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US unveils 'V2V' plan for cars to talk to each other
AFP, Published on 14/12/2016
» WASHINGTON - US officials announced a proposal Tuesday to help speed up the adoption of autonomous vehicles by requiring new cars to communicate with each other and "speak the same language."
Germany conducting inquiry into Tesla autopilot system
AFP, Published on 09/10/2016
» BERLIN - Germany said Saturday it was still investigating the operation of the autopilot system on cars made by electric automaker Tesla, as German media reported an internal ministerial report called it "dangerous".
VW plans to launch more than 30 electric models by 2025
AFP, Published on 16/06/2016
» FRANKFURT - Volkswagen said Thursday it plans to launch more than 30 all-electric models by 2025 as the scandal-hit auto giant tries to reposition itself as a leading player in environmentally sustainable modes of transport.
Ethics dilemmas may hold back autonomous cars: study
AFP, Published on 24/06/2016
» WASHINGTON - If it has to make a choice, will your autonomous car kill you or pedestrians on the street?
Technology drive sees 'connected car' link-ups in China
AFP, Published on 27/04/2016
» BEIJING - China has the youngest premium car buyers in the world, and their tech-savvy demand for "connected cars" -- coupled with Communist regulations -- is driving international automakers into the arms of the country's Internet giants.
Google autonomous car project teams with FiatChrysler
AFP, Published on 04/05/2016
» SAN FRANCISCO - Google parent Alphabet on Tuesday announced that it has partnered with Fiat Chrysler to expand its fleet of self-driving vehicles.
Nissan suspends electric cars mobile app over hacking fears
AFP, Published on 26/02/2016
» TOKYO - Nissan Motor said on Friday it has suspended a mobile phone application for a pair of electric vehicles, including the world's top seller, after finding it can be easily hacked.
California proposes rules for self-driving cars
AFP, Published on 17/12/2015
» SAN FRANCISCO - California motor vehicle department officials on Wednesday proposed self-driving car regulations that included mandating that a licensed driver be available and able to take the wheel if needed.
Mystery electric car startup unveils prototype
AFP, Published on 05/01/2016
» LAS VEGAS - The mystery electric car startup Faraday Future, which seeks to "redefine mobility," unveiled its first prototype vehicle while offering few details on its ownership and structure.
Volkswagen launches 'smart' electric revamp of minivan
AFP, Published on 06/01/2016
» LAS VEGAS - Meet the revamped Volkswagen Kombi -- once a hippie favorite, the minivan has been transformed into an electric, connected vehicle of the future.