Continental Automotive, Oakland University Partner to Robo-Taxi Pilot

This fall, students at Oakland University will have a futuristic option for getting around campus: Robo-taxis.

The pilot for the driverless vehicles could last as long as six months on the school campus. According to a report in Dbusiness, “During the pilot, Continental will demonstrate its Zonar technology, which enables vehicle inspections via the radio-frequency identification-based (RFID) electronic verified inspection reporting (EVIR) system. The EVIR system captures, transmits, and records inspection, compliance, and maintenance data to the operator. Additionally, the Zonar Z Pass technology detects where and when the passengers enter and exit the vehicle. The aim of this pilot project is to gather experience in the operation of driverless vehicles and to collect empirical data that will be integrated in the technological development of these vehicles.”

Aerobatic Teams Fill the Skies at OCIA Open House & Air Show

The Phillips 66 Aerostars will once again tear into the skies at 250 mph over the Oakland County International Airport Open House & Air Show in four Extra 300L aerobatic planes. They will join other aerial performers at the Sunday, Aug. 11.

Admission is free. There is a $5 parking fee per vehicle.

The air show begins at 2 p.m.

Memorial Tree and Bench Program

The City Memorial Tree and Bench program was initiated in 1990 by the Beautification Advisory Commission and offers individuals and families an opportunity to commemorate the life of a loved one through a living memorial— planting a tree in one of the city parks or other public spaces. In recent years, memorial benches placed in city parks have become a second option for memorials. Please click this link for more information on how to get involved with this program.

Police Department Engages the Community

Last week, the Auburn Hills Police Department lost its beloved stuffed duck mascot, James Pond.

To engage the community, and especially kids, the department put out an all-points bulletin to help locate Pond on social media:

“Kids please help us! Our friend James Pond has gone missing and we need to find him as soon as possible! James has been known to frequent the Adams Ridge Subdivision at Adams Rd. and South Blvd. We are offering a REWARD when he is located! When he is found please call us immediately and claim your prize! #FindJamesPond #ScavengerHunt#AHPDKids #KidDetective

As a reward for finding Pond, young Colton received a ride to Little Caesars in a police cruiser, a free pizza, crazy bread and cookies.