Driverless Cars
Coverage of Driverless Cars in the Nexus archive.
- Waymo’s driverless cars involved in 68% fewer crashes than human drivers, U.S. study finds
Waymo driverless cars experienced 68% fewer crashes than human drivers over three years across four U.S. cities, according to data from the U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The study highlights the safety performance of autonomous vehicles compared to human-operated ones.
- Waymos driving speed limit in left lane as training at airport continues, THP weighs in
Waymo is training driverless cars at an airport in Nashville, with operations covering a 60-square-mile area. The Tennessee Highway Patrol is commenting on the training activities.
- SMU report suggests driverless cars could cut congestion in DFW, concerns remain
An SMU study supports the claim that driverless cars could reduce congestion and commute times in DFW, though skepticism remains.
- Waymo recalls thousands of its driverless cars after some failed to avoid flooded roads
Waymo recalled over 3,000 vehicles due to a software issue causing them to drive into standing water. The recall is voluntary and affects the company's driverless cars. The issue led some vehicles to fail in avoiding flooded roads.
- California to begin ticketing driverless cars that violate traffic laws
California will start issuing tickets to autonomous vehicles that break traffic laws, marking a new enforcement approach for self-driving cars. The policy targets violations such as speeding or failing to stop at red lights, with penalties applied to the vehicle's owner or operator.
- California police can start ticketing driverless cars this July
California's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced new rules effective July 1 allowing police to ticket autonomous vehicles. The regulations mark a step toward integrating self-driving technology into existing legal frameworks.
- Waymo Is Trying to Crack Down on Solo Kids in Driverless Cars
Waymo is implementing age-verification checks to prevent solo children from riding in driverless cars, as reported by adult riders. The company states it is refining its system in areas where unaccompanied minors are prohibited.
- Robotaxis that violate California rules of the road will soon be ticketed. Here's how
California will soon start ticketing robotaxis for violating road rules, a change from previous practices where driverless cars weren't penalized like human-driven vehicles.
- Tesla’s Earnings Beat Expectations Amid Focus on Robotics, Driverless Cars
Tesla reported earnings that exceeded market expectations, with increased focus on advancements in robotics and driverless car technology. The company highlighted these innovations as key growth areas alongside its core automotive business.