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Do or die? Study gives crash course in driverless ethics

In the not-too-distant future, driverless cars may have to choose between saving their passengers or pedestrians when faced with unavoidable accidents. But how should they decide?

EICMA motorcycle show highlights in video

(Relaxnews) - This year's EICMA motorcycle show is open now until Sunday, November 11, 2018, in the Italian city of Milan. Here's a video roundup of some of the most spectacular bikes unveiled at the event.

 

Paris Motorcycle Show : new models

In terms of motorcycles, relatively few new models were unveiled, but those that were definitely created a buzz. Here are a few:

Honda Neo Sports Cafe Concept: this is a new spin on the Neo Sports Cafe roadsters launched by Honda at the start of the year. The Concept is both sportier, with a short rear fender and raised exhaust pipe, and more futuristic, thanks to stylised headlights.

Paris Motor Show 2018: time to take stock

Despite the absence of many manufacturers, the 2018 Motor Show (this year merged with the Motorcycle Show again) saw the unveiling of several new models and concept cars that presage the automobile of tomorrow. A quick review.

War against cars: top measures in European cities

The crackdown against the most polluting vehicles is afoot in Europe. A quick review of the measures, whether symbolic or more concrete, adopted by several cities to cut city centre traffic.

Forthcoming Car and Motorcycle Shows

October is rich in shows. Read all about it in the Car and Motorcycle Show programme below so you don’t miss a single new trend.

Driving aids mandatory in Europe from 2021

The European Commission has recommended the mandatory installation of eleven safety systems on all new cars sold in Europe by 2021. Among the systems are driving aids such as automatic emergency braking and driver fatigue monitoring.

Bibendum becomes a collectible

An iconic figure of the manufacturing firm and indistinguishable from the legendary restaurant stars, Bibendum has been raised to the rank of art and design object, following the launch of the brand’s first collection, founded on Michelin’s heritage.

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Speeding, insults, mobile phones: European motorists are all equally at fault

(AFP) - The Swedes and the Germans are speed mad, the Greeks are undisciplined and impulsive and nearly everyone is guilty of using their phone at the wheel: a study has revealed a number of bad driving habits in eleven European countries.