NTSB Takes Aim At Level 2 Systems: Weekly Connected and Autonomous Vehicle News
The National Transportation Safety Board released a report blaming SAE Level 2 semi‑autonomous systems for two fatal 2024 crashes involving Ford Mustang Mach‑E models and called for tighter oversight. In parallel, Waymo halted its New York City robotaxi trials after its permits expired, while Rivian announced a $500 million funding round and a partnership with DoorDash for autonomous deliveries. WeRide and Uber began commercial Level 4 robotaxi service in Dubai, and Tesla expanded its unsupervised robotaxi geofence in Austin. Connectivity milestones include 300,000 OnStar‑enabled vehicles in Mexico and growing automotive solutions from Verizon.
Geotab and Hyundai Partner on Hardware-Free Telematics, Delivering High-Resolution GPS Across Europe
Geotab and Hyundai Motor Co. have launched a native telematics integration across Europe that streams vehicle data directly from factory‑installed systems, eliminating the need for aftermarket hardware. The solution delivers high‑resolution GPS updates every 10 seconds for newer models and...