Artificial intelligence is on everyone’s lips and is bringing about changes, especially in the world of work. But there are also changes in everyday life, especially on the street. Using AI can Speed cameras in Germany In some cases, it can now also detect whether someone is using their cell phone while driving. But how… Continue reading Speed cameras with AI in Germany
Tag: Waymo/Google
German Manager Magazine: Waymo: Robotaxi company breaks 100,000 trips per week mark003514
Costs should fall The company’s self-driving vehicles are expensive because of the built-in computers, cameras and sensors – but Waymo is in the process of reducing costs. The next generation of vehicles and their software only need 13 cameras instead of the previous 29. The number of laser radars that scan the area around the… Continue reading German Manager Magazine: Waymo: Robotaxi company breaks 100,000 trips per week mark003514
Waymo says it has doubled its weekly paid robotaxi trips to 100,000 since May
A Waymo autonomous self-driving Jaguar taxi drives along a street on March 14, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. Mario Tama | Getty Images Waymo is now providing more than 100,000 paid robotaxi rides per week in the U.S., according to a LinkedIn announcement by co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana. That’s double the 50,000 weekly paid trips the… Continue reading Waymo says it has doubled its weekly paid robotaxi trips to 100,000 since May
Waymo Driver is entering its 6th generation
The sixth generation of the Waymo Driver is in the starting blocks and promises a revolution in autonomous driving. With thousands of miles of experience on real roads and millions in simulations, the system learns faster and more efficiently than ever before. Waymo has made significant progress in the development and operation of fully autonomous… Continue reading Waymo Driver is entering its 6th generation
Waymo is developing a roomier robotaxi with less-expensive tech
Waymo announced their sixth generation self-driving car. Alphabet-owned Waymo revealed details about its newest “generation 6” self-driving technology on Monday. Its new driverless tech, integrated into Geely Zeekr electric vehicles, should be able to handle a wider array of weather conditions without requiring as many costly cameras and sensors on board. The company invited CNBC… Continue reading Waymo is developing a roomier robotaxi with less-expensive tech
Waymo’s sixth-generation autonomous fleet has fewer sensors ‘without compromising safety’
Alphabet-owned Waymo unveiled its sixth-generation Driver system on Monday with a more efficient sensor setup. Despite having a reduced camera and LiDAR sensor count from the current platform, the self-driving ride’s new setup allegedly maintains safety levels. Once it’s ready for public rides, it will coexist with the current-gen lineup. CNBC reports that the new… Continue reading Waymo’s sixth-generation autonomous fleet has fewer sensors ‘without compromising safety’
Waymo’s new robotaxi will feature fewer sensors to help lower costs
/ The company says its sixth-generation hardware is ‘optimized for costs’ but makes no mention of possible tariffs against Chinese EVs. By Andrew J. Hawkins, transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. Share this… Continue reading Waymo’s new robotaxi will feature fewer sensors to help lower costs
Waymo’s robotaxi depot is still honking its San Francisco neighbors awake
/ Waymo’s fix for its honking autonomous cars seems to be a work in progress. By Wes Davis, a weekend editor who covers the latest in tech and entertainment. He has written news, reviews, and more as a tech journalist since 2020. Share this story If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media… Continue reading Waymo’s robotaxi depot is still honking its San Francisco neighbors awake
Nighttime disruption: Waymo robotaxis should no longer honk at each other at night
Waymo robotaxis were honking at each other at night in a parking lot in the middle of the city in San Francisco – thanks to an update, that should now be over. (Waymo, car) Go to Source
Confused Robotaxis Gather in Droves to Honk at Each Other All Night
“At first I actually found it really funny, these cars are honking at each other. I don’t find it funny anymore.” Feeling Horny Being a driver in a big city means you’re probably going to use your horn — a lot. And now, weeks after debuting rides to the entire public, Waymo robotaxis in San… Continue reading Confused Robotaxis Gather in Droves to Honk at Each Other All Night