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Continental calls for market-based adaptation of the legal framework to support autonomous driving

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International automotive supplier Continental is calling for a market-based adaptation of the legal framework for automated driving. However, the necessary adjustments to the traffic regulatory framework must not fail to take into account the connection with these market dynamics.

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Mercedes-Benz receives world’s first internationally valid system approval for Level 3 conditionally automated driving

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Mercedes-Benz is the first automotive company to meet the demanding legal requirements of UN-R157 for a Level 3 system for conditionally automated driving. With the opening of the Road Traffic Act (StVG) for Level 3 systems in 2017, Germany was the first country to create a legal basis for the intended use of these systems.

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Volvo Car Corp. demonstrates autonomous driving in traffic jams; traffic jam assistance system ready for production in 2014

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The new system, whereby the car automatically follows the vehicle in front in slow-moving queues up to 50 km/h (31 mph), will be ready for production in 2014. But the legal situation for this technology still remains unclear. Earlier post.). Earlier post.). We already have several driving assistance systems in the pipeline.

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BMW presents two concept electric two-wheelers at IAA Mobility: BMW i Vision AMBY and BMW Motorrad Vision AMBY

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120 mm of suspension travel front and rear is ideal for all applications in and around town at speeds of up to 60 km/h (37 mph). These connectivity options also bring theft-proofing and the free programmable immobilizer as a basic function. 28/ 37 mph]) and corresponding insurance cover.

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UNECE Adopts Type Approval for Electric and Hybrid Vehicles’ Electric Safety Requirements; Applies in 41 Countries

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The new version of the regulation offers car manufacturers the legal instrument to put into the market passenger and commercial vehicles with greener standards, reducing the costs and delays associated with multiple approvals in various countries.

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Mercedes-Benz previews next-generation intelligent safety and driver assistance systems; “sensor fusion”

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PRE-SAFE Brake can detect pedestrians and initiate autonomous braking to avoid a collision at speeds up to 50 km/h (31 mph). The new DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist can be activated as before with a lever on the steering column in a speed range from 0–200 km/h (0–124 mph). If they are not, a visual warning is issued first.

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MINI introduces new MINI Cooper SE EV

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The new MINI Cooper SE accelerates from standing to 37 mph in 3.9 The electric MINI accelerates from zero to 62 mph in 7.3 The safety concept for the new MINI Cooper SE is thus in line with the high standards of the BMW Group, which go beyond legal requirements. seconds; its top speed is limited to 93.2