business3 years ago

Tesla prevails in Autopilot crash lawsuit.

Tesla has won a lawsuit that blamed its Autopilot for a 2019 crash. The California state court jury found the driver assistance software was not to blame for the Model S crash. The driver sued Tesla in 2020, seeking more than $3 million in damages, alleging defects in the software and the design of Tesla’s airbags. The jury awarded the driver no damages and said the automaker did not intentionally fail to disclose facts about Autopilot. The result is expected to inform how lawyers tackle future incidents involving the technology.

via Engadget|
#autopilot#business#driver-assistance
Tesla's Autopilot system cleared of fault in crash lawsuit.
technology3 years ago

Tesla's Autopilot system cleared of fault in crash lawsuit.

Tesla has won a lawsuit that blamed its Autopilot driver assist software for a 2019 crash. The jurors found that the software wasn't at fault, and the plaintiff was awarded no damages. The trial is believed to be the first regarding Autopilot and could prove to be an important case if Tesla faces future lawsuits over the technology. Despite scrutiny, Tesla has continued to push forward on its development of driver assistance technologies, making the Full Self-Driving beta available to anyone in the US who has purchased the feature in November.

via The Verge|
#autopilot#driver-assistance#lawsuit