2 stories tagged radar on EV Digest.
Amidst the ongoing debate in the autonomous vehicle space, Waymo has reiterated its commitment to a multimodal sensor suite, integrating cameras, radar, and LiDAR. This approach stands in contrast to the vision-only system championed by some competitors, highlighting Waymo's belief in redundant sensing for enhanced safety and reliability in self-driving technology.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is intensifying its probe into crashes involving Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, specifically in low-visibility conditions. A key development in this investigation is NHTSA's demand for an internal Tesla document titled 'Radar Saves Us,' signaling a focus on the company's decision to remove radar sensors from its vehicles. This request is part of a broader information demand sent to Tesla, highlighting federal scrutiny over the capabilities and safety of FSD, particularly as it relates to sensor configurations.
