Two senators are pressuring the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate Tesla’s claims about Autopilot and the Full Self-Driving (FSD) package. Richard Blumenthal and Ed Markey, two senators representing the Democratic Party, have long been critical of Tesla’s Autopilot and FSD package. They have been claiming that Autopilot caused accidents on the road, and now,… Continue reading Tesla’s claims about Autopilot and Full Self-Driving are under scrutiny as senators pressure FTC
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Camouflaged Tesla Model 3s spotted testing in India
A duo of camouflaged Tesla Model 3 electric cars was spotted testing in India as the automaker is rumored to soon be entering the market. After years of talks about entering the Indian market, Tesla seems to be making some significant progress lately. Earlier this year, Tesla officially incorporated an Indian company in Bengaluru, the capital of… Continue reading Camouflaged Tesla Model 3s spotted testing in India
Tesla probe signals get-tough approach at U.S. auto safety agency
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TechnologyAurora releases tool to gauge safety of self-driving systems4:13 PM UTC
Three of the fleet of 600 Waymo Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid self-driving vehicles are parked and displayed during a demonstration in Chandler, Arizona, November 29, 2018. REUTERS/Caitlin O’Hara Aug 18 (Reuters) – Aurora, the Silicon Valley self-driving startup founded by former Tesla, Uber and Google executives, has released what it says is the industry’s first tool… Continue reading TechnologyAurora releases tool to gauge safety of self-driving systems4:13 PM UTC
@VW Group: Norway: a country electrified003686
Erling Henningstad loves fast, dynamic cars that handle beautifully. And he has known for many years that an internal combustion engine isn’t necessary to achieve that dream. The Oslo-based IT entrepreneur bought his first electric car back in 2012, and some 250,000 km later, he knows the new powertrain system inside-out. Best seller: the Taycan has allowed… Continue reading @VW Group: Norway: a country electrified003686
InstaVolt rolls out 120 kW BYD chargers to its UK fast charging network
Charging network InstaVolt has a number of high-profile corporate partners. UK drivers can use the company’s charging stations at KFC, Starbucks, McDonalds and other chains. Now InstaVolt has begun installing its fastest charging points yet. The new BYD chargers deliver power levels up to 120 kW—a substantial boost compared to the company’s existing 50 kW… Continue reading InstaVolt rolls out 120 kW BYD chargers to its UK fast charging network
Indiana DOT, Purdue to develop dynamic wireless highway charging
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) and Purdue University have partnered to develop a dynamic wireless charging highway segment. The project will use a type of magnetizable concrete developed by German startup Magment to enable the wireless charging of EVs as they drive. The project will consist of three phases, and is expected to begin… Continue reading Indiana DOT, Purdue to develop dynamic wireless highway charging
Senators ask FTC to investigate Tesla’s ‘Full Self-Driving’ promises
Senators Ed Markey (D-MA) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) have asked new Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan to investigate Tesla’s marketing of its advanced driver assistance system, Autopilot. The Senators are particularly concerned with how Tesla has been charging customers thousands of dollars for what it refers to as “Full Self-Driving capability,” despite the fact… Continue reading Senators ask FTC to investigate Tesla’s ‘Full Self-Driving’ promises
Kongsberg Automotive has appointed Dr. Christian Amsel as Chief Technology Officer
Wed, Aug 18, 2021 07:30 CET Zurich, August 18, 2021— Kongsberg Automotive has appointed Dr. Christian Amsel as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to support the company’s continuous growth and innovation strategy, effective August 1, 2021. As CTO, Christian will oversee Kongsberg Automotive’s technology portfolio, and be responsible for new innovations and acquisitions. He will report directly… Continue reading Kongsberg Automotive has appointed Dr. Christian Amsel as Chief Technology Officer
NASA Spacewalk Briefing to Highlight New Solar Array Installation
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Two astronauts will venture outside the International Space Station Tuesday, Aug. 24, for a spacewalk to install a support bracket in preparation for future installation of the orbiting laboratory’s third new solar array. NASA will discuss the upcoming spacewalk during a news conference at 2 p.m. EDT Monday, Aug. 23.… Continue reading NASA Spacewalk Briefing to Highlight New Solar Array Installation