
Michael Cheng
Michael Cheng is a legal editor and technical writer with publications for Blackberry ISHN Magazine Houzz and Payment Week. He specializes in technology business and digesting hard data. Outside of work Michael likes to train for marathons spend time with his daughter and explore new places.
Articles
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Waymo Receives Permit to Participate in California’s Autonomous Vehicle Pilot
Aug 11, 2019 2:00 PM WSTThe permit is a hot ticket to the state’s Autonomous Vehicle Passenger Service pilot. Waymo’s presence would enable it to accrue more driverless miles on public roads within California and potentially win over regulators in the process.
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How Do Autonomous Cars Deal with Double-parked Vehicles?
Aug 09, 2019 5:05 AM WSTFor autonomous vehicles to become self-sufficient on public roads, they must be fully capable of performing complex driving maneuvers without human intervention.
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Kitty Hawk and Boeing Form Partnership to Make Flying Cars Safer
Aug 05, 2019 8:00 AM WSTAs the world’s largest aerospace company, Boeing will help the startup scale and solidify its air-based transportation service. The global plane manufacturer may also use this opportunity to assess future expansion into the emerging sector.
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Waymo to Bring Driverless Cars to France and Japan via Nissan-Renault Partnership
Aug 04, 2019 5:00 AM WSTFor Waymo, the agreement provides a way to expand its footprint outside of the US. Nissan and Renault will also get a big boost in their respective quests to launch self-driving cars.
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Porsche Forecasts EVs Going Mainstream
Aug 02, 2019 6:00 AM WSTFor the North America market, Porsche predicts steady growth in EV demand. Increased availability of EV charging hubs, better battery performance and wider selection of EVs have all contributed to this trend.
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Zomato Tests Drones for Food Deliveries in India
Jul 23, 2019 1:00 PM WSTDuring the trials, the company showcased a hybrid quadcopter flying across several locations, mimicking the basic activities of an aerial food delivery service. The aircrafts are part of Zomato’s plans to increase its future operating capacity and efficiency.
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Alibaba Brings Tmall Genie to Audi, Honda and Renault Vehicles
Jul 21, 2019 5:00 AM WSTFrench car manufacturer Renault has taken a bold lead in streamlining the integration process by announcing a special vehicle model that showcases the smart speaker. Called Renault City K-ZE Tmall Genie Edition, the car will be available for purchase by the end of 2019.
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Driverless Sensor Startup Sense Photonics Raises $26 Million in Series A Funding
Jul 20, 2019 10:06 AM WSTPrior to the Series A, Sense Photonics held two venture rounds, roughly a year apart from each other. The startup’s sensors are very durable, as they leverage solid-state architecture.
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Startup Alaka'i Unveils Hydrogen-powered Flying Car
Jul 19, 2019 5:00 AM WSTThe five-passenger unit offers an extended range of 400 miles (up to four hours) per full charge. To complement its fleet of flying cars, air taxi services will also be offered by Alaka’i.
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BMW and Jaguar Land Rover Collaborate on Electric Vehicles
Jul 16, 2019 5:00 AM WSTBased on the agreement, both parties will contribute to the research and development of electrified auto parts. Such shared programs will likely lead to cost savings, as well as increased operating efficiency.