Topic: driver assistance
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Rivian's Bold Autonomy Plan: Custom Chips, Lidar, Robotaxi Vision
Rivian announced a major push into autonomous driving, unveiling plans for new custom hardware and software with a long-term vision that includes entering the robotaxi market to compete with leaders like Tesla. A key product is the "Universal Hands-Free" driver-assistance system launching in earl...
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Rivian Launches Universal Hands-Free Driving Feature
Rivian has launched a new "Universal Hands-Free" driver-assistance feature for its latest R1 vehicles, expanding its operational domain to over 3.5 million miles of roads in the U.S. and Canada. The system has significant limitations, requiring constant driver supervision and lacking the ability ...
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GM's 'Eyes-Off' Driving: What Happens When Cars Go AI?
General Motors will launch an "eyes-off" driving system in 2028 for the Cadillac Escalade IQ, enabling drivers on mapped highways to engage in non-driving activities while the vehicle handles safety and prompts for control resumption. The system results from a collaboration between GM's Super Cru...
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Tesla's Full Self-Driving Hits Major EU Roadblock
Tesla's plan to deploy Full Self-Driving (FSD) in Europe by February 2026 has been disputed by Dutch regulators, contradicting the company's earlier announcement of approval. The Netherlands Vehicle Authority clarified that a final decision on FSD approval is not guaranteed, emphasizing that traf...
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Lucid Announces Consumer-Ready Autonomous Cars
Lucid Motors is advancing its autonomous driving technology through a partnership with Nvidia, aiming to introduce a Level 4 system that operates without human input in specific areas. The collaboration leverages Nvidia's Drive AGX Thor computers and software stack to accelerate the development o...
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Tesla Ditches FSD One-Time Purchase, Goes Subscription-Only
Tesla is discontinuing the one-time purchase option for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, shifting entirely to a subscription-only model priced at $99 per month. The strategic change is linked to CEO Elon Musk's compensation package, which requires expanding the FSD user base to 10 million ac...
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Rivian Unleashes Sport Mode For All R1 EVs Via OTA Update
Rivian's 2026.03 software update introduces a new Apple Watch app, allowing it to function as a digital key for locking, unlocking, and starting vehicles via Bluetooth. The update democratizes performance features, expanding Sport Mode to all Dual-Motor and Quad-Motor configurations and making La...
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Tesla Issues Safety Report After Waymo CEO's Data Push
Tesla has released new safety data showing its Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software in North America experiences a major collision every 5 million miles and a minor one every 1.5 million miles, significantly outperforming human drivers. This disclosure follows industry calls for transparency, ...
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Tesla's Best Software Updates: Top Features Added Over Time
Tesla revolutionized car ownership by introducing over-the-air software updates, allowing vehicles to improve over time with new features like enhanced infotainment and safety systems. The company's core innovation is its advanced driver-assistance suite, including Full Self-Driving (Supervised) ...
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Polestar 5: The 884hp Fastback That Challenges Porsche
The Polestar 5 is a high-performance electric fastback designed to compete with luxury rivals, featuring bold design, advanced technology, and impressive performance. It offers two powerful powertrain options, with up to 884 horsepower and rapid charging, plus a lightweight bonded aluminum platfo...
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2027 Chevy Bolt: The Most Affordable EV You Can Buy
The 2027 Chevy Bolt will be the most affordable new electric vehicle in the U.S., starting at $29,990, positioning it as a budget-friendly option in the entry-level EV market. It features a 65kWh LFP battery providing an estimated 255-mile range, includes a native NACS port for Tesla Supercharger...
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