In a strategic move to advance autonomous trucking in Japan, AI-driven autonomous trucking software developer Plus has announced a partnership with Tier IV, a pioneer in open-source autonomous driving technology. The collaboration aims to accelerate the development and deployment of ‘Autonomy 2.0’ solutions, beginning with Level 4 autonomous trucks on Japan’s expressways. This initiative aligns […]
Rivian is taking a bold step forward in vehicle autonomy with the introduction of Enhanced Highway Assist on its Gen 2 R1 vehicles. This hands-off driving system marks the company’s first significant leap into advanced autonomy under the Rivian Autonomy Platform. Initially covering 135,000 miles of highways across the U.S. and Canada, the system is […]
Lotus Robotics, the autonomous driving division of Lotus, has joined forces with CaoCao Mobility, a ride-hailing company backed by Geely Holding, to accelerate the global deployment of self-driving solutions. Through this collaboration, they have launched what they claim to be China’s first fully comprehensive autonomous driving system, powered by Lotus Robotics. This innovative system integrates […]
Nissan Motor Co. has recently showcased its latest advancements in autonomous driving (AD) technology with a real-world demonstration in Yokohama’s Minato Mirai district. This marks a significant milestone for Japan, as it is the first instance of a test vehicle navigating public roads in a complex urban setting without a human driver inside the car. […]
Germany is once again setting the benchmark for automated driving, as Mercedes-Benz gains approval to test special marker lights for its Level-3 autonomous driving system, DRIVE PILOT. The Stuttgart Regional Council has granted nationwide permission for these tests until July 2028, making Germany the first country in Europe to introduce this innovation. The move enhances […]
Hyundai Motor Company has officially entered into a strategic partnership with Avride, an emerging autonomous vehicle and delivery robot startup. This collaboration is set to drive the expansion of self-driving technology, with a key focus on deploying up to 100 autonomous IONIQ 5 robotaxis by 2025. The foundation of this partnership traces back to 2019, […]
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) and its subsidiary, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Machinery Systems, Ltd. (MHI-MS), are set to participate in Japan’s first autonomous truck trial on a section of the Shin-Tomei Expressway. The trial, initiated by Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT), the National Institute for Land and Infrastructure Management (NILIM), and […]
WeRide is set to mark a significant milestone in autonomous mobility with the launch of its first fully driverless commercial Robobus service in Europe. Partnering with Beti, Renault Group, and Macif, WeRide will introduce its L4 autonomous shuttle service in France’s Drôme region. This deployment will offer a high-level automated transportation solution, operating at speeds […]
In a groundbreaking step toward enhancing efficiency, Royal Schiphol Group, in partnership with KLM, is deploying a cutting-edge self-driving baggage vehicle developed by Aurrigo International. This initiative aims to improve the management of passenger baggage, particularly for those with extended layovers, by optimizing how baggage with long transfer times is handled. Schiphol Airport manages approximately […]
Mobileye has unveiled a groundbreaking series of Electronic Control Units (ECUs) designed to provide modular solutions for different levels of driving automation. These ECUs cater to a wide spectrum of automation needs, ranging from advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) to fully autonomous vehicles. The series is powered by the cutting-edge EyeQ6H chip and is available […]
