Technical Velocity: AI claims processing up 180 percent over last three years, CCC says
Chicago, Illinois — In an insurer artificial intelligence (AI) adoption report, CCC Intelligent Solutions says that AI claims processing has risen by 60 percent a year, for the past three years. This follows a claim by the tech company that more than 14 million claims have been processed with a CCC AI system, which indicated […]
Clean Sweep: Tesla approved for single-blade, track-based windshield wiper patent
Toronto, Ontario — Because they can’t just simply be like the other kids, Tesla has announced the approval of a new windshield wiper design that eschews the sweeping arc motion of your grandpa’s wipers in favour of something slightly higher tech. Tesla’s new “electromagnetic windshield wiper system” instead uses a linear actuator at the bottom […]
Autonomous Integration: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers proposes adding white light to traffic signals
Toronto, Ontario – A new paper from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) suggests that adding a fourth white light on traffic lights may help integrate autonomous vehicles (AVs) into real-world streets, with human drivers. According to an article by Jalopnik, IEEE researchers ran a simulation where traffic lights featured a white light, […]
‘Ol Reliable: Lexus tops J.D. Power 2023 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study
Toronto, Ontario — What do your favourite jeans, an old recipe and Lexus vehicles have in common? If you asked the experts at J.D. Power, they might say “dependability”, given the results of the newly released 2023 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study. That’s right, Toyota’s highly esteemed luxury brand came out on top of this year’s […]
Growing Reputation: Axalta AquaEC Flex electric vehicle coating earns 2023 Edison Award, three earned this year
Pennsylvania, United States – Axalta has won three 2023 Edison Awards, with one of the winners being AquaEC Flex, an electrocoat specially designed for electric vehicles (EVs). The other two award recipients were the Abcite 2060 coating for large metal structures and the self-priming kitchen cabinet coating. According to a company press release, AquaEC Flex […]
Financial Missteps: Volvo fined US$130M by NHTSA for Safety Act violations
Washington, D.C., United States — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has fined Volvo’s North American group approximately US$130 million (approx. $175 million), citing multiple violations of the U.S.’s safety act. That included untimely recall filings, including inaccurate defect and noncompliance information reports, failure to adequately notifying owners of a recall, failure to submit […]
Built to Last: J.D. Power releases 2023 ALG Residual Value Awards
Toronto, Ontario — J.D. Power has released its nominees for the 2023 ALG Residual Value Awards, recognizing OEMs for producing vehicles with the highest projected manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) after a three or four year time frame, for premium and mass market vehicles respectively. According to J.D. Power, these awards are a vital consideration […]
Expensive Expansions: Canada’s largest Tesla service centre planned for Hamilton mall
Hamilton, Ontario — Electric vehicle manufacturer, Tesla, is opening a 60,000 square foot service centre in Hamilton, Ont., that promises to provide customers services like “software updates, paintless bolt-on panel replacement and/or dent removal,” and more. According to a letter obtained by Drive Tesla Canada, this location is planned to open at the CF Lime […]
EV/AV Report: Advancing autonomy while solidifying cybersecurity
Toronto, Ontario — The University of Windsor partners with a national telecomms provider to spearhead development in autonomous vehicle (AV) connectivity, the director of the FBI warns about the potential use of AVs by terrorists and a Japanese town begins large-scale testing for Level 4 autonomous vehicles. This is the latest in electric and autonomous […]
Blue Screen Beware: Ford recalls Explorer, Lincoln Corsair and Aviator vehicles for rearview camera malfunctions
Washington D.C., United States — Ford Motor Co. is recalling 462,000 vehicles globally, citing faulty video outputs that may prevent rearview cameras from displaying. According to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) timeline, this recall impacts 2020 to 2023 model year Ford Explorers, Lincoln Corsairs and Aviator vehicles with 360-degree cameras. Under this defect, […]
