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A cutting-edge self-driving system just achieved an unprecedented six-win streak in China's toughest autonomous driving competition. The victory marks a major milestone in making fully automated cars safe and reliable for everyday drivers.
Scientists at Rice University created a roadside sensor the size of an orange that helps self-driving cars see hidden obstacles like pedestrians and cyclists. The device works like a second set of eyes, catching blind spots that car sensors miss.
Decades of military drone operations have taught engineers exactly how to make self-driving cars safer and more reliable. A former Navy fighter pilot is sharing five critical lessons that could prevent accidents and save lives on our roads.
Scientists created an AI system that lets self-driving cars recall past road situations to make safer decisions in traffic. The breakthrough could make autonomous vehicles smarter in complex, unpredictable situations.
Autonomous vehicle companies are taking their technology to one of the world's most challenging cities. Tokyo's narrow streets and dense traffic are becoming the ultimate testing ground for self-driving cars that could transform urban transportation worldwide.
MIT researchers just solved a major problem that's kept lidar sensors bulky and expensive. Their breakthrough could bring safer, more affordable self-driving cars to our roads within years.
South Korea just demonstrated rental cars that drive themselves to your location and park themselves when you're done. The country's largest rental car federation is now racing to adopt the technology after seeing it work.
Major automaker Stellantis is teaming up with AI startup Wayve to bring hands-free, door-to-door driving to your garage by 2028. The technology means your own car becomes your personal chauffeur, not just a robotaxi you wait for.
Chinese automaker BYD is doing something no car company has ever done: paying for every single expense when its autonomous driving system causes an accident, with no limits and no fine print. The move could change how the entire industry handles self-driving technology.
Waymo just launched its most advanced self-driving system yet, bringing safer autonomous rides to more cities while cutting costs. After nearly 200 million fully autonomous miles, the tech is getting better and cheaper at the same time.
A British self-driving car company just landed $1.2 billion from tech giants and automakers who believe its smarter approach could finally bring autonomous vehicles to everyday drivers. Unlike competitors building expensive custom systems, Wayve created AI that works with any car's existing sensors and chips.
Beijing just became the first Chinese city to offer specialized insurance for self-driving cars, filling a critical gap that's been holding back the autonomous vehicle revolution. The new policies protect everything from software upgrades to cybersecurity risks that traditional car insurance never covered.
Portugal just greenlit autonomous vehicle testing on public roads starting July, with safety rules designed to make transportation accessible for everyone. The move could help people who can't drive due to disabilities gain new independence.
Chinese automaker BYD is doing something no car company has done before: paying for crashes when its self-driving system is at fault. It's a game-changing move that puts accountability where the technology lives.
British AI company Wayve just secured one of the UK's largest ever funding rounds to bring self-driving cars to London streets this year. The technology can handle everything from potholes to busy city centers without pre-mapped routes.
Japanese researchers just solved one of the biggest problems holding back self-driving cars in cities. Their new GPS method works reliably even when tall buildings block signals.
Nissan is rolling out AI-powered autonomous driving systems across nearly all its future vehicles by 2027, starting with this summer's new minivan. The technology push aims to put safer, smarter cars in driveways worldwide.
Chinese automaker BYD just became the only car company in the world with complete control over its self-driving technology, launching China's first homegrown 4nm smart driving chip. The breakthrough puts advanced autonomous driving within reach while slashing costs.
Israel just greenlit Tesla's autonomous driving system for real-world road trials, marking a major step toward integrating self-driving technology into everyday life. The carefully monitored pilot program will help shape the future of transportation in the region.
A California auto shop owner spent two years and $40,000 converting a classic Ford Mustang into a fully electric Tesla with working self-driving software. The project proves Tesla's advanced technology can work in vehicles it was never designed for.
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