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Judge blocks NYC’s law limiting Uber drivers ‘cruising’ for new passengers – The Verge
New York City’s law to limit the amount of time Uber and Lyft drivers can spend cruising for passengers in busy parts of the city is “arbitrary and capricious,” a New York State Supreme Court judge ruled Monday. Last summer, the city’s Taxi and Limousine passed rules requiring drivers reduce so-called deadheading — or the… Continue reading Judge blocks NYC’s law limiting Uber drivers ‘cruising’ for new passengers – The Verge
December 10th, 2019 Press release LeddarTech Partners with First Sensor to Acceler…
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LeddarTech Partners with First Sensor to Accelerate LiDAR Deployment for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems and Autonomous Driving Applications
QUEBEC CITY, December 10, 2019— LeddarTech®, an industry leader in providing the most versatile and scalable auto and mobility LiDAR platform, is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with First Sensor AG, a leading developer of advanced sensor solutions that is also now joining the Leddar Ecosystem™.
LeddarTech, with the support of First Sensor and other industry leaders, is developing the only open and comprehensive LiDAR platform option for OEMs and Tier1s. The platform provides the following benefits:
A more complete and comprehensive set of solutions that addresses the requirements of OEMs and Tier1s;
Common architectures as well as standardized components that ensure lower risk, improved production volume scalability, cost optimization and flexibility to address multiple LiDAR applications;
A scalable platform roadmap ensuring increased performance and cost optimization;
The ability to leverage leading and complementary IP, expertise, and support from technology leaders.
Overall, these benefits will increase the success for LeddarTech customers and provide the safest, most viable path to volume deployment for ADAS & AD applications.
LeddarTech and First Sensor will initiate this collaboration with the development of a LiDAR Evaluation Kit, demonstrating a technical concept in a working LiDAR and creating a tool for Tier 1s and system integrators to develop their own LiDAR based on LeddarEngine technology, First Sensor APDs, and additional ecosystem partners’ technologies, products, and services. The evaluation kit will be primarily targeting automotive front LiDAR applications for high-speed highway driving such as Highway Pilot and Traffic Jam Assist.
“We are delighted to partner with First Sensor, one of the world’s leading developers and producers of chips, components, sensors, and sensor systems as a strategic partner” stated Michael Poulin, Vice-President, Product Management at LeddarTech. “First Sensor, LeddarTech and other select members, working synergistically as part of the Leddar Ecosystem, will provide increased value to our customers.”
“Our commitment is to design and develop market matching automotive-quality LiDAR solutions, and the opportunity to collaborate with LeddarTech is one that will really enable us to advance the autonomous driving space,” said Dr. Marc Schillgalies, VP Development, First Sensor AG. “Autonomous driving is a market that’s evolving on a daily basis and, with LeddarTech, we’re developing next-generation technologies to power these technologies for OEMs for many years to come.”
About LeddarTech®
LeddarTech is an industry leader providing the most versatile and scalable auto and mobility LiDAR platform based on the unique LeddarEngineTM which consists of a suite of automotive-grade, functional safety certified SoCs working in tandem with proprietary LeddarSPTM signal processing software. The company is responsible for several innovations in cutting-edge mobility remote-sensing applications, with over 70 patented technologies (granted or pending) enhancing ADAS and autonomous driving capabilities.
LeddarTech also serves the mobility market with solid-state high-performance LiDAR module solutions for autonomous shuttles, trucks, buses, delivery vehicles, and robotaxis. These modules are developed to support the mobility market but also to demonstrate the capabilities of LeddarTech’s auto and mobility platform as a basis for other LiDAR suppliers to build upon.
Additional information about LeddarTech is accessible at www.LeddarTech.com, and on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube.
About First Sensor AG
Founded as a technology start-up in the early 1990s, today, First Sensor is a global player in sensor technology. Based on the company’s know-how in chip design and production as well as microelectronic packaging, First Sensor develops standard sensors and custom sensor solutions in the fields of photonics, pressure, and advanced electronics. These solutions serve the ever-growing demand for advanced sensing applications in the Industrial, Medical, and Mobility markets. First Sensor’s strength in designing sensors for light detection and ranging (LiDAR) systems is also fueling the next generation of mobility solutions, contributing in particular to the latest autonomous vehicle applications through adaptive cruise control, collision avoidance, and more. First Sensor has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 1999 [Prime Standard Ι WKN: 720190 Ι ISIN DE0007201907 Ι SIS]. Further information: www.first-sensor.com.
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December 17th, 2019 Press release LeddarTech Exhibits LiDAR Technology at CES 2020…
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LeddarTech Exhibits LiDAR Technology at CES 2020 from January 7-10 in Las Vegas in Collaboration with the Government of Quebec
LeddarTech joins an esteemed group of companies at the Government of Canada Booth in collaboration with the Government of Quebec’s Ministry of Economy and Innovation
QUEBEC CITY, December 17, 2019 — LeddarTech®, an industry leader in LiDAR technology that designs the most versatile and scalable Auto and Mobility LiDAR Platform in the market, today announced that it will join the Quebec delegation at CES 2020, representing some of Quebec’s most innovative companies. This opportunity is occurring due to an initiative organized and made possible by Quebec’s Ministry of the Economy and Innovation under the leadership of the Honorable Minister Mr. Pierre Fitzgibbon, in collaboration with the Government of Canada
“LeddarTech is excited and honored to join the Government of Quebec at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show” stated Daniel Aitken, Vice President of Global Marketing & Communications for LeddarTech. “In the past 18 months, LeddarTech has expanded into Europe, America, and Asia; this successful expansion to new markets is a testament to how Canada in general and Quebec in particular, are at the forefront of innovation and the support of the technology sector’’ Mr. Aitken concluded.
Visit LeddarTech at the Quebec Ministry of Economy and Innovation Booth located at 35824 Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall 4
Schedule a meeting with LeddarTech during CES
CES 2020 is a return for LeddarTech who has been committed to this annual event for several years now. This year, LeddarTech will be participating in several different locations throughout the conference as it continues to gain accolades and attention for its industry-leading LiDAR solutions. This year is especially significant as LeddarTech was honored as a CES 2020 Innovation Award Honoree for the newly launched LeddarTM Pixell, a Cocoon LiDAR recently released for the autonomous vehicle market. Launched in September of this year, the Leddar Pixell has won both praises and awards from industry associations and customers alike.
Leddar™ Pixell Benefits:
Dependable object and Vulnurable Road User (VRU) detection
Wide 180° horizontal field of view
No dead zone in the illuminated field of view
Exceptional durability
3D Flash, solid-state design with no moving parts
IP67 enclosure with impact-resistant windows and automotive-grade connectors
About LeddarTech
LeddarTech is an industry leader providing the most versatile and scalable auto and mobility LiDAR platform based on the unique LeddarEngine™ which consists of a suite of automotive-grade, functional safety certified SoCs working in tandem with proprietary LeddarSP™ signal processing software. The company is responsible for several innovations in cutting-edge mobility remote-sensing applications, with over 70 patented technologies (granted or pending) enhancing ADAS and autonomous driving capabilities.
LeddarTech also serves the mobility market with solid-state high-performance LiDAR module solutions for autonomous shuttles, trucks, buses, delivery vehicles, and robotaxis. These modules are developed to support the mobility market but also to demonstrate the capabilities of LeddarTech’s auto and mobility platform as a basis for other LiDAR suppliers to build upon.
Additional information about LeddarTech is accessible at www.LeddarTech.com, and on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube.
Leddar, LeddarTech, LeddarEngine, LeddarSP, LeddarCore, and LeddarTech logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of LeddarTech Inc. All other brands, product names, and marks are or may be trademarks or registered trademarks used to identify products or services of their respective owners.
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December 18th, 2019 Press release LeddarTech to Demonstrate Automotive LiDAR Detec…
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LeddarTech to Demonstrate Automotive LiDAR Detection and Classification Technology
at CES 2020 in Las Vegas
QUEBEC CITY, December 18 2019 – LeddarTech®, an industry leader in LiDAR technology providing the most versatile and scalable auto and mobility LiDAR platform, announces today that it will join the Canadian Automotive Parts and Manufacturers Association (APMA) and Karma Automotive at CES 2020 as an exhibitor on booth 1025 Tech East Westgate from January 7-10 2020.
The APMA is Canada’s national association representing OEM producers of parts, equipment, tools, supplies, advanced technology, and services for the worldwide automotive industry. LeddarTech has been a member of this association since 2015. The Association’s fundamental objective is to promote the original equipment automotive supply manufacturing industry both domestically and internationally. APMA in collaboration with Karma Automotive and the LeddarTech Automotive Center of Excellence will be presenting technology that advances the path to autonomous driving.
“APMA’s work in managing the Canadian Autonomous Vehicle Demo Zone as part of the Government of Ontario’s $80 million Autonomous Vehicle Innovation Network (AVIN) will benefit greatly from the addition of Karma’s Revero GT to our demo vehicle fleet” stated Mr. Warren Ali, APMA’s Vice President of Innovation. “Together, we’re excited to explore new technologies that can be integrated into future vehicle platforms and solutions. To bring our Autonomous Driving visions to reality, we are pleased that LeddarTech, a leader in LiDAR technology, is partnering with us on the journey to develop Karma’s luxury autonomous vehicle” Mr. Ali concluded.
“LeddarTech is pleased to join APMA at CES. We believe that strategic partnerships and industry collaborations deliver significant value and benefits to our customers and end-users,” said Mr. Michael Poulin, LeddarTech’s Vice President of Product Line. He continued, “We look forward to demonstrating our CES 2020 award-winning Leddar™ Pixell cocoon LiDAR technology with Karma Automotive in their luxurious 2020 Revero GT. We are also excited to unveil LeddarTech’s Pedestrian Classification technology, this live demo powered by the LeddarEngine™ further demonstrates our company’s motivation to lead and advance driver-assistance systems and autonomous driving” concluded Mr. Michael Poulin.
Leddar™ Pixell Benefits:
Dependable object and Vulnerable Road User (VRU) detection
Wide 180° horizontal field of view
No dead zone in the illuminated field of view.
Exceptional durability
3D Flash, solid-state design with no moving parts
IP67 enclosure with impact-resistant windows and automotive-grade connectors
Since its release in September 2019, the Leddar Pixell has been showcased at several trade events throughout Europe, North America, and Asia. In addition to CES, LeddarTech will be demonstrating the Leddar Pixell at Automotive World 2020 in Tokyo, Japan, with Nagase from January 15th-17th, AV20 San Jose in February and TECH.AD Berlin in March as well as other locations throughout 2020.
About Karma Automotive
Karma Automotive is a high-tech incubator offering innovators a perfect platform to prove their emerging technologies. Founded in 2014, Karma is reinventing the traditional retail-based automotive business model to create non-traditional value by opening its engineering, design, customization and manufacturing resources to other companies looking to speed product development, access new technology, or make their products more luxurious.
Additional information about Karma Automotive and Revero at www.karmaautomotive.com or visit the password-free Karma Newsroom at www.karmanewsroom.com
About APMA
The Association was founded in 1952, and its members account for 90% of independent parts production in Canada. In 2018, automotive parts shipments were over $35 Billion, and the industry employment level was over 100,000 people. The Association’s fundamental objective is to promote the original equipment (O.E.) automotive supply manufacturing industry both domestically and internationally. The Association provides important industry representation to both Federal and Provincial Governments, supports regional government initiatives, and creates and executes global marketing initiatives to develop trade and business opportunities for our membership. In addition to advocacy, the APMA also provides its members with business development solutions and opportunities as well as guidance and assistance on modernizing their operations to suit the needs of Industry 4.0.
Additional information at www.apma.com and LinkedIn, Twitter
About LeddarTech®
LeddarTech is an industry leader providing the most versatile and scalable auto and mobility LiDAR platform based on the unique LeddarEngineTM which consists of a suite of automotive-grade, functional safety certified SoCs working in tandem with proprietary LeddarSPTM signal processing software. The company is responsible for several innovations in cutting-edge mobility remote-sensing applications, with over 70 patented technologies (granted or pending) enhancing ADAS and autonomous driving capabilities.
LeddarTech also serves the mobility market with solid-state high-performance LiDAR module solutions for autonomous shuttles, trucks, buses, delivery vehicles, and robotaxis. These modules are developed to support the mobility market but also to demonstrate the capabilities of LeddarTech’s auto and mobility platform as a basis for other LiDAR suppliers to build upon.
Additional information about LeddarTech can be found at www.LeddarTech.com, and LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube.
Leddar, LeddarTech, LeddarEngine, LeddarSP, LeddarCore, and LeddarTech logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of LeddarTech Inc. All other brands, product names, and marks are or may be trademarks or registered trademarks used to identify products or services of their respective owners.
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In win for Uber, Lyft, judge strikes down New York City’s cruising cap
(Reuters) – A New York state judge on Monday ruled in favor of Uber Technologies Inc (UBER.N) and Lyft Inc (LYFT.O) in a lawsuit against New York City, striking down a new rule limiting how much time drivers for ride-hailing services can spend cruising streets in busy areas of Manhattan without passengers. FILE PHOTO: Uber’s… Continue reading In win for Uber, Lyft, judge strikes down New York City’s cruising cap
@Toyota: Aioi Nissay Dowa Insurance and Toyota Develop Telematics Damage Service System, an Accident Response Service that Uses Connected Car Data
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Uber Ordered to Cease Colombian Operations
SIC claimed Uber had a “significant advantage in the market” because of its app. Photo via Núcleo Editorial/Flickr. A judge in Colombia has ordered Uber to immediately cease it’s ride-hailing operations, Reuters reports. The ruling is the result of a lawsuit filed against Uber by COTECH SA. Following the ruling, Colombia’s Superintendency of Industry and Commerce (SIC) said… Continue reading Uber Ordered to Cease Colombian Operations
NIO Inc. to Report Third Quarter 2019 Financial Results on Monday, December 30, 2019
SHANGHAI, China, Dec. 23, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NIO Inc. (“NIO” or the “Company”) (NIO), a pioneer in China’s premium electric vehicle market, today announced that it will report its third quarter 2019 unaudited financial results on Monday, December 30, 2019, before the open of the U.S. markets. The Company’s management will host an earnings… Continue reading NIO Inc. to Report Third Quarter 2019 Financial Results on Monday, December 30, 2019
Consumer Electronics Show 2020 : Mercedes-Benz presents an exceptional glimpse into the future
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December 2019
Stuttgart/Las Vegas
Stuttgart/Las Vegas. In his keynote speech at the Consumer Electronics Show taking place in Las Vegas (CES) from 7 to 10 January 2020, Ola Källenius, Chairman of the Board of Management Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz AG, will provide a visionary outlook of the future interaction between man and machine. The highlight of the brand with the star's appearance will be the world premiere of a pioneering concept vehicle which has been inspired by one of the most innovative brands of the entertainment sector. This symbiosis will also be reflected in the redesigned motor show presence at CES 2020. The keynote speech will be transmitted on Monday, 6 January from 8.30 p.m. (7 January, 5:30 am CET) via Livestream on Mercedes me media: https://media.mercedes-benz.com/ces2020.
The concept vehicle and its visionary technical solutions once again demonstrate the innovative strength of Mercedes-Benz. It completely redefines the term “Sustainable Modern Luxury” and symbolises the brand's aspirations to achieve sustainable mobility today, tomorrow and in the future. The creative and trendsetting features of the show car match the brand philosophy which places the focus on people and sets standards for the future of mobility.
Exciting presentations and a new stand design at CES 2020 in Las Vegas
The Mercedes-Benz show stand invites visitors into a world of forward-looking mobility. Visitors will be able to experience the highlights of the product and technology brand EQ – the all-electric EQC 400 4MATIC (combined power consumption: 20.8-19.7 kWh/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 0 g/km)*, the Vision EQS and also the new, futuristic concept vehicle. The 2020 show stand will give visitors the opportunity to dive into an adventure world, underscoring the consistent enhancement of the Mercedes-Benz trade show concept. The focal point comprises the brand world as well as its products, services and innovations.
On the first day of the show, Tuesday, 7 January 2020, three interactive talks will take place on the Mercedes-Benz stand:
10:30 am: Britta Seeger, Member of the Board of Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz AG responsible for Sales & Marketing will be talking about the exceptional cooperation between one of the most innovative brands in the entertainment sector and the most valuable luxury automotive brand in the world. Furthermore, she will open the 2020 CES show stand – an experience of innovation, product and the brand for all visitors.
11:30 am: Markus Schäfer, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz AG responsible for Group Research and Mercedes-Benz Cars Development, talks about “Pioneering the Future” and explains the connections and the effects of a holistic, sustainable development strategy in which the human being is always the focus.
12:30 pm: Gorden Wagener, Chief Design Officer Daimler Group, will describe the development of human-centred design and also the link between design and functionality in the interior of the new show car. Interested parties can experience the Consumer Electronics Show 2020 in Las Vegas via the Mercedes-Benz platforms for journalists and influencers. You will find all relevant information and highlights in an event special on Mercedes me media: https://media.mercedes-benz.com/CES2020. Additionally you can also find all the news on Twitter: @mb_press.
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Katja Bott
Head of Global Communications Mercedes-Benz Cars & Vans
katja.bott@daimler.com
Tel: +49 711 17 75841
Christina Mayer
Head of Global Mercedes-Benz Brand, Design & Special Media Communications
christina.mayer@daimler.com
Tel: +49 160 8640977
David Vorsteher
Head of Global Mercedes-Benz Brand, Design & Special Media Communications
david.vorsteher@daimler.com
Tel: +49 176 30919255
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