SAE refines definitions of driving automation levels
10 May 2021 4:51 pm / 0 comments
In light of the rapid advancement in autonomous driving technologies and functions, SAE International in collaboration with the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) has announced a key update to the most-cited reference for self-driving capabilities: the SAE J3016 Taxonomy and Definitions for Terms Related to Driving Automation Systems for On-Road Motor Vehicles, or the SAE Levels of Driving Automation.
The SAE-defined levels are more commonly known as Level 0, for driving with no added assistance, through to Level 5, which is for fully automated driving. The basic framework for the different levels of assistance remains the same, albeit with more detail on the differences of operation between Level 3 and Level 4.
Lexus LS, Toyota Mirai with Advanced Drive semi-autonomous driving function launched in Japan
15 April 2021 5:43 pm / 2 comments
The race to the goal of autonomous driving is on, and Toyota has taken the next step by introducing the Advanced Drive feature on its Mirai hydrogen fuel cell sedan and the Lexus LS 500h. The latter was launched in Japan last week, while the Mirai equipped with the system went on sale earlier this week.
Advanced Drive is a semi-autonomous driving function that effectively takes over acceleration, braking and steering on approved roadways. It utilises lidar (visible on the front and rear bumpers and on the front fenders) and radar sensors positioned around the vehicle, an advanced camera system and high-definition mapping to monitor the surrounding traffic and road conditions.
Honda has announced a major first for the auto industry, being the first to release a Level 3 autonomous vehicle, as part of the Honda Legend Hybrid EX.
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