FIA Taps AWS to Modernize How F1 Rules Get Written
The FIA has named Amazon Web Services its official AI and cloud computing partner to support the drafting of future technical regulations.
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Aircraft Had Anti-Lock Brakes Before Cars Did, and the Gap Still Matters
Jalopnik reports that anti-lock brakes appeared on airplanes in the 1940s, while production cars waited until the 1960s, and the first car remains debated.
Uber's Self-Driving Taxis Hit London Streets Amid Safety Debate
Uber's autonomous ride-hailing cars have launched in London, and experts disagree on whether robotaxis are ready for congested city streets.
Cylinder Deactivation Saves Fuel but May Bring Mechanical Trouble
Cylinder deactivation, a fuel-saving engine technology now more than forty years old, is drawing scrutiny over the mechanical problems it can cause.
Driver Says Tesla Was on FSD While He Slept, Hitting CHP Patrol Car
A 22-year-old Tesla driver told investigators he was asleep with Full Self-Driving engaged when his car struck a California Highway Patrol cruiser, injuring two officers.
Camera-readable seatbelts could show whether occupants are buckled up correctly
ZF Lifetec has unveiled an infrared seatbelt designed so camera systems can confirm belts are worn correctly, as EU driver monitoring rules tighten.
Tesla Renames Full Self-Driving to Assisted Driving in Europe
Tesla is dropping the Full Self-Driving name in Europe as it seeks EU-wide approval for its driver assistance technology, according to two outlets.