Tag: driver assistance

Tesla Electric Vehicles Reach 16 Billion Kilometers Driven in Autonomous Mode

Tesla’s fleet has collectively logged over 16 billion kilometers in autonomous mode, marking a significant milestone toward driverless operation.

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Google Introduces Gemini AI Assistant in Millions of Vehicles with Enhanced Interaction and Diagnostics

Google is rolling out its advanced Gemini AI assistant in cars, enabling more natural conversations and improved vehicle status insights.

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GM’s Super Cruise Driver Assistance System Surpasses One Billion Miles Over Nine Years

GM’s Super Cruise has logged over one billion miles, emphasizing safety and driver monitoring on mapped highways since 2017.

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Tesla Autopilot Nearly Leads Vehicle into Oncoming Train at Closed Railroad Crossing

A Tesla vehicle using Autopilot narrowly avoided a collision after crossing a closed railroad barrier in the US, raising concerns about the system’s response near train crossings.

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Dutch Regulator Greenlights Tesla’s Full Self-Driving Software for Use in the Netherlands

Tesla’s Full Self-Driving software receives regulatory approval from the Dutch authority RDW, marking a first in Europe.

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Tesla Ends NHTSA Probe Into Smart Summon Feature After Software Update

Tesla resolved an NHTSA investigation into its Smart Summon feature with a software update addressing safety concerns.

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U.S. Regulator Expands Tesla Autopilot Probe Following Nine Crash Incidents

The U.S. safety regulator intensifies scrutiny of Tesla’s Autopilot after nine crashes, including one fatal, to assess its response to changing road conditions.

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Automakers Develop Systems Allowing Drivers to Divert Attention, Raising Safety and Liability Concerns

Automakers advance toward driver distraction-allowing systems, prompting new debates on safety protocols and legal responsibility.

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Tesla Restricts Basic Autopilot Features in North America to Boost FSD Subscriptions

Tesla has removed some basic Autopilot functions from its entry-level electric vehicles in North America to encourage adoption of its Full Self-Driving subscription.

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Tesla’s Robotaxi Pilot Retains Safety Drivers in Adjacent Vehicles

Tesla’s robotaxi trials continue with safety drivers monitoring from neighboring cars rather than inside the autonomous vehicles themselves.

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