With the cameras and radars, the Ultra Cruise system also uses lidar technology to create an accurate 3D representation of the surroundings. Located behind the windshield, the lidar sensor provides more precise detection of objects and road features such as vehicles and lane markings, even in poor weather conditions. Furthermore,
South Korean tire manufacturer, Hankook & Company, has acquired driver-specific autonomous driving technologies from the Korean startup, 3Secondz. The startup was established in 2016 by CEO Kim Jae-woo and has developed advanced autonomous driving technologies based on real-time driving data collection and analysis. The partnership between Hankook & Company and
Public transportation operator Transdev AB has awarded a substantial electric bus (eBus) order to BYD, the world’s leading manufacturer of New Energy Vehicles (NEVs). The order consists of 52 BYD eBuses and is the largest order that Transdev has placed with BYD since the introduction of the brand to its
Automaker Ford has established Latitude AI, a subsidiary focused on developing a hands-free, eyes-off-the-road automated driving system for vehicles. The company aims to explore the use of automated driving features for unpleasant driving scenarios and improve customer experiences. Benefits of Latitude AI for Ford By forming Latitude AI, Ford will
Volvo Cars, a leading Swedish OEM, plans to open a new tech hub in Krakow, Poland, to support the company’s efforts to become a fully electric brand by 2030. The tech hub will serve as a software development center for the OEM, supporting the development of complete and key features
Luminar, a leading provider of Lidar technology, has announced that Mercedes-Benz will incorporate its sensors and software into a wide range of vehicles starting mid-decade. The expanded partnership between the two companies marks a significant development and will see Mercedes-Benz use Luminar’s Iris Lidar in an upcoming partially automated driving
Mercedes-Benz and Google have teamed up to revolutionize the way we experience driving. Their strategic partnership combines Mercedes-Benz’s expertise in automotive engineering and design with Google’s innovative data, artificial intelligence, and machine learning capabilities. The aim of this partnership is to create the ultimate connected car experience for Mercedes-Benz customers.
Telia and Ericsson‘s NorthStar program is an innovative 5G project that aims to accelerate the adoption of 5G technology and drive the development of new digital solutions across various industries. The program offers the necessary tools, resources, and secure connectivity to develop new use cases, with a focus on the
Nissan, in collaboration with Connected Places Catapult, TRL, Hitachi Europe, the University of Nottingham, and SBD Automotive, has launched the ServCity project, supported by the UK government’s Intelligent Mobility fund. The three-year research program aims to develop a blueprint for integrating autonomous vehicles (AVs) into UK cities’ infrastructure and providing
Aramex, a leading global provider of logistics and transportation solutions, has conducted successful tests of autonomous drone and robot delivery systems as part of its Future Delivery Program aimed at improving last-mile logistics. The company partnered with commercial drone delivery service provider Barq EV and delivery robotic specialist Kiwibot to
