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IIHS study finds drivers significantly more likely to speed while using adaptive cruise control

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The systems on the market today don’t restrict drivers from setting speeds that are higher than the legal limit, and they require constant supervision by the driver because they’re not capable of handling certain common road features and driving scenarios. That 1 mph increase may not sound like much.

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Mercedes-Benz begins sales of DRIVE PILOT Level 3 conditionally automated driving in Germany

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DRIVE PILOT enables customers to hand the driving task over to the system under certain conditions in heavy traffic or congestion situations on suitable motorway sections in Germany up to a speed of 60 km/h (37 mph). Mercedes-Benz is ensuring that the new technology is being put on the road in a legally compliant manner.

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Mercedes-Benz presents autonomous Future Truck 2025 research vehicle; “Highway Pilot”

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Mercedes-Benz unveiled the Future Truck 2025 in Magdeburg, Germany. The truck is equipped with the intelligent Highway Pilot assistance system, which enables it to drive completely autonomously at speeds of up to 85 km/h (53 mph). The Future Truck 2025 with “Highway Pilot” is based on the Mercedes-Benz Actros 1845.

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Faraday delivers its $300K luxury EV, but its stock is plummeting

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California EV startup Faraday Future, which has just relaunched delivery of its luxury $309,000 electric car, is at risk of being delisted from NASDAQ due to plummeting share price. FF 91/Source: Faraday Future Currently, the company is delivering its new FF 91, its only model, which started on May 31 but was paused a couple of days later.

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Audi to showcase Level 4, 5 autonomous concepts, production A8 with Level 3 autonomy at IAA

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They also provide insights into the brand’s future Audi AI technologies. Introduction of the Audi AI traffic jam pilot requires both clarity regarding the legal parameters for each country and specific adaptation and testing of the system. mph) and automatically change lane.

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BMW presents two concept electric two-wheelers at IAA Mobility: BMW i Vision AMBY and BMW Motorrad Vision AMBY

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120 mm of suspension travel front and rear is ideal for all applications in and around town at speeds of up to 60 km/h (37 mph). 28/ 37 mph]) and corresponding insurance cover. A single-sided swinging arm otherwise unique to BMW Motorrad links the rear wheel with the frame.

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Mercedes-Benz DRIVE PILOT gains first U.S. approval for Level 3 system

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It can operate at speeds up to 40 MPH. These activities are legally permissible depending on laws that apply where DRIVE PILOT is being used. Foremost, in a crash with another vehicle, while DRIVE PILOT is engaged, Mercedes accepts legal liability for the accident.