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A driver's test for autonomous vehicles? A leading expert says US should have one
Read full article: A driver's test for autonomous vehicles? A leading expert says US should have oneAt a time of growing concern about the safety of self-driving vehicles, a leading expert is calling on the federal government to develop a national driver’s test that such vehicles would have to pass before they could travel on public roads.
It’s electric: JEA promotes sustainability, efficiency at ride-and-drive event
Read full article: It’s electric: JEA promotes sustainability, efficiency at ride-and-drive eventAs a push to educate Northeast Florida on the value of electric vehicles, JEA hosted a ride-and-drive event Saturday afternoon.
Question: If electric vehicles and solar panels were more affordable, would you buy them?
Read full article: Question: If electric vehicles and solar panels were more affordable, would you buy them?Electric vehicles and solar panels for homes can help save money on gas and energy costs, but as of right now, they can be more costly than traditional vehicles and energy consumption that can also be worse for the environment.
US agency orders automated vehicle makers to report crashes
Read full article: US agency orders automated vehicle makers to report crashesThe U.S. government’s highway safety agency has ordered automakers to report any crashes involving fully autonomous vehicles or partially automated driver assist systems.
Volkswagen tests electric cars, transit apps on Greek island
Read full article: Volkswagen tests electric cars, transit apps on Greek islandGerman carmaker Volkswagen has launched a five-year project on the small Greek island of Astypalea to test the adoption of electric vehicles in areas switching to sustainable energy generation.
GM recalls 840K vehicles for seat belt, suspension problems
Read full article: GM recalls 840K vehicles for seat belt, suspension problemsFILE - This Jan. 27, 2020, file photo shows a General Motors logo at the General Motors Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant in Hamtramck, Mich. General Motors has effectively canceled a $2 billion agreement with truck maker Nikola, scuttling plans for the startup's electric and hydrogen-powered Badger project. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)DETROIT – General Motors is recalling nearly 840,000 vehicles in the U.S. for suspension problems or because the front seat belts can fail. The seat belt recall covers 624,000 2019 through 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 pickup trucks. GM says in government documents that the seat belt brackets may not have been secured to the seat frame. GM will notify owners starting Feb. 1 and dealers will inspect the seat belt brackets and assemble them correctly.