Toyota research arm to construct new test track for automated vehicles
Tests deemed too dangerous for self-driving vehicles to perform on public roadways will now be relegated to a new facility, courtesy of TRI. The carmaker's research arm has announced the construction of a new closed-course test facility that will help Toyota continue to develop its autonomous car technology.
Check out BMW’s new autonomous R&D center
BMW Group announced the official opening of its latest R&D facility in Unterschleißheim just north of Munich specifically for researching and developing autonomous driving tech, showcasing the automaker's transition into a “tech company.”
Volkswagen tests autonomous parking, aims for 2020 commercial launch
Volkswagen is testing autonomous parking at Germany's Hamburg Airport. In addition to making life more convenient, the automaker believes self-parking cars could enable a variety of new services for its customers, while getting them accustomed to the idea of more widespread driverless car usage.
Ford intends to launch self-driving car service ‘at scale’ by 2021
Ford has signaled its determination to begin operating an autonomous-car service "at scale" by 2021. Early indications are that it'll launch some form of delivery business rather than a ridesharing service using its driverless vehicles, though any venture will first require regulatory approval.
What crash? Waymo to test autonomous cars without safety drivers
Waymo has become the second company to apply to test autonomous cars without safety drivers on the streets of California. The state regulator began inviting applications at the start of April, and would also allow cars without a steering wheel, pedals, and mirrors to take to the road.
World’s first highway test facility for autonomous vehicles opens in Michigan
Th e American Center for Mobility has opened its new highway testing division at its facility in Michigan, enabling the testing of semiautonomous and autonomous driving technology in high-speed situations.
Cop tickets a GM-owned self-driving car, though company disputes violation
A San Francisco cop ticketed a GM-owned autonomous car for a traffic violation this week, but the automaker insists the vehicle was driving appropriately.
Ambarella launches Silicon Valley autonomous car demo despite Uber crash
Semiconductor company Ambarella is demonstrating a self-driving car on the roads of Silicon Valley, and ramping up its chip business.
The all-electric Jaguar I-Pace is Waymo’s latest self-driving car
The Jaguar I-Pace electric SUV will be Waymo's latest self-driving car. Waymo also plans to launch an autonomous ridesharing service this year.
Toyota halts autonomous car tests on public roads following Uber crash
Toyota has suspended public tests of its autonomous cars, citing the emotional toll Sunday's fatal Uber accident may have had on its own test drivers.
GM says it’s serious about commercializing self-driving cars
General Motors will begin building a self-driving car with no manual controls at its Orion, Michigan, factory next year.
A self-driving car in every driveway? Solid-state lidar is the key
Your car needs lidar to drive itself, but these sensors often cost more than a car. Cheap solid-state technology promises to unlock a self-driving revolution.
Watch how folks react during rides in Waymo’s driverless cars
Waymo is working hard to convince people of the safety of self-driving cars, with a new video showing the experiences of some of its riders.
Lyft to send its own self-driving cars out on the country’s biggest test track
Lyft has many partnerships with other firms involved with self-driving cars, but the ridesharing outfit is to start testing its own vehicles at GoMentum Station.
Toyota dedicates a new research company to autonomous tech
Meet Toyota Research Institute-Advanced Development, a brand new company which will focus on advancing the development of self-driving technology.
Day 3 at MWC2018: Huawei’s Mate 10 Pro drives an autonomous car
Huawei shows that a smartphone may one day drive your car, ASUS unveils their own iPhone X, Vivo's APEX concept phone showcases some next-gen tech.
Take a virtual ride in one of Waymo’s self-driving cars with this video
Waymo used footage from its self-driving car tests to try to re-create the experience of riding in one of the vehicles.
Ford’s self-driving cars are now delivering pizza in Miami
Ford is testing out how it can incorporate its self-driving technology into commercial efforts such as meal and package delivery, and ridesharing services.
Autonomous cars with remote operators to hit California streets in April
Autonomous cars operated via remote drivers may soon hit the road in California.The state DMV has said that it expects to approve the plan within a few days.
Google’s Waymo vs. Uber: Everything you need to know
Waymo filed a lawsuit against Uber alleging that Otto — a startup purchased by Uber last year — stole confidential information.
Daimler and Robert Bosch are teaming up to bring autonomous taxis to the road
Daimler will soon begin testing robo-taxis "in the next few months" alongside automotive supplier Robert Bosch.
Nuro wants to make pizza delivery guys a thing of the past
We learn about Nuro's newest approach to the autonomous car trend. It created a driverless car designed specifically for last-mile deliveries, potentially rendering awkward pizza delivery guys and Amazon couriers a thing of the past.
Waymo orders ‘thousands’ of Chrysler Pacifica minivans for its autonomous fleet
Waymo will receive "thousands" more Chrysler Pacifica minivans beginning later this year, in order to scale up an autonomous ridesharing service.
AAA finds American drivers becoming less afraid of self-driving cars
AAA's annual survey found American drivers less afraid of self-driving cars than just a year ago. The majority of drivers still don't trust autonomous vehicles, but the percentage is shrinking.
Atlanta is the latest testing ground for Waymo self-driving cars
Waymo is heading to Atlanta to test its self-driving cars. The Georgia city presents new challenges for the company's fleet of autonomous minivans.
Voyage finds the perfect place to test autonomous cars — a retirement village
The golden years are looking brighter than ever now that self-driving cars are involved. Voyage is testing autonomous cars in The Village.
At CES, Harman shows how it’s fighting cyberattacks on autonomous vehicles
At CES, Harman is showcasing its latest Shield Solution to combat cyberattacks and sensor spoofing on autonomous vehicles.
Kia’s future includes self-driving cars, more electrified models, car sharing
Kia will begin testing Level 4 autonomous cars in "smart cities" in 2021, and launch 16 new electrified models by 2025.
Boxy Toyota e-Palette concept is designed to transport both people and pizzas
The Toyota e-Palette concept is the basis for a new mobility service that encompasses both ridesharing and home delivery.
Here’s every company developing self-driving car tech at CES 2018
From Waymo to Lyft, these are the companies building the technology that makes self-driving cars possible, and they’re all out in force at CES 2018.
Toyota Platform 3.0 self-driving car prototype has better vision, sleeker looks
Toyota will bring its latest-generation prototype autonomous car to CES 2018. It features better sensors than predecessor cars.
Roborace self-driving race car gets an upgrade, but when will it actually race?
Roborace will use the Nvidia Pegasus AI platform for its self-driving race cars going forward, replacing the previous Drive PX 2 setup.
Lyft and Aptiv will shuttle CES attendees around Vegas in self-driving cars
Aptiv and Lyft will offer rides in self-driving cars during CES 2018. Cars will take passengers to 20 destinations in Las Vegas.
Qualcomm gets the green light from California to test self-driving technology
Qualcomm might not be a car company, but that doesn't mean it's not testing the future of car technology in California.