Self-driving camper vans inch closer as VW tests autonomous Bullis

Electric camper vans offer some compelling advantages that we’re looking forward to enjoying at campgrounds and backcountry sites, but what we’re really yearning to see is a self-driving motorhome. Something about starting the vacation by kicking back … Continue reading Self-driving camper vans inch closer as VW tests autonomous Bullis

“LoadRunners” designed to autonomously speed goods through warehouses

Due to the current pandemic, people are shopping online like never before. This means that distribution warehouses have become very busy places, where goods need to be transported quickly but safely – and that’s where the LoadRunner comes in.Continue R… Continue reading “LoadRunners” designed to autonomously speed goods through warehouses

Powered “underwater glider” has no external moving parts

When scientists wish to gather oceanographic data over long distances – but without disturbing marine life – autonomous “underwater gliders” are often used. A new one is claimed to be highly maneuverable, yet it has no external propulsion or steering s… Continue reading Powered “underwater glider” has no external moving parts

Aftermarket kit gives existing tractors an autonomous mode

Although autonomous tractors may be well-suited to some applications, there are other times when a human driver is still required. That’s where a new kit comes in, as it allows existing tractors to be switched between autonomous and manual modes.Contin… Continue reading Aftermarket kit gives existing tractors an autonomous mode

New Flyer launches North America’s first Level 4 autonomous transit bus

Heavy duty transit bus maker New Flyer and Maryland-based autonomous vehicle development company Robotic Research have unveiled the Xcelsior AV self-driving transit bus, which is reported to be North America’s first fully operational heavy duty autonom… Continue reading New Flyer launches North America’s first Level 4 autonomous transit bus

AutoX opens up fully driverless RoboTaxi service to Shenzhen public

After partnering with Alibaba to trial ride-haling robo taxis with a safety driver aboard last year, and subsequently opening up the service to the public, AutoX went on to launch the first fully driverless pilot in Shenzhen last month. Now the company… Continue reading AutoX opens up fully driverless RoboTaxi service to Shenzhen public

Sono Motors and EasyMile embed solar cells in driverless shuttle

At the online-only CES 2021 earlier this month, German mobility startup Sono Motors revealed a collaboration with EasyMile to install its solar technology on driverless shuttles. Now we have a few more details.Continue ReadingCategory: Urban Transport,… Continue reading Sono Motors and EasyMile embed solar cells in driverless shuttle

Microsoft teams up with Cruise on development of self-driving cars

Microsoft is looking to leverage its prowess in cloud computing to help usher in the era of autonomous vehicles, with the company announcing a partnership with Cruise, the self-driving arm of General Motors. Described as long-term, the partnership aims… Continue reading Microsoft teams up with Cruise on development of self-driving cars

Microsoft teams up with Cruise on development of self-driving cars

Microsoft is looking to leverage its prowess in cloud computing to help usher in the era of autonomous vehicles, with the company announcing a partnership with Cruise, the self-driving arm of General Motors. Described as long-term, the partnership aims… Continue reading Microsoft teams up with Cruise on development of self-driving cars

Nuro gets permit to start commercial autonomous deliveries in California

Almost three years after revealing its autonomous delivery vehicle, robotics startup Nuro has been given the green light for commercial operations in California. Initially, service needs will be met by fully autonomous Prius vehicles, but the R2 delive… Continue reading Nuro gets permit to start commercial autonomous deliveries in California