Autonomous vehicles ‘generally’ safer than human drivers
One of the largest studies in autonomous vehicles has found that self-driving cars are safer than human drivers apart from when they are turning or when the light is poor. […]
self-driving
Thatcham Research calls for further legislation after AV Act
Thatcham Research has welcomed the news that the Automated Vehicles Act has received Royal Assent, but suggests further legislation is required to ensure the safe introduction of self-driving vehicles to […]
Automated Vehicles Act receives Royal Assent
Self-driving vehicles could join the UK car parc within two years after the government’s Automated Vehicles Act was passed into law today. The law requires self-driving vehicles to pass rigorous […]
Self-driving cars steering towards 2026
Transport Secretary Mark Harper has said driverless cars could be on UK roads as soon as 2026. The UK government announced new legislation last month to accelerate the introduction of […]
IMI welcomes government reshuffle
The Institute of the Motor Industry has welcomed the government reshuffle and is eager to share its insights with the relevant newly-appointed cabinet members. Hayley Pells, policy lead, said: “The […]
Oxa and eVersum announce autonomous collaboration
Autonomous vehicle software developer Oxa has entered into a partnership with eVersum, which provides electric commercial vehicles and passenger transport solutions. The partnership will see the pair design, develop and […]
Oxa enters US market
Autonomous vehicle software developer Oxa is entering the US market through a new partnership with Beep, which provides autonomous shared mobility solutions. The partnership will see Oxa’s autonomy software installed […]
Automated tech diminishing drivers’ skills
New data has revealed that 66% of drivers have automated technology in their cars, with nearly a third (31%) believing it makes people worse drivers. The survey, by Quotezone, found […]
UK drivers reject self-driving timeline
New research suggests that UK motorist are not enthusiastic about the introduction of self-driving cars. Motoring experts at Quotezone asked 1,000 car insurance customers whether they would be keen to […]
Thatcham Research provides ‘BlueCruise’ clarity
Thatcham Research has provided clarity around the term ‘BlueCruise’, after Ford announced it was launching the first ‘hands-free’ assisted driving system in the UK. Thatcham Research Vehicle Technology Specialist Tom […]
