Autonomous Vehicles

News and information about vehicles which can drive themselves without human supervision or input. Unmanned vehicles are vehicles which are either controlled remotely, or perhaps operate autonomously.

MCity Director Peng Explains The University Of Michigan Autonomous Vehicles Test Track

ROYAL OAK - MCity Director Huei Peng comes on M2 TechCast to talk about the recent good news that 42 companies will invest $150,000 each over the next three years to keep the Autonomous and Connected Vehicle Laboratory operational. MCity provides a living laboratory for all member companies to come in and perfect. Also 11

By |2018-02-25T14:32:39-05:00February 25th, 2018|Auto Tech, Autonomous Vehicles, M2 TechCast, Podcasts|

42 Companies Invest $150,000 Each In MCity

ANN ARBOR - Forty-two companies have committed to investing $150,000 each in Mcity as Affiliate members over the next three years.   Mcity is the University of Michigan-led public-private R&D initiative leading the transformation to connected and automated mobility. The Affiliate members represent a broad range of industry sectors that reflect Mcity's success in building

By |2018-02-08T16:47:28-05:00February 8th, 2018|Auto Tech, Autonomous Vehicles|

Danlaw Rolls Out New Antenna For Connected Vehicles

NOVI — Danlaw announced the release of a new antenna intended for connected-vehicle applications. The Through Glass Integrated V2X Antenna pairs with Dedicated Short Range Communications wireless systems to enable vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-infrastructure communications. Traditional aftermarket antennas, require drilling holes or passing cables through window and door openings, which risks damaging vehicle seals. Danlaw’s dual-radio,

By |2018-02-01T19:16:20-05:00February 1st, 2018|Auto Tech, Autonomous Vehicles, ESD|

Nexteer Expands Steering Technology For Autonomous Vehicles

DETROIT — Nexteer Automotive, the Saginaw-based developer of electric steering technology, announced the expansion of its advanced steering technology suite at the 2018 North American International Auto Show. “While these industry-leading innovations can each stand on their own merit, the real game-changer is the combination of technologies in a single suite of technologies,” said Jeff

By |2018-01-19T10:50:40-05:00January 19th, 2018|Autonomous Vehicles, ESD|

New Patented System Could Prevent Motion Sickness While Riding In Self-Driving Cars

ANN ARBOR - One of the selling points of autonomous vehicles is the chance for drivers to be more productive while traveling. But some, suffering from motion sickness, won't be able to take advantage of relinquishing the wheel. The main cause of motion sickness is a conflict between vestibular and visual inputs when not watching

By |2018-01-18T18:20:45-05:00January 18th, 2018|Auto Tech, Autonomous Vehicles|

LTU Students Win Design Industry Awards At MAIN Event 2018

DETROIT – Nine Lawrence Technological University students won industry-sponsored awards and scholarships Sunday night at MAIN Event 2018, a celebration of automotive design and innovation held at the Max M. Fisher Music Center in midtown Detroit. Around 600 people attended the eighth annual event, which helps kick off the North American International Auto Show. The

By |2018-01-19T07:04:35-05:00January 17th, 2018|Auto Tech, Autonomous Vehicles, News|

Carmera Wins Autonomous Driving Best Of Show At PlanetM Awards

DETROIT – PlanetM and AutoMobili-D Tuesday announced that CARMERA, provider of real-time 3D maps and navigation-critical data for autonomous vehicles, was awarded both Best in Show and Startup of the Year by Governor Rick Snyder at the inaugural PlanetM Awards ceremony during the 2018 North American International Auto Show. “AutoMobili-D, the premier mobility technology event

By |2018-01-17T09:38:42-05:00January 17th, 2018|Auto Tech, Autonomous Vehicles, Featured|

MSU To Showcase At Detroit Auto Show Autonomous Vehicle At Automobili-D

EAST LANSING – At a high-tech show targeting startups that’s a new part of the 2018 North American International Auto Show, Michigan State University researchers will be there to demonstrate advanced technology aiming to overcome even the most challenging driving conditions. MSU will showcase its autonomous vehicle computer vision and sensor technology in the  AutoMobili-D

By |2018-01-11T14:51:54-05:00January 11th, 2018|Auto Tech, Autonomous Vehicles, Featured|

Gov. Snyder Proclaims Jan. 14-21 As AutoMobili-D Week

DETROIT - The North American International Auto Show on Wednesday announced Gov. Rick Snyder has officially proclaimed Jan. 14 – 21 as AutoMobili-D Week in the state. AutoMobili-D is a global exposition of the automotive ecosystem – from startups and venture capital firms to suppliers, automakers, universities and government organizations. “AutoMobili-D is unmatched in its offering,

By |2018-01-10T19:15:03-05:00January 10th, 2018|Auto Tech, Autonomous Vehicles, Featured|

May Mobility Testing Driverless Shuttles In Downtown Detroit

ANN ARBOR - While the Big Three automakers are still in the research and development phase, University of Michigan startup May Mobility already has tested its bright green-and-white driverless shuttles on public streets in downtown Detroit, and has ambitious plans for growth. The company recently licensed five autonomous driving-related technologies from U-M that will help

By |2018-01-10T09:08:54-05:00January 9th, 2018|Autonomous Vehicles, Featured, Mobile MI|