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Self-driving semi hits the road

Self-driving trucks hit Nevada roads

Look closely. That truck driver has both hands on his iPad.

Freightliner has been given a license to test out its autonomously driving tractor-trailer truck in the state of Nevada. The big-rig manufacturer already has such a truck in operation and will now begin test driving it on public highways there.

There will always be a licensed truck driver in the driver's seat but the Frieightliner Inspiration is designed and equipped to drive itself on limited access interstates. There are currently two of the trucks. A human driver will take full control when the truck is in city and suburban driving situations. Nevada is one of a few states that has legislation specifically allowing for the licensing of self-driving vehicles.
The Freightliner truck will stay in its lane and avoid hitting cars ahead with no driver input. Radar sensors and cameras will watch lane lines and surrounding traffic. Freightliner is owned by Daimler AG (DDAIY), which also makes Mercedes-Benz luxury cars. Mercedes has also been testing self-driving cars.
Trucks like this could reduce driver fatigue, according to Freightliner executives, and allow drivers to be more productive. While the truck is going down the highway, the driver could safely attend to paperwork or plan the next trip, for instance.

Since the truck can drive itself on highways, Freightliners says, the driver can occuppy himself with other pressing business.

Automated trucks could also save fuel by driving in "platoons." In this scenario, automated trucks, communicating with one another electronically, could drive in a tightly packed line behind a lead truck. This would have huge aerodynamic benefits because only the truck in front would have to push through a lot of air. Each following truck would ride in a sort of bubble created by the truck in front of it.
Autonomous driving technology will, at some point, find its place in the in the trucking industry, said Wolfgang Bernhard, who heads Daimler's commercial truck operations.
"We don't believe that everyone is going to jump on immediately," he said. "It's a process."
Getting experimental trucks out on real roads is a step in that process.
"From an industry standpoint, it's going to be a question of cost versus benefit," said Ted Scott, director of engineering for the American Trucking Association, a group that represents the trucking industry. This technology is going to add to the cost of the rig which will still need a paid professional driver at the wheel.
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Not everyone is sold on the idea of self-driving semis. Scott Grenerth is director of regulatory affairs for the Owner Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), a group that represents independent truckers. He spend 13 years driving big rigs, he said, and he'd be very nervous handing control of an 80,000 pound vehicle to a bunch of cameras and sensors.
Given a big trucks' long stopping distances and limited maneuverability, driving one requires the ability to correctly predict what's going to happen far out ahead. That requires foresight and intuition that are difficult to program into computers.

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These trucks are going to have to pass through some tough legal checkpoints in coming years, Bernhard said. Right now, it's not clear, in the event of a crash, who would be responsible, the truck or the driver? Also, interstate trucks, by definition, travel across multiple states. This technology won't be practical if rules about its use vary from one state to the next.
In many states, for instance, using an iPad in the driver's seat would be illegal even if the truck could drive itself, said Bryant Walker Smith, a University of South Carolina law professor who has written about autonomous vehicles. Also, in New York, the law specifically states that the driver must have a hand on the steering wheel at all times, he said.
Self-driving trucks are coming, though, Bernhard said, and probably sooner than many people think.
"Long before autonomous vehicles are cruising the suburbs," he said, "you will have autonomous trucks on the highway."

 

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Photos: How To Prevent Being Cheated By Your Mechanic by AutosBay

Photos: How To Prevent Being Cheated By Your Mechanic by AutosBay: 9:49am On May 05

“Ooh, this car has started misbehaving again. If I take it to my mechanic now, he will say it’s a new fault. I’m tired of this car joor”. This is a common phrase many car users in Nigeria are familiar with. Every other week, cars go in and out of automobile mechanic shops for one reason or the other, and with this a lot of cash exchanges hands. In Nigeria, there are several types of auto mechanics, from the roadside ones, to the people who just have a shed, and then we have the really well designed auto mechanic shops which have the baking room, lounge and many more fun stuff. With annual imports of vehicles and 2014 having a recorded 1.4 trillion Naira spent of vehicle imports, it is estimated that about 10% of that was spent on vehicle repairs, which is approximately 140 billion Naira. In this share of 140 billion Naira, a large percentage does not go into the repairs of vehicles but  rather, the money collected from some fraudulent automobile mechanics, who claim its either one fault or the other that is wrong with your car. With this in mind, we decided to look into the world of automobile repairs, and identified a few steps which could be taken to prevent being cheated by automobile technicians, and on the long run, give you satisfaction.

Re: Photos: How To Prevent Being Cheated By Your Mechanic by AutosBay: 9:50am On May 05

Have basic knowledge of your car “Ignoranceis bliss”, that’s what they say. But, sometimes, that ignorance might cost you a large sum of money. It would be terrible if your car only had electrical faults and your mechanic tells you that you need to replace your engine. Always read online articles regarding symptoms about your car, and what sounds/signs they would make if a certain part has an issue. We do not say that you would be an expert  in automobile repairs, but you would be able to challenge your mechanic on some issues regarding cars. This is not to say that you know everything wrong with your car, because many times, automobile mechanics can identify faults better than normal vehicle owners.

Re: Photos: How To Prevent Being Cheated By Your Mechanic by AutosBay: 9:51am On May 05

Insist on original vehicle parts, and confirm their prices Vehicle owners sometimes opt for the option of either used or fake vehicle parts, because the original parts are more expensive. Automobile technicians would convince you to buy fairly used ones, because they are original, or tell you to buy lower grade ones because they would perform just as good as the original ones. It is true that original vehicle parts are more expensive than the lower grades, but those original ones would prevent further repairs. The fairly used parts might have their own issues already, while the counterfeit parts might not work properly, thereby affecting other vehicle parts.

Re: Photos: How To Prevent Being Cheated By Your Mechanic by AutosBay: 9:53am On May 05

Know the situation of your car before handing it over to a mechanic Basic things you could check on the car could be the mileage on the odometer, and you could also ask that you have a full list of all the faults the vehicle has before handing it over. You could also tell the mechanic to point out the issues on the car while he inspects them, to have a better understanding of what is wrong with the vehicle. Furthermore, in the event that any repairs you were not aware of should be done, you should be notified, and that any parts being replaced should be kept. Do not pay for repairs that were carried out without your consent This would hardly ever occur, because Nigerian mechanics do not like to lose money. But in the event that a mechanic tells you that they made a repair which was not stipulated in your initial agreement, do not pay for it. In many cases, those faults are non – existent and they are just looking for ways to make money off people.

Re: Photos: How To Prevent Being Cheated By Your Mechanic by AutosBay: 9:53am On May 05

Try out other mechanics/ask people how much they spend on vehicle repairs/maintenance Variety they say is the spice of life. In the event that you feel that your mechanic is too expensive, ask other vehicle users how much they spend on their vehicle parts and maintenance. Also, you could try out new mechanics, and see if their services are cheaper and better than your regular mechanic.  NOTE: The vehicle you drive might actually cost a lot more to service and repair than other vehicles, so that should be put into consideration.

Re: Photos: How To Prevent Being Cheated By Your Mechanic by AutosBay: 9:55am On May 05

Purchase a vehicle diagnosis machine   Initially, when these machines were introduced into the Nigerian automobile market, they actually did cost a fortune. But, the good news here is that there are smaller and cheaper machines which would assist vehicle owners know what is exactly wrong with their vehicles. Source: http://www.carmudi.com.ng/journal/how-to-prevent-being-cheated-by-mechanic/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=NG_journal&utm_content=donotgetcheatedbythemechanic&utm_term=20150504

Re: Photos: How To Prevent Being Cheated By Your Mechanic by buygala(m): 10:00am On May 05

How I make sure my mechanic never messes with me: I put Nigerian Army logo on my windshield, a khaki bulletproof jacket on my driver's seat, and tell him in passing how I and 'my boys' manhandled a mechanic who just replaced my original spark plugs with fake ones

Re: Photos: How To Prevent Being Cheated By Your Mechanic by chowlade(f): 10:52am On May 05

Mechanics somtimes perform trials on ur car bf they finally diagnose d problem. i no blame them sha

Re: Photos: How To Prevent Being Cheated By Your Mechanic by GAZZUZZ(m): 5:17pm On May 05

Don't be a smart ass when you are at ur mechanics, if not you might be surprised how little you know when it comes to tricks. Try and strike a balance and don't be rude.

Re: Photos: How To Prevent Being Cheated By Your Mechanic by DGD1(m): 5:55am

GAZZUZZ:: Don't be a smart ass when you are at ur mechanics, if not you might be surprised how little you know when it comes to tricks. Try and strike a balance and don't be rude. 1. pray God leads you to the trustworthy ones 2. never try to short pay him trying yo play smart(fake parts, cos he wont bear the loss) 3. never act big man before them (money is not a problem mentality, and you are still a hustler) 4. always stick to manufacturer's specification of fluids (engine oil, coolant, transmission etc)

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Microsoft Office 2016: New update for Windows 10 unveiled

 Microsoft Office 2016

 New update for Windows 10 unveiled

The company revealed that users of its Office suite of applications can expect the new Office 16 software that is currently being developed and on schedule to be launched "in the second half of 2015".

 

  

Microsoft Office 2016 has been announced by Microsoft after unveiling its new Project HoloLens at the Windows 10 media event that held earlier this week.

The company revealed that users of its Office suite of applications can expect the new Office 16 software that is currently being developed and on schedule to be launched "in the second half of 2015".

Microsoft has also explained that it will have more to share with the public and press regards features and pricing for Office 2016 in the coming months. But has revealed more information about its new upcoming Office for Windows 10 applications that includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Outlook.

Office for Windows 10 is expected to launch later this year and Microsoft is planning to release a preview of the Office for Windows 10 software in the coming weeks. The new Office for Windows 10 app will be supplied pre-installed for free on smartphones and small tablets running Windows 10 says Microsoft.

In a video uploaded to YouTube, the Office Mechanics weekly YouTube show highlights the upcoming Office for Windows 10 on tablets, with Ben Walters joining Jeremy Chapman to demonstrate the new, touch-optimised Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Together with offering new information on the unique features in Windows 10 such as inking support, Insights and Tell Me.

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