WASHINGTON, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Self-Driving Coalition – dedicated to working with lawmakers, regulators and the public to realize the safety and societal benefits of autonomous vehicles (AVs) – announced today that Aurora and Embark have joined the Coalition’s Board of Directors. Both Embark and Aurora became members in 2020, and their addition… Continue reading Self-Driving Coalition Announces New Board Members Embark and Aurora
Tag: Mobility
Specular Theory Wins $4.5M Defense Contract Delivering Virtual Reality Training to Air Force Air Mobility Command and Air Force Global Strike Command
VENICE BEACH, Calif., June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — June 2, 2021 – Award-winning immersive software technology company Specular Theory Inc. announced today it was awarded a multimillion-dollar Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase III contract with the Department of Defense to expand its immersive training products supporting U.S. Air Force B-52, C-17 and KC-135 aircrew… Continue reading Specular Theory Wins $4.5M Defense Contract Delivering Virtual Reality Training to Air Force Air Mobility Command and Air Force Global Strike Command
Celonis Raises $1 Billion Series D Funding; Valued at More Than $11 Billion
Celonis, a Munich, Germany- and New York City, USA-based execution management company, raised $1 billion in Series D funding. The round, which increased its post-money valuation to more than $11 billion, was led new investors Durable Capital Partners LP and T. Rowe Price Associates, with participation from Franklin Templeton, Splunk Ventures and a group of principal investors… Continue reading Celonis Raises $1 Billion Series D Funding; Valued at More Than $11 Billion
Explainer: Tesla drops radar; is Autopilot system safe?
By Hyunjoo Jin 5 Min Read (Reuters) – Tesla Inc has dropped radar sensors from its semi-autonomous driving system, Autopilot, raising concerns over the safety of the camera-only version, Tesla Vision. FILE PHOTO: The interior of a Tesla Model S is shown in autopilot mode in San Francisco, California, U.S., April 7, 2016. REUTERS/Alexandria Sage/File… Continue reading Explainer: Tesla drops radar; is Autopilot system safe?
New 2022 Tacoma Trail Edition 4×4 is Ready for Adventure
Take to the TrailsTacoma owners love to get outside and explore, and the 2022 Trail Edition adds some key upgrades that make it the ideal travel companion. Based on the best-selling SR5 grade and only available in 4×4 Double Cab, Tacoma Trail Edition gets additional lift both at the front and rear of the truck… Continue reading New 2022 Tacoma Trail Edition 4×4 is Ready for Adventure
Toyota Debuts All-Electric SUV Concept in U.S.
“Roughly the size of a RAV4, with the versatility to stand apart from other BEVs, it will be well-positioned in the sweet spot of the market,” said Lisa Materazzo, group vice president of Toyota Marketing. “And the best part is, it’s a Toyota – with the legendary quality, durability and reliability our customers expect.” Jointly… Continue reading Toyota Debuts All-Electric SUV Concept in U.S.
Drivers Rejoice! Toyota Debuts All New GR 86
GR 86’s driver-focused cockpit is designed to elevate the daily driving experience while also offering a simplicity that keeps drivers squarely focused on the road. Start up the GR 86, and you’re greeted by a 7-inch Thin Film Transistor (TFT) screen with an opening animation sequence inspired by the piston movements of the GR 86’s… Continue reading Drivers Rejoice! Toyota Debuts All New GR 86
Volvo Penta acquires majority stake in marine battery systems pioneer ZEM AS
GOTHENBURG, Sweden, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Volvo Penta has announced an exciting new acquisition of ZEM – a company with 12 years of market experience as a supplier of both marine battery systems and complete electric drivelines and a strong track record in Norway, the most mature marine e-mobility market in the world. “As a… Continue reading Volvo Penta acquires majority stake in marine battery systems pioneer ZEM AS
Digital Guardian Angel for Cyclists
Continental and Deutsche Telekom develop collision warning system For car, bike, pedelec and scooter riders as well as pedestrians Focus on safety for World Bike Day on June 3 Frankfurt, Germany, June 2, 2021. Continental and Deutsche Telekom are protecting cyclists: The two companies are developing a system that warns of accidents between connected vehicles… Continue reading Digital Guardian Angel for Cyclists
The Future of Car Rental Telematics Is Direct OEM Integration
Most telematics installations for car rental still go through the OBD-II port, which was cumbersome if a T-harness was required. New systems forego the OBD-II port entirely, while the future entails connecting to the automotive OEM’s modem. Photo via Wikimedia Commons/saitobesho. Auto Rental News sat down with Thomas Brady, chief technology officer and cofounder of RentalMatics,… Continue reading The Future of Car Rental Telematics Is Direct OEM Integration