We write quite a lot about the development of self-driving vehicles, but it will surely feel a bit strange the first time we actually step foot in one and watch the steering wheel turn itself. In New York City, autonomous car company Optimus Ride just debuted the first public … [Read more...] about What it’s like to ride on NYC’s first self-driving shuttle
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The airline industry could be in trouble once self-driving cars go mainstream
Imagine someone who lives in Atlanta and needs to travel to Washington, DC, for business. This is about a 10-hour drive. A flight takes about two hours, assuming no delays. Add to that the drive to the airport, checking in, the security line and waiting at the gate. Upon arrival … [Read more...] about The airline industry could be in trouble once self-driving cars go mainstream
These self-driving mini cars communicate together to improve traffic flow
Self-driving cars withhold the promise of making our roadways safer while improving traffic flow. But before autonomous cars can hit our roads, they first need to learn how to communicate with each other better. That’s why a research team at the University of Cambridge has … [Read more...] about These self-driving mini cars communicate together to improve traffic flow
Light pollution is wreaking biological havoc. Self-driving cars can change that
When it comes to self-driving cars, the conversation usually revolves around a few central points, including more safety, less traffic, and more freedom for people with disabilities. But there’s one potential outcome of autonomous driving that’s often overlooked: less light … [Read more...] about Light pollution is wreaking biological havoc. Self-driving cars can change that
Volkswagen’s electric self-driving cars are hitting the streets of Hamburg
Anyone who truly cares about the environment probably shudders a little at the mention of Volkswagen. Nonetheless, Volkswagen has a goal of making automated driving a practical reality by 2025, and is hustling to make that happen. The German Automaker is now testing self-driving … [Read more...] about Volkswagen’s electric self-driving cars are hitting the streets of Hamburg