Letting Drivers Tweak Steering May Keep Them Attentive in Partially Autonomous Cars
New study finds that allowing drivers to adjust steering while using partial automation can reduce distraction and promote safer habits.
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GM Pulls Funding from Cruise Robotaxi Service, Shifts Focus to Personal Autonomous Vehicles
General Motors is ending its funding for Cruise's robotaxi service, citing a competitive market and resource allocation priorities, and will instead focus on developing autonomous technology for personal vehicles.
Waymo's Robotaxis Pass Independent Evaluation for Emergency Response Protocols
Waymo's autonomous vehicles have passed an independent review of their first responder protocols, demonstrating ability to detect emergency vehicles and respond to hand signals from traffic cops.
Trump Administration May Repeal Crash Reporting Rule, Benefiting Tesla
The Trump administration is considering scrapping a rule that requires automakers to report crashes involving autonomous vehicles, a move that would greatly benefit Tesla, which has reported the most crashes under the rule.
