Musk’s Cybercab dream may hit 2,500-vehicle limit in US
Tesla's Cybercab promises to revolutionize transportation, but legal and safety challenges pose major obstacles. Current NHTSA exemptions limit the number of vehicles deployed annually to 2,500 for models lacking human controls. Regulatory approval of Tesla's steering-wheel-less Cybercab will limit production, making mass adoption difficult without changes. Elon Musk promised "very high" production volumes for the Tesla Cybercab when he unveiled it late last week. Bold words, but Tesla still has a lot of nasty regulatory hurdles to overcome before this fully self-driving car can hit the production line, let alone start mass production. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP"){ adpushup.triggerAd("4d84e4c9 -9937-4f84-82c0-c94544ee6f2a"); } else{ adpushup.triggerAd(" 6a782b01-facb-45f3-a88f-ddf1b1f97657"); } }); Like Tesla's other vehicles, the Cybercab relies on the company's vision-only self-driving technology, but with one twist: There's no steering wheel, no pedals, and no controls whatsoever. While this would make sense for a vehicle that could drive 100% autonomously without any human intervention, actually…
Ford F-750 driver ignores weight limit, crashes
The bridge was originally built in 1840, but the current structure is a replica built after the original bridge burned down in the 1970s September 4, 2024 20:31 A hole appeared on the deck of the Babbs Bridge in Maine after an overweight truck tried to pass through. The damage to the bridge was caused by a Ford F-750, which was estimated to have exceeded the bridge's weight limit by 30,000 pounds. The driver suffered minor injuries, but repairs to the historic bridge will take time. A historic covered bridge in Maine was badly damaged when a driver of a fully loaded Ford F-750 ignored warning signs and attempted to cross the bridge. The wooden structure could not bear the weight and collapsed, leaving a large hole. Local authorities were forced to close the bridge indefinitely. The incident took place on Friday, August 23, at the Babbs Bridge, which spans the Presumpscot River between Gorham and Windham. As one of…
Ford F-750 driver ignores weight limit, crashes
The bridge was originally built in 1840, but the current structure is a replica built after the original bridge burned down in the 1970s September 4, 2024 20:31 A hole appeared on the deck of the Babbs Bridge in Maine after an overweight truck tried to pass through. The damage to the bridge was caused by a Ford F-750, which was estimated to have exceeded the bridge's weight limit by 30,000 pounds. The driver suffered minor injuries, but repairs to the historic bridge will take time. A historic covered bridge in Maine was badly damaged when a driver of a fully loaded Ford F-750 ignored warning signs and attempted to cross the bridge. The wooden structure could not bear the weight and collapsed, leaving a large hole. Local authorities were forced to close the bridge indefinitely. The incident took place on Friday, August 23, at the Babbs Bridge, which spans the Presumpscot River between Gorham and Windham. As one of…
Commodore exceeded the speed limit by 110 km/h
South Australian police have charged a 21-year-old man with two speeding charges after the state's safety cameras twice detected his Holden Commodore going 110km/h over the speed limit. At 4.30am on August 10, a speed camera at the intersection of Elizabeth Grove Main North Road and Fairfield Road recorded the Commodore travelling at 196km/h in an 80km/h zone. Just three days later, on August 13, another safety camera at the intersection of Main North Road and Wolmar Road in Elizabeth North detected the car again, this time at a speed of 203 km/h. Both alleged crimes took place within minutes of the former Holden Elizabeth plant, which produced most of the company's vehicles from 1963 to 2017, including the Commodore in question. On August 18, police responded to the man's home in Elizabeth Downs, where police dog Jacks found the 21-year-old hiding in a cupboard. He was charged with two counts of speeding ($1895 fine, nine demerit points) and two…
Chevrolet Bolt recall fails over 84 vehicles due to battery fires
Chevrolet Bolt owners are being warned to take certain steps until their vehicles can be repaired. July 5, 2024 — Chevrolet Bolt has again announced a recall of previously recalled 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV vehicles due to battery fires. Chevrolet Bolt owners are warned to take the following steps until their vehicles can be repaired. “Set the vehicle’s target charge level feature to limit the charge level to 90 percent, charge the vehicle more frequently to avoid draining the battery to the remaining 70 miles of range, park the vehicle outside after charging, and do not charge indoors overnight.” — General Motors Advanced diagnostic software may have been installed incorrectly and failed to detect defective battery modules, potentially leading to battery fires in 72 vehicles in the United States and 12 in Canada. Once the recall letters are mailed on August 5, 2024, GM dealers will reinstall the advanced diagnostic software. Chevrolet Bolt EV and…
Dodge Challenger hits and kills woman during test drive in Odessa, Texas
Odessa resident Benjamin Means was test driving a Dodge Challenger at 124 mph. July 27, 2024 — A mother of two was killed in a fatal Dodge Challenger test drive when the driver was driving more than 120 mph in a 45 mph zone and struck another vehicle. Now a lawsuit claims the dealership, dealer salesperson and the driver of the Dodge Challenger should be paid at least $1 million for the fatal crash. The Texas lawsuit names Lithia Motors (Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Odessa National), car salesman Kenneth Salas, and Benjamin Kyle Meece, who was driving the 2021 Dodge Challenger during a test drive. On the morning of June 7, 2024, dealer salesman Salas and potential buyer Benjamin Meece prepared to test drive the 2021 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack from dealerships across the United States. The two were traveling in the 4800 block of East University Drive in Odessa when the Challenger approached an intersection at 124…
Chevrolet won’t limit Corvette ZR1 production
Chevrolet will produce 2025 ZR1s based on market demand, without any production limits. GM believes the high-performance halo will boost sales of the Stingray, E-Ray and Z06. Chevrolet decided to go with turbocharging, giving the ZR1 greater efficiency and a more compact package. The 2025 Corvette ZR1 is an American supercar that will undoubtedly be highly sought after. Thankfully, Chevrolet isn't going to limit production. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP"){ adpushup.triggerAd("4d84e4c9 -9937-4f84-82c0-c94544ee6f2a"); } else{ adpushup.triggerAd("6a782b01-facb-45f3-a88f-ddf1b1f97657"); } }); At a preview event last month, Chevrolet officials said the ZR1's sales were modest, but its impact was huge. As they explained, the new performance halo helps keep the Corvette relevant, while the extra attention should boost sales of the Stingray, E-Ray, and Z06. Michael Gauthier/CarScoops The company did not confirm specific numbers, but officials told us they will not be limiting production. Quite the contrary, they will "produce as much as the market…
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