Barack Obama Collaborates with Biden Administration on AI Strategy and Oversight

Former President Barack Obama advised the White House on its strategy for addressing artificial intelligence (AI) over the past five months, collaborating with tech companies and engaging in Zoom meetings with top Biden administration aides.

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New Bill Seeks Congressional Input on Federal AI Implementation and Safety Standards

A new bill in response to the White House's executive order on AI has been introduced, aiming to provide Congress with input on the federal government's implementation of AI systems.

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Cruise Temporarily Suspends Driverless Car Fleet Amid Safety Concerns and Regulatory Scrutiny

Cruise, the autonomous vehicle operator, has decided to temporarily halt its fleet of driverless cars across the United States, citing a need to reassess its operations and build public trust.

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Consumer Confidence in Fully Automated Self-Driving Vehicles Declines, Reports J.D. Power

Consumer confidence in fully automated self-driving vehicles has declined for a second year, with the readiness index score dropping to 37 out of 100, according to J.D. Power's 2023 U.S. Mobility Confidence Index (MCI) Study.

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Waabi and Uber Freight Launch Autonomous Trucking Pilot Route from Dallas to Houston

Uber Freight and Waabi have launched a commercial autonomous trucking pilot route in Texas, with plans to offer billions of miles in autonomous hauls with carrier partners over the next decade.

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California Debates Self-Driving Truck Restrictions Amidst Safety and Job Concerns

California lawmakers, labor unions, and truck drivers are urging Governor Gavin Newsom to sign a bill that would ban self-driving trucks weighing more than 10,000 pounds from operating on public roads without a human driver on board.

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Chinese Electric Carmakers Forge Ahead Abroad, Triggering a Showdown with U.S. and European Auto Titans

Chinese electric car manufacturers are making a significant push into the European market, using platforms like the International Motor Show (IAA) in Munich, Germany, to showcase their presence and challenge established players like BMW and Ford in the realm of battery-powered vehicles.

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Smart Technology Ensures Green Lights for Freight Transportation

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is implementing a five-year intelligent traffic signal optimization program in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to reduce the number of stops for trucks at traffic lights.

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