Driving

Faction Raises $4.3M to Develop Light EV Driverless Fleets

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210602005051/en/
    Faction T1 Cargo + Rider Prototypes (Photo: Business Wire)
    Faction is aiming at both micro-logistics and ride-on-demand with a right-sized approach to driverless fleets.
  • Deploying safety-forward driverless vehicles at scale requires developing from the chassis up, said Faction CEO, Ain McKendrick.
  • As a technology company, Faction is partnering with manufacturers of light electric vehicles to scale operational fleets and the company will be announcing the first customer trials later this year.
  • Faction is a Silicon Valley startup that develops driverless solutions based on light electric vehicles.

Jacobs, Peachtree Corners, and Qualcomm Collaborate to Deploy Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything Technology in Georgia Smart City

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

today announced joint efforts to deploy end-to-end smart solutions in one of the nation's first smart city environments powered by real-world connected vehicle technology and infrastructure.

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  • today announced joint efforts to deploy end-to-end smart solutions in one of the nation's first smart city environments powered by real-world connected vehicle technology and infrastructure.
  • Peachtree Corners is home to one of the nation's most advanced smart city ecosystems, with smart connected technologies actively being developed and deployed in real-world conditions.
  • Jacobs, Peachtree Corners and Qualcomm Technologies are working together to deploy the company's technology solutions, focusing initially on roadside infrastructure, traffic management and road safety, with the implementation of Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) technology.
  • Peachtree Corners intends to roll out additional smart solutions in the future by collaborating with Qualcomm Technologies smart cities ecosystem and Qualcomm IoT Services Suite verticals.

Global and China Port Automated Driving Report 2021: Global Freight Shipping Rates will Rev up Deployment - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, May 31, 2021

The "Global Port Automated Driving Report, 2021" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Global Port Automated Driving Report, 2021" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The surging global freight shipping rates will rev up the deployment of automated driving in ports.
  • The frequent shipping crises in 2021 have forced many exporters to sign freight contracts for the next 12 months at high prices.
  • In 2020, half the autonomous driving funding cases in China targeted start-ups making deployments in commercial vehicles.

FLIP. First fully autonomous vehicle by SberAutoTech

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Thursday, May 27, 2021

MOSCOW, May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- SberAutoTech, a Sber ecosystem company, has revealed a prototype of its own autonomous vehicle for future mobility, FLIP.

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  • MOSCOW, May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- SberAutoTech, a Sber ecosystem company, has revealed a prototype of its own autonomous vehicle for future mobility, FLIP.
  • The brand-new and fully self-driving vehicle has been developed to match the highest level in international driving automation classification.
  • Designed as a fully autonomous vehicle, FLIP has no traditional control panels and is capable of carrying six persons with maximum comfort.
  • Fully connected autonomous and safe taxi of the future is available via a user app.

FLIP. First fully autonomous vehicle by SberAutoTech

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Thursday, May 27, 2021

MOSCOW, May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- SberAutoTech, a Sber ecosystem company, has revealed a prototype of its own autonomous vehicle for future mobility, FLIP.

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  • MOSCOW, May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- SberAutoTech, a Sber ecosystem company, has revealed a prototype of its own autonomous vehicle for future mobility, FLIP.
  • The brand-new and fully self-driving vehicle has been developed to match the highest level in international driving automation classification.
  • So the vehicle is ready to continue the journey in time comparable to a fueling of a conventional car.
  • Designed as a fully autonomous vehicle, FLIP has no traditional control panels and is capable of carrying six persons with maximum comfort.

VisionNav showcased latest driverless industrial vehicles and solution at KoreaMAT

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Wednesday, May 26, 2021

SEOUL, South Korea, May 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- VisionNav Robotics, a globally leading supplier of driverless vehicles, showcased their latest unmanned logistics solution for flexibility and expansive applications at KoreaMAT (May 25-28, 2021), the largest international logistics exhibition in Korea.

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  • SEOUL, South Korea, May 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- VisionNav Robotics, a globally leading supplier of driverless vehicles, showcased their latest unmanned logistics solution for flexibility and expansive applications at KoreaMAT (May 25-28, 2021), the largest international logistics exhibition in Korea.
  • As one of the earliest companies providing driverless industrial vehicles, VisionNav and its partners exhibited creative products and solutions during the show:
    VisionNav always focus on the flexibility and replicability of the solution.
  • Shared pallet with built-in RFID chips and big data set can track goods information and match information flow with the logistics flow of driverless industrial vehicles.
  • The company is committed to applying artificial intelligence (AI), environmental perception, deep learning and servo control technologies to driverless industrial vehicles.

Movandi Demonstrates Seamless 5G mmWave Connectivity for Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything Communications

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Monday, May 24, 2021

Movandi , a leader in new 5G millimeter wave (mmWave) technology today announced a successful demonstration of mmWave repeaters, delivering on the promise of seamless 5G cellular vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) communications for the next generation of connected cars.

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  • Movandi , a leader in new 5G millimeter wave (mmWave) technology today announced a successful demonstration of mmWave repeaters, delivering on the promise of seamless 5G cellular vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) communications for the next generation of connected cars.
  • As 5G interfaces displace legacy generations of telematics controls, 5G will spur the introduction of new automotive infotainment services and more data-rich cloud connectivity.
  • Movandi offers complete 5G mmWave reference designs, demos and trial opportunities to help customers reduce development costs and accelerate time to market.
  • Movandis flexible solutions solve 5G mmWave deployment cost and schedule challenges and provide future-proof solutions utilizing mesh and routing to further improve 5G coverage and capacity.

As Summer Road Trip Season Kicks Off, National Survey from Erie Insurance Reveals Drivers' Top 5 Concerns About Other Drivers

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Monday, May 24, 2021

ERIE, Pa., May 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --With Americans planning to hit the road over Memorial Day weekend and throughout the summer, a national survey commissioned by Erie Insurance provides new insights about what drivers can expect to see on the road.

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  • ERIE, Pa., May 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --With Americans planning to hit the road over Memorial Day weekend and throughout the summer, a national survey commissioned by Erie Insurance provides new insights about what drivers can expect to see on the road.
  • The survey asked about everything from concerns about other drivers' behaviors; their own habits when it comes to speeding and use of social media while driving; and the number of miles they'll drive in a single road trip.
  • The survey also found that while drivers may be road ready, their cars may not be, as some put off vehicle maintenance during the pandemic.
  • Drivers aged 25-44 seem the most tired, with 13% of them saying they sometimes or often fall asleep while driving.

AUTOCRYPT partners with University of Windsor's SHIELD Automotive Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence

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Monday, May 17, 2021

b'TORONTO, May 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Electric vehicle and autonomous vehicle cybersecurity provider AUTOCRYPT announced that the company had officially partnered with the SHIELD Automotive Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, hosted by the University of Windsor, to prioritize research and development in securing connected and autonomous vehicles.\nAs automotive technology evolves to become more autonomous and electrified, threats to the technology have seen exponential increase.

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  • b'TORONTO, May 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Electric vehicle and autonomous vehicle cybersecurity provider AUTOCRYPT announced that the company had officially partnered with the SHIELD Automotive Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, hosted by the University of Windsor, to prioritize research and development in securing connected and autonomous vehicles.\nAs automotive technology evolves to become more autonomous and electrified, threats to the technology have seen exponential increase.
  • "The goals of SHIELD and AUTOCRYPT align together exceptionally well," said AUTOCRYPT\'s Director of Business Development, Sean HJ Cho.
  • Recognized by TU-Automotive as the Best Auto Cybersecurity Product/Solution of 2019, AUTOCRYPT continues to pave the way in transportation and mobility security through a multi-layered, holistic approach.
  • Through security solutions for V2X/C-V2X, V2G (including PnC security), in-vehicle security, and Fleet Management, AUTOCRYPT ensures that security is prioritized before vehicles hit the road.\n'

AUTOCRYPT partners with University of Windsor's SHIELD Automotive Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence

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Monday, May 17, 2021

b'TORONTO, May 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Electric vehicle and autonomous vehicle cybersecurity provider AUTOCRYPT announced that the company had officially partnered with the SHIELD Automotive Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, hosted by the University of Windsor, to prioritize research and development in securing connected and autonomous vehicles.\nAs automotive technology evolves to become more autonomous and electrified, threats to the technology have seen exponential increase.

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  • b'TORONTO, May 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Electric vehicle and autonomous vehicle cybersecurity provider AUTOCRYPT announced that the company had officially partnered with the SHIELD Automotive Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, hosted by the University of Windsor, to prioritize research and development in securing connected and autonomous vehicles.\nAs automotive technology evolves to become more autonomous and electrified, threats to the technology have seen exponential increase.
  • "The goals of SHIELD and AUTOCRYPT align together exceptionally well," said AUTOCRYPT\'s Director of Business Development, Sean HJ Cho.
  • Recognized by TU-Automotive as the Best Auto Cybersecurity Product/Solution of 2019, AUTOCRYPT continues to pave the way in transportation and mobility security through a multi-layered, holistic approach.
  • Through security solutions for V2X/C-V2X, V2G (including PnC security), in-vehicle security, and Fleet Management, AUTOCRYPT ensures that security is prioritized before vehicles hit the road.\n'