NHTSA Wrong To Say Computers Count As Drivers Of Robot Cars
Feb 11, 2016
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Feb. 10, 2016 - The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is wrong to say the artificial intelligence guiding an autonomous robot car counts as the driver, Consumer Watchdog said today, adding that Google's own test data demonstrates the need for a human driver who can take control when n ... Continue reading
Increase In Roadway Deaths In 2015 Despite Modern Safer Cars
Feb 9, 2016
U.S. DOT announces steep increase in roadway deaths based on 2015 early estimates and convenes first regional summit to drive traffic safety behavior changes Washington DC Friday, February 5, 2016; The U.S. Department of Transportationâs National Highway Traffic Safety Administration today announced its latest est ... Continue reading
EPA Seeks to Prohibit Conversion of Vehicles into Racecars
Feb 9, 2016
WASHINGTON, Feb. 8, 2016 -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed a regulation to prohibit conversion of vehicles originally designed for on-road use into racecars. The regulation would also make the sale of certain products for use on such vehicles illegal. The proposed regulation was contained w ... Continue reading
Feb 6, 2016
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Jaguar Land Rover Research Will Help Autonomous Vehicles Drive Like Humans, Not Robots
Feb 2, 2016
Jaguar Land Rover Research Will Help Autonomous Vehicles Drive Like Humans, Not Robots. Whitley, UK: Jaguar Land Rover is investing in a ã multi-million research project that will help future autonomous vehicles drive naturally like human drivers, rather than like robots. A fleet of Jaguar and Land Rover vehicle ... Continue reading
First Non-Flex Fuel Vehicle Approved For E25 - 70% Of New Cars Approved For E15
Feb 2, 2016
2016 MINI Hard Top is the first non-flex fuel vehicle approved for higher ethanol-gasoline blends AUTO CENTRAL - February 1, 2016: The Auto Channel received confirmation today from Urban Air Initiative and RFA (Renewable Fuels Association) that the latest model MINI hard top is approved by MINI and BMW to run on E25 fu ... Continue reading
Feb 1, 2016
Vigilant Solutions announces today that the 21st Judicial District Drug Task Force in Tennessee used its license plate reader (LPR) system from Vigilant Solutions to bring to justice a suspect in a cold case homicide from 2002. Scott Jones, Agent in Charge, explains, "Here at the 21st Judicial District Drug Task Force, ... Continue reading
NHTSA RECALLS FEBRUARY 1, 2016: Nissan, Ford, Suzuki, RV's
Feb 1, 2016
Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. Safety defects must be repaired by a dealer at no cost to you. The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicl ... Continue reading
On the Road Again. GEICO RV Tour Starts Feb. 19
Jan 29, 2016
It's no secret that RV enthusiasts love the open road. The GEICO RV team is gearing up for a full schedule of NASCAR, RV and motorcycle- related tour events starting on Feb. 19, at the Daytona 500 in Daytona Beach, Fla., and ending on Nov. 20, at the Homestead-Miami Speedway in Homestead, Fla. The RV tour features a wi ... Continue reading
Bikes, Pedestrians, Other Cars and Tree Branches Among Real-Road Scenarios Robot Cars Can't Handle
Jan 29, 2016
Consumer Watchdog Backs California DMV's Draft Robot Car Regulations Requiring A Driver Behind The Wheel SACRAMENTO, CA -- January 28, 2016: Consumer Watchdog today strongly endorsed the California Department of Motor Vehicles' draft regulations for autonomous vehicles that require self-driving robot cars have a licens ... Continue reading
Full-Service Gas Laws Fuel Debate Among Oregon drivers
Jan 28, 2016
SEATTLE -- January 27, 2016: Oregon's decades-long tradition of mandating full service at gas stations across the state may be facing increasing opposition, according to the latest poll from PEMCO Insurance. The locally based insurer found that while two-thirds of Oregon drivers generally favor the full-service experie ... Continue reading
Sensible Steps to Help Keep Your Car Longer
Jan 26, 2016
More and more people are keeping their vehicles longer as the average age of a car on the road today is more than 11 years. Considering the cost of a new car is about $31,000 on average, keeping your current vehicle rather than buying a new one makes financial sense, says the non-profit Car Care Council. The Car Care C ... Continue reading
GEICO Wants You to Stay Safe During Winter Driving Months
Jan 23, 2016
Winter may have already visited your part of the country or it may be on the way. In order to prepare for winter weather driving, GEICO would like drivers to review these tips and avoid bad habits that pose a risk to their safety. ... Continue reading
AAA Urges Driver Caution as Major Winter Storm Barrels Towards East Coast
Jan 22, 2016
AAA Urges Driver Caution as Major Winter Storm Barrels Towards East Coast Bad Weather a Factor in More than 2,000 Road Deaths Every Winter According to New Research Dangerous winter storms and bad weather are a factor in nearly half a million crashes and more than two thousand road deaths every winter, according to the ... Continue reading
Winter Storm Travel Alert: Four Must-Know Car Seat Safety Tips from Buckle Up for Life
Jan 22, 2016
The Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions are bracing for a powerful storm that could bring a foot or more of snow, making driving conditions potentially dangerous. It is critical that drivers take precautions to ensure child passengers are correctly strapped into their car seats, which can reduce the risk for injury or d ... Continue reading
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