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technology6 months ago

Tesla's Robotaxi Launch in Austin Sparks Investor Interest and Regulatory Scrutiny

Tesla has requested NHTSA to keep its responses to regulators confidential regarding its Robotaxi launch, amid concerns over safety incidents and lack of transparency in crash data. The agency is investigating Tesla's autonomous system, which has already shown significant errors during initial operations, and has not been provided with detailed safety data by Tesla, raising questions about the system's compliance with safety standards.

via Electrek|
#autonomousdriving#nhtsa#robotaxi
sports2 years ago

"Caitlin Clark's Court Collision: Revisiting Player Safety in College Basketball"

Concerns about the safety of court-storming incidents in college basketball have been raised after Iowa women's basketball star Caitlin Clark collided with a fan at Ohio State. This incident, along with a Memphis player being shoved by a fan after a game, has sparked debate about how to ensure the safety of athletes and others during court-storming. While some conferences fine schools for failing to keep fans off the court, others rely on school policy and local law enforcement to handle the situation. The issue has prompted discussions about the need for better safety measures while still allowing fans to celebrate.

via USA TODAY|
#bigten#collegebasketball#courtstorming
businessindustry2 years ago

"Boeing CEO's 2024 Revival Strategy Suffers Early Setback"

Boeing's reputation for manufacturing quality is under scrutiny after a series of incidents, including wrongly drilled holes, loose rudder bolts, and a fuselage section detaching mid-flight on a new aircraft. These issues pose a significant challenge to the company's CEO, who is attempting a comeback for the aerospace giant in 2024, especially with the 737 Max, which is central to Boeing's financial recovery.

via Bloomberg|
##737max#aerospace
businesstechnology2 years ago

"Tesla Initiates Recall of 1.6M Vehicles in China Over Steering and Safety Glitches"

Tesla is recalling over 1.6 million electric vehicles in China, including Model S, X, 3, and Y produced from 2014 to 2023, due to safety issues with automatic assisted steering and door latch controls. The recall is a response to concerns that these issues could increase the risk of accidents. Despite the recall, Tesla ended 2023 with record fourth-quarter deliveries, achieving its target of 1.8 million vehicles for the year. The company can fix the recalled vehicles remotely through software updates.

via Fox Business|
##businesstechnology#china
automotive-technology2 years ago

"Persistent Doubts on Tesla Autopilot's Safety Post-Update and Recall"

Tesla's recent software update for its Autopilot system, which was meant to address safety issues identified by the NHTSA, continues to stir controversy. Despite the update, a Washington Post reporter found that the system still allowed for activation in inappropriate situations and failed to adequately enforce driver attention, raising questions about the effectiveness of the fix and the scrutiny applied to vehicle software compared to other technologies. Tesla supporters and critics are heavily divided on the issue, with ongoing debates about the safety and transparency of Tesla's driver-assistance technology.

via CleanTechnica|
##automotive-technology#autopilot
technology-and-business2 years ago

"2023: A Challenging Year for Autonomous Vehicles Amidst Cruise Setbacks"

Cruise, a driverless car startup owned by General Motors, faced a tumultuous year after its rapid expansion and deployment of robotaxis in San Francisco and other cities. Despite initial optimism and growth, a series of incidents, including a pedestrian being critically injured by one of its autonomous vehicles, led to government investigations, a recall of its fleet, and a scaling back of operations. The company's CEO resigned, and Cruise faced public and regulatory backlash, raising concerns about the safety and reliability of autonomous vehicle technology across the industry.

via NPR|
##autonomousvehicles#cruise
sports2 years ago

Storms Pause Flying Pig Marathon, Lift Shelter-in-Place Order.

The Flying Pig Marathon lifted a shelter-in-place order after thunderstorms hit the area earlier this morning. Runners were advised to take shelter at designated locations, but the course remained open for those who wanted to continue. Safety concerns were expressed due to heavy lightning in the area, and times won't be adjusted for those who stopped to find shelter. Thunderstorms are expected to continue until at least 9 a.m.

via The Cincinnati Enquirer|
#cincinnati#flyingpigmarathon#safetyconcerns