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May Mobility and SouthWest Transit launch first autonomous transportation service in Minnesota

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May Mobility, a provider of autonomous driving technology, and SouthWest Transit, a transit agency serving SouthWest Twin Cities, are partnering to provide autonomous microtransit service in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.

May Mobility’s autonomous vehicles (AVs) are scheduled to be integrated into SouthWest Transit’s transportation ecosystem in the fall of this year, providing the public with an additional on-demand option for reliable transportation.

Looking to enhance its existing microtransit service, SouthWest Prime, with an innovative transportation solution, SouthWest Transit has signed a three-year contract with May Mobility. [Read more…] about May Mobility and SouthWest Transit launch first autonomous transportation service in Minnesota

Shipping Classic or Luxury Cars to Canada: Special Considerations

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Shipping a classic or luxury car to Canada requires meticulous planning and attention to detail. These vehicles often hold significant monetary and sentimental value, making their safe transport crucial.

The process involves more than just booking a shipment; it demands thorough preparation and understanding of various regulations. Ensuring a smooth journey for your prized vehicle is paramount.

This guide shares some essential steps for shipping car from USA to Canada. It will also cover the importance of customs and duties, securing adequate insurance coverage, choosing a reputable transportation company, and preparing for your car’s arrival in Canada. [Read more…] about Shipping Classic or Luxury Cars to Canada: Special Considerations

New Holland partners with Bluewhite to develop autonomous farming vehicles

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New Holland, a brand of CNH, and Bluewhite, a developer of autonomous technology, have agreed a multi-phase partnership to collaborate on distribution, manufacturing, and integration of Bluewhite’s autonomous solutions for New Holland tractors in North America.

This partnership will enable New Holland tractors to operate fully autonomously in orchards, vineyards and other specialty crop operations.

Carlo Lambro, brand president of New Holland, says: “Bluewhite has proven to be the leader in terms of implementing autonomy in the specialty crops space, a market in great demand for this type of innovation. [Read more…] about New Holland partners with Bluewhite to develop autonomous farming vehicles

Cyngn scales up commercialization of autonomous mobile robots

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Cyngn has revealed several commercial and technological accomplishments from the first quarter of 2024, including valuable progress with renowned brands like John Deere and Rivian, the expansion of its distribution network, and key collaborations aimed at advancing the company’s artificial intelligence and robotics technologies.

As Cyngn progresses through 2024, the company says it remains focused on scaling to capitalize on opportunities with major heavy manufacturing, automotive, and defense corporations.

Lior Tal, Cyngn’s chairman and CEO, says: “Q1 showcased our achievement to be chosen by a marquee customer like John Deere. Our product offering achieves immense validation from being selected by a world-leading brand like Deere. [Read more…] about Cyngn scales up commercialization of autonomous mobile robots

BYD integrates ForwardX robots into battery production line

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BYD, one of the largest automakers in China, which is itself the world’s largest car market, is partnering with ForwardX Robotics, a provider of autonomous mobile robots, to implement what they describe as “groundbreaking automation solutions” in BYD’s battery production line.

BYD is fast becoming one of the world’s leading electric vehicle companies, and ForwardX says the new robotic implementation heralds “a new era of efficiency and eco-friendly manufacturing”.

In response to the surging demand for batteries in the electric vehicle market, BYD has transformed its production process by integrating ForwardX Robotics’ AMRs and customized autonomous forklifts.

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Arm and Nuro partner to develop autonomous vehicles at commercial scale

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Arm Holdings, a semiconductor design and software platform company, and Nuro, a developer of autonomous vehicles, have agreed a multi-year collaboration to drive a scalable approach to the commercialization of autonomous vehicles with AI built into their foundations.

As part of this partnership, Nuro is leveraging ​the​​​ leading-edge ​​​Arm ​Automotive Enhanced (AE) technology to develop the next generation Nuro Driver.

The Nuro Driver is Nuro’s core technology, an integrated autonomous driving system consisting of state-of-the-art, AI-first software and custom-built sense and compute hardware. [Read more…] about Arm and Nuro partner to develop autonomous vehicles at commercial scale

ZF opens new factories in India and the USA

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ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) division is leveraging global growth opportunities brought by increasing trends towards decarbonizing commercial vehicles.

Yesterday, the division opened a plant in Oragadam, India (Tamil Nadu Province), where electric components will also be produced for the Indian and Asian markets.

A week earlier, ZF’s US plant in Gray Court started local production of the efficient and hybrid-capable PowerLine transmission for light commercial vehicles for the North American market. With both locations, the CVS division is continuing its global growth and sustainability strategy. [Read more…] about ZF opens new factories in India and the USA

Dedicated Lanes for Autonomous Vehicles

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Autonomous, or self-driving vehicles are already here, although in limited use. These cars and trucks have great promise for improving the driving experience for individuals and making trucking more efficient and less costly.

They are in the testing phase and will not be widely adopted until late in his decade.

Many in the industry originally thought progress for autonomous vehicles would be further along by now, but some difficulties have arisen. Safety is the primary concern, especially when these vehicles go truly driverless. Many on the road now have a human copilot aboard to make certain no safety issues arise. [Read more…] about Dedicated Lanes for Autonomous Vehicles

Japanese researchers develop ‘innovative, low-cost’ UAV for inspecting transmission lines

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The novel approach avoids costly and sophisticated equipment, while also enabling automated close-range inspection of transmission lines

Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are now widely used for remote inspection of electrical transmission lines, but capturing detailed information over long distances poses challenges.

Additionally, sophisticated equipment is needed due to magnetic field interferences, increasing costs. Now, a team of researchers has introduced an innovative low-cost UAV platform.

Using specialized algorithms, it addresses the limitations of affordable equipment, facilitating close-range inspections. The proposed system paves the way for the widespread adoption of automated inspection systems. [Read more…] about Japanese researchers develop ‘innovative, low-cost’ UAV for inspecting transmission lines

Toyota Research Institute showcases latest AI-assisted driving technology

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Last month, Toyota Research Institute (TRI) invited reporters for a deep dive into its new Accelerated Concepts program in active safety.

The international media event at Thunderhill Raceway, Willows, California, marked a first for TRI, offering journalists from the US and Europe an opportunity to ride inside its research vehicles and simulators and experience firsthand how TRI is approaching autonomy.

TRI’s Human Interactive Driving (HID) team aims their research not at self-driving robotaxis but rather at active safety, incorporating both high autonomy AND high driver engagement. This approach makes driving both safer and more fun – keeping the driver engaged and working with the car as a truly intelligent partner. [Read more…] about Toyota Research Institute showcases latest AI-assisted driving technology