Waymo Vs. Tesla: Who Is Winning The AV Tech War?
Waymo and Tesla are approaching AV tech from different directions. But will other companies win the autonomous driving sweepstakes?
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Tesla’s Lack Of LIDAR For Autopilot Is Legit & Provides Competitive Edge, Research Hints
A Seeking Alpha writer says Tesla has a big lead over other companies in autonomous technology because it has chosen to not use expensive LIDAR technology. A new study says self-driving systems that rely on cameras can be just as effective and cost considerably less.
Congress Still Hates Biofuel (For the Military)
The U.S. military is – perhaps unsurprisingly – one of the driving forces behind alternative fuel sources; after all, not being dependent on potentially hostile foreign countries for vital fuel is a matter of national security. However, in the short term, said alternative fuels are more expensive than standard fossil fuels, and that creates a few problems. […]
