Nissan sides with Tesla on camera-based self-driving approach, LiDAR not needed

By Simon Alvarez Posted on May 17, 2019 Japanese automaker Nissan Motor Co Ltd stated on Thursday that it would be using cameras and radar in the development of its full self-driving technologies. Seemingly siding with American electric car maker Tesla, Nissan argued that LiDAR, a key component in the autonomous driving systems of competitors …

Tesla’s adaptive suspension is the perfect complement to its self-driving neural net

By Dacia J. Ferris Posted on April 24, 2019 Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) software and recent Model S and Model X updates may usher in a new era for responsive vehicle suspension systems. The key lies within the FSD’s ability to predict driving paths. Improved versions of Tesla’s flagship vehicles were recently announced as under …

Tesla’s Autonomy Day highlights Elon Musk’s vision for a full self-driving future without LiDAR

By Simon Alvarez Posted on April 23, 2019 Elon Musk did not mince his words when he was asked about LiDAR during Tesla’s recently-held Autonomy Day, an event that featured a deep dive into the company’s full self-driving strategies and initiatives. Ever the bold CEO, Musk noted that LiDAR is unnecessary for vehicles to achieve …