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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Apple Confirms Delay of Next-Gen CarPlay, No New Launch Date Announced
Apple updates CarPlay webpage, removing 2024 launch timeframe, but assures next-gen CarPlay is still coming, with automakers to share details soon
Automakers Sue to Block Biden's 'Flawed' Automatic Emergency Braking Rule
The auto industry's main lobbying group is seeking to repeal a new rule requiring all vehicles to have automatic emergency braking by 2029, citing technological limitations.
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.
Lyft to Credit Riders for NYC Congestion Pricing Fee in January
Ride-hailing company Lyft announces it will credit riders for NYC congestion pricing fee in January, helping to ease the burden of the new expense.
NYC's Congestion Pricing Tracker: A College-Age Duo's Unlikely Success
Meet the brothers behind NYC's favorite congestion pricing tracking tool, which has become a go-to source for assessing the effectiveness of the city's new tolling scheme.
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.
Uber Partners with Delta Air Lines, Ending Lyft Deal, with Eye on Electric Air Taxi Future
Uber and Delta Air Lines announce exclusive partnership, allowing SkyMiles members to earn miles on Uber rides and Uber Eats orders, ending Delta's partnership with Lyft.
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.