As the world continues to evolve, so too does the transportation industry. The emergence of autonomous vehicles and the growing popularity of electric vehicles are reshaping the way we move. While autonomous vehicles offer the promise of increased safety and efficiency, they still face challenges in certain driving conditions. Meanwhile, electric vehicles are gaining traction as a more sustainable alternative to traditional gasoline-powered cars.
The future of transportation is likely to be a hybrid of these technologies, with autonomous vehicles playing a significant role in specific contexts and electric vehicles becoming increasingly commonplace. However, challenges such as infrastructure development, energy storage, and public acceptance will need to be addressed to ensure a smooth transition.
A comprehensive study reveals that autonomous vehicles are generally safer than human-driven cars. They excel in routine tasks and reduce rear-end collisions. However, self-driving vehicles struggle with turns and low-light conditions, highlighting areas for technological improvement in the quest for safer roads. The research, conducted by the...
eFTI4EU is a cooperation of a pan-European consortium of 23 partners, including 9 Member States (plus 4 Observers), united in their vision to pave the way for the implementation for Electronic Freight Transport Information (eFTI) architecture. The aim of the project is to create a unified approach to the operation of eFTI Gates, and to implement...
EU-funded ACUMEN project aims to dynamically affect passengers’ selection of route and transport mode in order to promote sustainable development and well-being. ACUMEN’s Helsinki pilot will demonstrate innovative AI-powered seamless mobility management within the district of Jätkäsaari in Helsinki. The pilot aims to dynamically influence travelers’...
Tesla's latest car update is great news for parents who (unwisely?) let their kids borrow the car, and bad news for said youths lucky enough to borrow a Tesla in the first place.As Not a Tesla App first reported, Tesla has released its newest software update, version 2024.26, to employees, which includes two new music streaming apps, updated menus,...
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A few months ago, Tesla CEO Elon Musk promised a Tesla Robotaxi unveiling in August. Now, a new report by Bloomberg claims it's not happening. According to the report, the launch event has been moved to October to give the teams working on Robotaxis more time to build additional prototypes. The delay has already been communicated internally, though...
Cities need a more modern way to enable better parking. Naturally, there are new solutions coming to market for mobile payments, digital permitting, parking and curb management, and more for city planners. Consider an example from the end of last month. The NCAA Men’s College World Series was held June 14 until June 24. The city of Omaha partnered...
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August is out, October is in. Tesla CEO Elon Musk has set a new date for the company's big Robotaxi reveal: October 10. During an earnings call Tuesday, Musk said that moving the event back a few months allowed the company to "improve the Robotaxi, as well as add in a couple other things for the product unveil."The original launch date (after years...
Google Maps just added a handy tool to help you park near your destination, which is especially helpful if you've never been to the spot before.In a new update announced Wednesday, Google Maps will now pull up information about your destination within the app as you approach it, and show you where to park either within the building or near it. The app...
GreenZero-carbon urban mobility Potential for learning or transfer Experiences from quadruple helix collaboration can be scaled and shared in multiple ways: • Using the digital twin to test and further develop solutions by which open,...
Imagine a city bus that autonomously navigates the streets, stops precisely at stops and parks itself in the depot. The Digital Infrastructure for Future-proof Mobility (DITM) project is currently working to make this a reality. This pioneering initiative, which runs until 2026, promises not only to make public transportation safer and more efficient...
Partnership will see Rocsys’s hands-free charging technology integrated with the Unikie Marshalling Solution The combined technology will improve the efficiency and reliability of automated vehicles, with an initial focus on bus and logistics depots The partnership is long-term and Rocsys’s future products and hardware will be compatible with the...
Finland received the 2024 European Transport Safety Council (ETSC) prize for outstanding progress in ... [+] road safety.ETSC Over the last ten years, Finland reduced road deaths by a sizable 29%. The average decline in the European Union was 16%. Finland’s progress was due to a range of measures, from lowering speed limits in most urban areas and...
A website flaw - since patched - enabled these researchers to remotely track a car's location, unlock its doors, honk the horn, and start the engine.
The tram system in Tampere has proved so popular that an order has been placed for additional modules to extend 11 trams already in operation.
The SPOTLOG project brings together solutions for sustainable transport and logistics in medium-sized cities and their surrounding areas. ‒ The project highlights grass-roots solutions for passenger and freight transport, which are still heavily dependent on fossil fuels. This work responds to global challenges, says Sami Kalliokoski, Senior Lecturer...
During a robotic taxi demonstration, Elon Musk says the fully autonomous car will drive while you sleep.
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