Tag: safety

BYD Plans Zero-Accident Autopilot with Compensation Guarantee for Crashes

Chinese automaker BYD aims for zero accidents with its God’s Eye autopilot system and will cover damages if crashes occur.

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BYD Reports Autopilot-Equipped Vehicles Exhibit Sixfold Reduction in Serious Accidents Compared to Human Drivers

Chinese automaker BYD voluntarily shares data indicating its autopilot technology reduces serious accidents by six times compared to average human drivers.

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Valve Steam Controller Charger Raises Safety Concerns Over Electric Shock Risk

Valve’s Steam Controller charger has been reported as a potential electric shock hazard, raising safety concerns despite the device’s popularity.

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Tesla Recalls All Rear-Wheel-Drive Cybertruck Long Range Models Over Brake Disk Defect

Tesla is recalling all 173 rear-wheel-drive Cybertruck Long Range pickups due to a brake disk defect risking wheel hub failure.

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Chinese Researchers Develop Long-Lasting Air-Iron Flow Battery with Over 6000 Cycle Lifespan

Chinese scientists have introduced an air-iron flow battery that can exceed 6000 charge cycles without capacity loss, using a water-based electrolyte.

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Russia Commissions Its Most Powerful Nuclear Reactor Unit at Kursk NPP-2

The first power unit at Kursk NPP-2 has entered operation with a capacity of 1253 MW, marking it the most powerful reactor in Russia.

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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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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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Chinese Innovators Unveil Urban-Friendly Flying Vehicle with Ducted Fans

A new flying vehicle featuring ducted fan technology aims to enhance safety and practicality for urban air travel in China.

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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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Toyota Plans to Restrict Drivers from Disabling Safety Systems in Push for Zero Collisions

Toyota aims to prevent drivers from turning off safety features, using electronics to maintain control and reduce accidents.

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