In an experiment that may have implications for humans, researchers at the University of Richmond say lab rats are happier driving electric cars than being ferried around in autonomous vehicles. Imagine that.
Tesla has acquired DeepScale, an artificial intelligence company that focuses on computers for self-driving cars. The terms of the deal have not been announced.
Luminar has introduced a $500 lidar unit that is the size of a soda can and weighs just 2 pounds. It could represent the next step forward for self-driving cars.
Volkswagen began its marketing campaign for the ID Crozz electric SUV in Los Angeles this week. Here are the details from that event.
Tires are changing. Michelin and General Motors will begin testing of new Uptis airless tires this year. Bridgestone has new QuietTrack tires for electric cars.
Researchers at Cornell have developed a stereo camera imaging system they say is almost as good as lidar at a fraction of the cost. Meanwhile, Apple has applied for a patent that would add sensors to the head and tail light assemblies of vehicles.
A study by researchers at the University of Michigan suggests the total energy needed for the transportation sector may increase when autonomous cars become available because people will be able to multi-task while driving, giving them an incentive to drive more.
The futuristic Audi AI:ME autonomous electric city car was featured this week at the Shanghai auto show. Based on the Volkswagen MEB platform, it hints at what future cars from Volkswagen Group may be like.
EVelozcity is now Canoo, the latest EV startup with offices in LA. It says its cars will look nothing like existing cars and will be available on a subscription basis.
GO Transit in Toronto has begun a spirited new marketing campaign designed to get more people to ride the bus. Kudos for taking a creative, innovative approach to an often dull subject.
