By JUSTIN PRITCHARD
Computer-driven cars have been testing their skills on California roads for more than four years — but until now, the Department of Motor Vehicles wasn’t sure just how many were rolling around.
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Mahindra said to be in talks to buy PSA’s scooter unit
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., India’s largest maker of tractors and SUVs, is in advanced talks to buy PSA/Peugeot-Citroen’s scooter business, according to three people familiar with the matter. An announcement may be made soon, two of the people said, declining to be identified because the discussions are private.
Audi receives first autonomous driving permit issued by the State of California
Audi will be the first company to receive a newly established autonomous driving permit issued by California. A range of new regulations that govern the testing of automated driving on the state’s roads take effect today.
Audi has conducted research over tens of thousands of miles in Europe and various US states, where such testing is permitted. The research is aimed at preparing a highly automated Piloted driving system for freeway traffic conditions. Audi envisions this technology could be ready for consumer introduction within five years.
GM confirms at least 19 dead in faulty-ignition crashes
General Motors acknowledged on Monday that more people died in crashes linked to its faulty ignitions than the 13 it originally reported, saying 19 death claims were approved for compensation.
GM halts sale of Chevrolet Corvettes due to issues
by Bernie Woodall
Auto dealers were told to stop selling the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette and shipments were delayed from the General Motors plant that makes the hot-selling sports car while the company addresses two issues, GM said Friday.
