Topic: vehicle safety
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Stellantis partners with Mobileye for hands-free driving tech
Stellantis will integrate Intel’s Mobileye EyeQ system-on-a-chip and Road Experience Management (REM) platform into its vehicles starting in 2027. The REM platform uses real-time data from vehicles with Mobileye hardware to build a detailed global 3D map, enabling hands-free, eyes-on driving. Thi...
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Hyundai and Kia's UV System Kills Bacteria Inside Cars
Hyundai and Kia have developed Plasma Care UVC, a far-ultraviolet light system that kills bacteria and viruses inside a vehicle and is safe for occupants because it uses a wavelength that cannot penetrate human skin. Independent testing showed the system reduces airborne viruses by nearly 97% in ...
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Tesla recalls thousands of Model Ys over missing sticker
NHTSA has recalled 14,575 Tesla Model Y vehicles due to a missing weight certification sticker, a physical issue that cannot be fixed via over-the-air software update. The affected vehicles were manufactured between November 17, 2024 and April 21, 2026 at Tesla's Fremont factory, where an automat...
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Toyota’s $10 billion utopia: inside the secret city
Toyota's Woven City, a $10 billion experimental urban community, has welcomed its first 100 residents as part of the automaker's strategic pivot from car manufacturer to comprehensive mobility company. The city is testing vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communications with ubiquitous street cameras t...
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Tesla Faces New Wrongful Death Suit Over Door Handles
A wrongful death lawsuit alleges Tesla's electronic door handles failed, trapping a 20-year-old driver inside a burning Model Y after a crash, adding to over a dozen similar fatalities since 2016. The lawsuit accuses Tesla of negligent design, contrasting CEO Elon Musk's safety claims with a hand...
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Kia, Hyundai Invest Millions to Stop 'Kia Boyz' Thefts
Kia and Hyundai are committing hundreds of millions to provide free anti-theft repairs for millions of vehicles (2011-2022 models) that lack a standard engine immobilizer, addressing a major security flaw. The repair involves installing a physical zinc sleeve on the ignition to thwart a viral the...
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Judge Rules Tesla Misled Buyers on Self-Driving Tech
A California judge ruled Tesla's marketing of its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving systems is misleading, and the state's DMV has adopted this ruling, threatening a 30-day sales license suspension if advertising is not corrected. The DMV found Tesla's product names violate state law by implying a ...
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Tesla's Cybercab May Feature a Steering Wheel
Tesla's Cybercab may retain a steering wheel and pedals to comply with federal safety standards and avoid regulatory delays, despite being designed as a fully autonomous vehicle. Regulatory challenges, including a potential production cap of 2,500 vehicles annually without an exemption, could hin...
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Tesla Cybertruck Sales Stall After Initial Hype
Tesla's overall EV sales are surging due to federal tax credits, but the Cybertruck is experiencing a dramatic sales collapse, with a 63% decline in the third quarter compared to the previous year. The Cybertruck's performance falls drastically short of Elon Musk's ambitious targets, selling only...
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Control Agentic AI with Intent-Based Permissions
Identity and access management must evolve from action-based permissions to intent-based permissions to handle autonomous AI agents, which require understanding the purpose behind actions, not just the actions themselves. Action-based permissions are limited for AI because they only control what ...
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Tesla's Full Self-Driving Under Investigation for Traffic Violations
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating approximately 2.8 million Tesla vehicles with Full Self-Driving technology for traffic violations like running red lights and wrong-way driving. The probe includes 58 safety incidents, with 14 collisions and 23 injuries, where FS...
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Tesla's New FSD Hardware Upgrade Revealed
Tesla has launched its first 500kW Supercharger in California, but only the Cybertruck can currently use it, and real-world charging improvements are incremental rather than revolutionary. The true innovation is the V4 Supercharger cabinet, which offers three times the power density, supports mor...
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Tesla Updates Door Handles to Prevent Passenger Trapping
Tesla is redesigning its electronic door handles to improve safety and address regulatory concerns, aiming for a more intuitive experience during emergencies. The update combines electronic and manual door-release functions into a single button to resolve confusion and operational issues reported...
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Tesla Model Y Door Handles Face Federal Safety Probe
A federal safety investigation is underway into Tesla Model Y door handles due to concerns about passenger safety in emergencies, initiated by the NHTSA despite political pressures. The probe follows reports that retractable door handles rely solely on the car's 12-volt battery, which can fail in...
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Lightweighting Awards: The Cure for Heavy, Inefficient Cars
Modern and electric vehicles are becoming heavier, prompting a need for lighter designs that maintain safety and efficiency. The Altair Enlighten Award recognizes innovations in automotive lightweighting and sustainability, such as those from Lucid Motors. Lucid Motors won two awards for using st...
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