MIT study finds Tesla drivers become inattentive when Autopilot is activated Tech and Gaming Blog Technology by Rebecca Bellan - September 21, 20210 By the end of this week, potentially thousands of Tesla owners will be testing out the automaker’s newest version of its “Full Self-Driving” beta software, version 10.0.1, on public roads, even as regulators and federal officials investigate the safety of the system after a few high-profile crashes. A new study from
Ryder to build logistics network with autonomous trucking company Embark Tech and Gaming Blog Technology by Rebecca Bellan - September 17, 20210 Supply chain and fleet management solutions company Ryder is partnering with yet another autonomous trucking company. On Thursday, Ryder announced its plans to help Embark launch a nationwide network of up to 100 transfer points that will be owned and operated by the autonomous trucking developer. This is Ryder’s third public
GM extends Chevy Bolt EV production shutdown through mid-October Tech and Gaming Blog Technology by Rebecca Bellan - September 17, 20210 General Motors is extending the shutdown of its Orion Assembly Plant until at least mid-October as a result of a battery pack shortage related to the recently announced Chevy Bolt EV and EUV safety recall. Bloomberg first reported that the company intends to idle its plant through the week of
Chinese tech giant Baidu begins publicly testing Apollo Go robotaxis in Shanghai Tech and Gaming Blog Technology by Rebecca Bellan - September 14, 20210 Chinese search engine giant Baidu has begun publicly testing its Apollo Go robotaxi mobile platform in Shanghai, marking the company’s continued expansion of its footprint in China. While Baidu says its robotaxis have achieved Level 4 capabilities, a human safety operator will be present during all rides, which are open to
Advanced rider assistance systems: Tech spawned by the politics of micromobility Tech and Gaming Blog Technology by Rebecca Bellan - September 11, 20210 The desire to achieve something as simple as keeping shared electric scooters off sidewalks has driven the development of some advanced technology in the micromobility industry. Once the province of geofencing, scooter companies are so eager to get a leg up on the competition that they’re now implementing technology similar
Uber Eats, Grubhub, DoorDash sue NYC for limiting fees the apps can charge restaurants Tech and Gaming Blog Technology by Rebecca Bellan - September 10, 20210 Food ordering and delivery platforms DoorDash, Caviar, Grubhub, Seamless, Postmates and Uber Eats have banded together to sue the City of New York over a law that would permanently limit the amount of commissions the apps can charge restaurants to use their services. The Wall Street Journal first reported the news
Squad Mobility eyes shared platforms as target for its compact solar electric quadricycle Tech and Gaming Blog Technology by Rebecca Bellan - September 9, 20210 Squad Mobility’s vision of the perfect urban vehicle is a low-cost EV equipped with solar panels, swappable batteries and enough zip and range in its diminutive 6.5-foot package to meet the needs of city drivers. The early stage Dutch startup, which recently revealed the final design of its quadricycle, is now
China’s WeRide unveils Robovan, its first electric, autonomous cargo van Tech and Gaming Blog Technology by Rebecca Bellan - September 9, 20210 Chinese autonomous driving company WeRide has unveiled its first cargo van, the vessel upon which it will self-drive into the world of urban logistics. WeRide will work with Chinese automobile manufacturer Jiangling Motors (JMC) and Chinese express delivery company ZTO Express to commercialize its first self-driving van at scale. The deal
Geely’s ride-hailing unit Cao Cao Mobility raises $589M Series B to upgrade tech and expand fleet Tech and Gaming Blog Technology by Rebecca Bellan - September 8, 20210 Cao Cao Mobility, the ride-hailing unit of Chinese automaker Geely Automobile Holdings, has announced a $589 million (RMB 3.8 billion) Series B raise that the company says will help it upgrade its technology and expand its fleet, according to a statement released by the company (in Chinese). The raise, which Cao
BP Ventures invests $11.9M in in-car payments provider Ryd to support expansion Tech and Gaming Blog Technology by Rebecca Bellan - September 7, 20210 BP Ventures, the investing arm of oil and gas giant BP, has announced a €10 million (~$11.9 million) investment in Ryd, a German in-car digital payments provider. The fresh funds will help Ryd expand its service into international markets and build out its offering, according to a statement. Ryd’s service allows