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Robots, drones, self-driving systems and the technology inside electric vehicles.
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Tesla is reportedly exploring a significant evolution in its customer service strategy, potentially substituting conventional loaner vehicles with its proprietary robotaxi service. This ambitious initiative, if realized, would allow Tesla owners to utilize autonomous electric vehicles for transportation…
Tesla's Autopilot driver-assist system was active during a fatal 2021 crash in Alabama that resulted in the death of 29-year-old Kayleigh Page and the endangerment of her 7-month-old daughter. The incident involved a 2021 Tesla Model Y that veered off…
Tesla is planning to dedicate certain Supercharger stations specifically for its forthcoming robotaxi fleet, a move that signals a significant shift in how the company manages its charging infrastructure. This strategic repurposing aims to ensure that its autonomous vehicles have…
Tesla is detailing its innovative 'Unboxed' manufacturing process, specifically designed for its upcoming Cybercab vehicle. This new approach centers on constructing the two-door electric vehicle in distinct modules that are assembled on parallel production lines.
Tesla's Cybertruck-based Cybercab prototype has revealed a significant departure from traditional vehicle design, featuring a large, on-screen virtual steering wheel. This innovative control interface is integrated into the vehicle's expansive infotainment display, effectively replacing the conventional physical steering wheel.
A recent discovery has revealed that Tesla's highly anticipated Cybercab, designed from the ground up as a fully autonomous robotaxi, possesses a hidden manual driving mode. This unexpected feature was found by a rider who, upon entering the vehicle, noticed…
Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system recently navigated the intricate and often challenging urban landscape of Denmark, specifically in areas characterized by narrow cobbled streets, a high density of cyclists, and bustling cafe patrons.
On March 12, 2024, an Amazon Air Boeing 767 freighter experienced a significant runway overrun incident at Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport (OPF). The aircraft, which was reportedly carrying cargo, veered off the end of the runway, coming to a rest…
XPeng, the Guangzhou-based electric vehicle manufacturer, has taken a significant stride in the burgeoning field of advanced robotics by initiating production of its IRON humanoid robot. The company proudly announced the activation of what it claims is the world's first…
Robots, equipped with signs and banners, participated in a demonstration in Warsaw, Poland, on May 15, 2024, to voice concerns regarding the proposed artificial intelligence (AI) regulations. The protest, organized by a coalition of AI developers and robotics enthusiasts, aimed…
A Tesla Model 3 operating with its driver-assist system engaged ran a stop sign in Buena Vista Township, New Jersey, resulting in a fatal collision. The incident occurred when the Tesla failed to stop at an intersection and struck…
Axis Robotics, in collaboration with researchers from UC Berkeley, Georgia Tech, and NTU, has introduced AXIS, a novel browser-based data engine designed to accelerate the collection of robot manipulation datasets.
Tesla is actively soliciting interest from businesses to purchase and operate their own fleets of Cybercab robotaxis, integrating them into Tesla's planned robotaxi network. This initiative revives a concept first articulated by Tesla CEO Elon Musk in 2019, which proposed…
Caterpillar is implementing advanced robotics and artificial intelligence to enhance safety and operational efficiency across its facilities, notably through a collaboration with FieldAI. This initiative involves the development and deployment of AI-powered robot dogs designed to conduct inspections and monitor…