Ford remains wary of Tesla-like autonomous driving features | Computerworld

At a time when Tesla is rolling out sophisticated autonomous driving features, Ford believes the industry is not ready for consumer vehicles that can safely drive themselves.

Source: Ford remains wary of Tesla-like autonomous driving features | Computerworld

NHTSA: Google’s AI ‘Driver’ Can Qualify For US Roads – InformationWeek

In a letter to the search giant, the NHTSA indicates its support for Google’s self-driving vehicles by stating the computer that pilots the car can be considered a driver.

Source: NHTSA: Google’s AI ‘Driver’ Can Qualify For US Roads – InformationWeek

First Automated Truck Licensed To Operate On Public Roads – InformationWeek

The state of Nevada has given a commercial trucking license to Daimler Trucks North America. Will such vehicles someday become yet another form of computer hardware that falls under the purview of IT professionals?

Source: First Automated Truck Licensed To Operate On Public Roads – InformationWeek