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We get paid 9 months sooner https://m.futurecar.com/5148/GM-to-Start-Deliveries-of-the-Electric-Cadillac-Lyriq-9-Months-Ahead-of-Schedule

With all these vehicles hitting the road this year with SEE in then when models are started or launched early then we get paid quicker. So could really do with Updated RNSs on all our existing wins.

How many we in? 20?

https://topelectricsuv.com/featured/upcoming-electric-cars-2022-2023/

After all the headlines today you might think so?

Consumer Reports: Most Driver Monitoring Systems Are Worthless
CR only ranks Ford and GM's systems as being safe and functional.

https://jalopnik.com/consumer-reports-most-driver-monitoring-systems-are-wo-1848393902

Elon just pick up the phone to SEE.

Tesla's Autopilot and Full Self-Driving advanced driver assistance systems didn't pass the test.

Consumer Reports looked at five driver monitoring systems and found that only two of them passed muster. The consumer guide's findings came out Thursday and only gave points to Ford's BlueCruise and General Motors' Super Cruise hands-free driving systems, available in new cars like the Mustang Mach-E and Chevy Bolt EUV. Both track driver attention while the car takes over lane centering, acceleration, and braking at highway speeds. Drivers don't have to touch the steering wheel while automated driving is on.

During CR testing on a closed course, the publication found that BMW, Ford, GM, Tesla, and Subaru all have driver monitoring to detect head and eye position, sometimes with infrared cameras. But only Ford and GM actually stopped the driver from using automated systems if they looked away for too long.

https://mashable.com/article/consumer-reports-tesla-driver-monitoring-safety-ratings

As I’ve said before, our people and manufacturing expertise will enable us to deliver an all-electric future at scale. Our first pre-production Cadillac LYRIQ has rolled off the line at Spring Hill, marking a major milestone for the LYRIQ program as the team prepares to ship vehicles to customers in a few months.

15 months ago we announced a $2 billion investment into Spring Hill to build fully electric vehicles. Our teams have worked tirelessly on the LYRIQ, bringing the launch up nine months ahead of schedule and working in parallel to convert the plant and start production. This is an important proof point in our path to EV leadership as we introduce more high-volume EVs across price points and lifestyles. I’m thankful to the Spring Hill and Cadillac teams for all their hard work. Congratulations on this huge milestone!

The Cream always rises to the top...........

Going forward, Consumer Reports would like to see more automaker implement systems like GM’s and Ford’s, both of which have strict driver monitoring systems.

“GM’s Super Cruise and now Ford’s BlueCruise both have the right combination of helping drivers enjoy the convenience of automation while verifying that they’re keeping their eyes on the road,” editors concluded.

Subscribe to GM Authority for more GM Super Cruise news, General Motors technology news, and around-the-clock GM news coverage.

Super Cruise was one of only two semi-autonomous driving assistants to receive praise in a recent evaluation of these systems conducted by Consumer Reports.

The publication performed evaluation tests on five driver assistance systems, including Super Cruise, Ford BlueCruise, BMW Traffic Jam Assist, Subaru EyeSight and DriverFocus and Tesla Autopilot. Of these, only two met the publication’s standards for effectiveness: Super Cruise and Blue Cruise.

“We performed our tests on a Chevrolet Bolt EUV, a Cadillac CT6, and a Cadillac Escalade, and each delivered multiple warnings to grab an inattentive driver’s attention,” the publication’s editors concluded. “If the driver still does not react, the system will start to slow down the car on its own, eventually bringing it to a stop. The system won’t operate if the camera is covered.”
https://gmauthority.com/blog/2022/01/super-cruise-tops-consumer-reports-driver-monitoring-system-tests/

S2030

Did you bother reading the date of the article? May 2nd 2020. When we was 2.2p

If you recall the world markets crashed from Covid and the price stated was half, so they must be in for about 4.4p.

So the true picture is a little different ;)

You would think with news like this we might actually climb? Add Colins $10b estimated value & the $125m min contract for VW via Magna recently then if its not climbing the World has surely gone mad imo.

Consumer Reports Cites Only Ford, GM As Offering Effective Driver Monitoring Tech.
Ford and General Motors GM -4.3% were the only two automakers credited in a new Consumer Reports survey of driver monitoring technology, according to the head of its auto test center.

The surveyed, released Thursday, focused on effectiveness of the computers and interior cameras programmed to detect if drivers are focused on the road as more driving functions — steering, braking and acceleration – are automated.

On February 17 Consumer Reports will release its 2022 Autos Top Picks. The ratings will reflect the publication’s evaluation of driver monitoring technology. A vehicle will be awarded an extra two points if its system encourages drivers to stay alert and focused.

Based on the evaluations done so far, only Ford’s Blue Cruise and GM’s Super Cruise will earn those extra points, according to Jake Fisher, senior director of Consumer Reports’ Auto Test Center.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/greggardner/2022/01/20/consumer-reports-cites-only-ford-gm-as-offering-effective-driver-monitoring-tech/?sh=316cb62b6149

Consumer Reports highlighted BMW, Subaru, and Tesla for having cameras that were either ineffective in some circumstances or completely defeatable, whereas the systems in Ford and GM vehicles performed better. Recognizing that drivers might not like being watched, Consumer Reports also explained that points could be withheld if an automaker’s privacy policy regarding the potential use of data is questionable.

“We believe it’s time to recognize vehicles that have found a safer way to deploy this technology,” said CR Auto Test Center Senior Director Jake Fisher. “GM’s Super Cruise and now Ford’s Blue Cruise both have the right combination of helping drivers enjoy the convenience of automation while verifying that they’re keeping their eyes on the road.”

https://newsconcerns.com/ford-gm-only-brands-to-earn-points-in-new-cr-driver-monitoring-test/

Technology in cars is expanding rapidly, especially in the realm of driver assists. Many new vehicles offer automation in the form of adaptive cruise control, automatic braking, or lane-keep assist, never mind more advanced Level 2 systems like Tesla's Autopilot. Despite the obvious safety advantages, there is a dark side to these systems. They can encourage unsafe driver activity behind the wheel.

To prevent drivers from simply ignoring the outside world while using these advanced systems, most brands incorporate at least some measure of monitoring tech to ensure drivers remain attentive and alert. Of course, some companies are better at this than others, and Consumer Reports will now consider that as a factor when evaluating its annual Top Picks. Specifically, two points will be awarded to vehicles that have adequate driver monitoring systems. On the flip side, two points will be deducted for vehicles where driver monitoring is lacking.

https://www.motor1.com/news/561929/consumer-reports-ford-gm-driver-monitoring/

$10b be nice!! Colin knows what hes talking about.

Are the brokers on the phones to the fund managers saying...

Hi Guys this is worth a look at? If they were estate agents with £1 million pound properties for sale for £60k i bet they would be though.

Doesnt matter if $10b is currently OTT until more contracts signed in Auto but come on guys get on the phone to the money people :)

BlueCruise bears a lot of similarities to GM's Super Cruise, which is soon to be shown up by the group's upcoming Ultra Cruise system. Both of these technologies make use of direct driver monitoring via an infrared camera mounted to the top of the steering column. This is employed to ensure that the driver maintains a steady eye on the road.

This has been considered a crucial feature in ADAS when combined with lane centering assist and adaptive cruise control. That's because it ensures that the driver is paying attention in the case of an unforeseen circumstance where said driver will have to intervene. Consumer Reports notes that this is not the case in a system such as Tesla's Autopilot.

If BlueCruise and Super Cruise run on similar systems, what makes the former better? The key difference is the technology's motivation for driver collaboration. If the driver notices an obstacle in the course, such as a pothole or pedestrian, and assumes direct control, the system switches to a standby mode and reengages once the action is complete. With Super Cruise and Autopilot, the system cancels operation completely.

Consumer Reports notes that BlueCruise does take steps in the right direction but it's not the perfect system. For example, the driver does not receive sufficient communication in instances where they are required to put their hands back on the steering wheel. Furthermore, Ford's decision to market the system as a "hands-off highway driving experience" is likely to mislead customers when they take their hands off the wheel and are told to place them back.

https://carbuzz.com/news/ford-bluecruise-has-clear-advantage-over-tesla-autopilot

According to the LA County District Attorney, the incident took place in Gardena, a suburb of LA, on December 29, 2019. Kevin George Aziz Riad, 27, was exiting a highway in his black Model S when he ran through a red light, slamming into a Honda Civic and killing two people.

Tesla warns that drivers need to keep their eyes on the road and hands on the wheel at all times, though the automaker has declined to include a more robust driver-monitoring system (like infrared eye tracking, for example) to ensure its customers are following safety protocols. Autopilot is considered a Level 2 “partially automated” system by the Society of Automotive Engineers’ standards, which requires that drivers keep their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.

https://www.theverge.com/2022/1/18/22889768/tesla-autopilot-criminal-charges-la-fatal-crash

The first confirmed EV based on a Foxconn platform

Taiwanese contract electronics assembly giant Foxconn surprised many industry observers with its 2019 revelation that it was planning to build EVs. While the company has developed a strong reputation for its ability to build millions of iPhones and Playstations, building vehicles is a very different challenge and requires enormous capital investment. Nevertheless, the company has pressed on with its plans and, in October 2021, showed off three EV concepts – the Model C crossover SUV, the Model E sedan designed with Pininfarina, and the Model T electric bus.

While Foxconn is expected to put the Model C into local production in 2023 with the help of its local auto assembly partner Yulon Motor, the company has also made it clear it wants to sell the technology as a basis for other automakers to use for their own EV strategies. Already, this strategy has attracted Stellantis to work with the Taiwanese company on a number of projects in 2021, and has also seen EV startup Fisker express interest in working with Foxconn. We believe 2022 could see a large automaker such as Stellantis confirm the first production EV based on a Foxconn platform.

https://www.just-auto.com/features/10-key-ev-milestones-to-watch-out-for-in-2022/

The EV pickup market will accelerate dramatically

Pickup trucks are an icon of North America and remain a hugely popular category of light vehicle – Ford’s full-size F-150 pickup, for example, has been the US’s best-selling vehicle overall for more than 40 years. As a result, the launch of battery-electric pickup options is seen as particularly important stepping stone to help increase overall acceptance of electric vehicles. We expect 2022 will prove to be a critical year for this emerging segment.

The comparatively expensive Rivian R1T and GMC Hummer EV pickups have already begun very limited deliveries, but 2022 will see the launch of the Ford F-150 Lightning – the electrified version of the popular full-size model priced from just $40,000. This represents the first reasonably affordable and attainable electric pickup in North America, and we expect consumer response to be strong. Ford has confirmed that it has already had to double its annual production target for the model through to 2024 to 160,000 units in response to the large number of reservations it received at launch.

https://www.guideautoweb.com/en/articles/64101/2022-ford-f-150-lightning-vs-2024-chevrolet-silverado-ev-the-numbers/

Starting with vehicles produced on or after January 24th, some units of the 2022 Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV will be built without Front and Rear Park Assist. Front and Rear Park Assist is typically standard on the Luxury trim level, while Premium Luxury and Sport trims are equipped with Enhanced Automatic Parking Assist (RPO code UKZ) due to the inclusion of GM Super Cruise as standard, which is unaffected by the limited availability of the parking assist feature.

https://gmauthority.com/blog/2022/01/more-cadillac-models-get-limited-park-assist-availability/amp/

No hands, feet or focused eyes required
What stands out about Luminar’s third-generation Iris lidar sensing system is that the vehicle doesn’t require any driver input or attention. The long-range lidar system provides Level 3 hands-free driving on designated highway sections. Drivers can take their hands off the steering wheel, take their feet off the pedals, and take their eyes and attention elsewhere, like answering emails or watching a movie. Luminar developed its own hardware and software and created the iris sensing platform at a significantly reduced cost. Luminar will begin manufacturing its third-generation iris lidar system in late 2022, Russell said.

Working with the automaker, Luminar created a smaller, sleeker hardware package that sits almost flush with the roof so it doesn’t spoil the aesthetic. One advantage of the high position, Jellicoe says, is a better view of the road ahead, and you don’t get as much salt and dirt as you would with putting it in the grille. It’s also less likely to be damaged in a crash.

Systems like Tesla’s Autopilot or GM’s Super Cruise require the driver’s attention — GM monitors the driver’s eyes — to ensure the driver is in control when needed. They are considered Level 2 on the Autopilot scale, and the systems are designed to deactivate when hands are taken off the wheel for too long or eyes are moved.

https://tracednews.com/polestar-3-lidar-system-will-allow-level-3-hands-free-driving/