FTC Announces Agenda And Panelists For Workshop Examining The US Auto Distribution System
The all-day event, which will take place on Jan. 19 in Washington, D.C., will explore critical issues in the regulation of auto distribution, with the aim of better understanding how state regulations impact the current market for these important products.
Global Auto Execs Now Embracing Autonomous And Connected Car Technologies, According To KPMG Study
In the study, 38 percent of global auto execs said autonomous vehicles are an extremely important trend in the industry, up from just 3 percent last year. Similarly, 50 percent said connected car technology is extremely important, compared with just 8 percent last year.
New DMV Robot Car Draft Regulations Issued, Includes Safety Provision
The draft regulations also require a third-party testing organization to conduct a vehicle test to provide an independent performance verification of the vehicle. This is in addition to the manufacturer being required to certify the robot car meets safety and performance standards.
Mazda Mx-5 Wins Car Of The Year Japan
In a close battle, Mazda’s MX-5 held on to its narrow lead to beat the fast-finishing Honda S660 mini sports car as Car of the Year Japan for this year.
Self-Driving Cars To Take Off By 2021, Approaching 20M On The Road By 2025
The research found that, in the interim, consumer usage of Advanced Driving Assistance System technologies such as adaptive cruise control and automated braking will become the key to prepare drivers for the psychological change.
Consumer Watchdog Urges California DMV To Ignore Google’s Pressure And Continue To Act In Public Interest With Regard To Robot Car Regulations
According to Consumer Watchdog, the testing rules have important safeguards, but should still be improved. The group would like to see police investigations of crashes involving driverless vehicles.
A Sense Of Purpose: AAPEX Keynote Speaker Louis Efron Sees The Connections Everywhere
Efron will dive deeper on the subject of connecting a sense of purpose with business during the free AAPEX 2015 General Session, which takes place from 8-8:50 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 4 at the Venetian.
Global Electric Motors Market Expected To Reach $129B By 2020
The world electric motors market is estimated to garner $129 billion by 2020.
California DMV To Post Autonomous Vehicle Accident Reports On Its Website
Under the current testing regulations, manufacturers must provide the DMV with a report of the crash within 10 business days of the incident. The DMV has now posted all nine crash reports it has received since companies were required to file them last September.
Consumer Watchdog Petitions California DMV To Amend Driverless Car Testing Rules
Consumer Watchdog yesterday formally petitioned the California Department of Motor Vehicles to amend its driverless car testing regulations to require that police investigate any accidents involving driverless “robot” cars.
