Topic: road safety

  • New Bill Could Force Tesla to Limit Full Self-Driving

    New Bill Could Force Tesla to Limit Full Self-Driving

    The proposed "Stay in Your Lane Act" would require automakers to restrict advanced driver-assistance systems to specific, pre-defined operational conditions, directly challenging Tesla's less-restrictive Full Self-Driving approach. The bill is framed as a safety measure to prevent injuries and de...

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  • Aurora to Deploy Hundreds of Driverless Trucks by 2026

    Aurora to Deploy Hundreds of Driverless Trucks by 2026

    Aurora Innovation plans to deploy hundreds of driverless trucks by 2026, following a rescheduled commercial launch and a temporary, strategic reintroduction of safety drivers. The high-speed highway environment presents unique technical challenges for autonomous trucks, contributing to industry c...

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  • Google Maps India: Gemini AI & Safety Alerts Boost Navigation

    Google Maps India: Gemini AI & Safety Alerts Boost Navigation

    Google Maps has introduced Gemini AI integration and enhanced safety alerts in India, offering hands-free assistance and contextual information during navigation, adapted specifically for local usage patterns and languages. The update includes India-specific safety features such as visual and aud...

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  • NZTA partners with Verra Mobility to enhance road safety camera processing

    NZTA partners with Verra Mobility to enhance road safety camera processing

    NZTA has implemented Verra Mobility's cloud-based Alcyon system to modernize road safety camera operations, replacing an outdated legacy system for enhanced enforcement. The platform integrates with multiple camera manufacturers and government databases, enabling faster and more accurate processi...

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  • Smart Tires to Monitor Road Conditions in New Pilot

    Smart Tires to Monitor Road Conditions in New Pilot

    Smart tires with advanced sensors (Pirelli's Cyber Tire) are being tested in Italy to enhance road monitoring, vehicle performance, and safety through real-time data. The Cyber Tire uses sensors to track tire conditions and adjust vehicle settings, with potential to detect hazards like aquaplanin...

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